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Chadkirk Chapel
Association / Club / Walk leader
1.92 mi
+220 ft
-233 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.
River Goyt and Marple Aqueduct
7.81 mi
+515 ft
-505 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.
Goyt Hall and Chadkirk
3.86 mi
+312 ft
-325 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Along the Goyt to a historic half-timbered farmhouse, returning via the Peak Forest Canal and Chadkirk.
Chadkirk Chapel
1.96 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.
River Goyt and Marple Aqueduct
7.73 mi
+472 ft
-476 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.
Stockport - a Ramble
Visorando Member
4.97 mi
+213 ft
-203 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
This rewarding dérive reveals the B side of our heritage and culture, an antidote to the country walk, and one which for many folk is right on their doorstep. It explores the unique post-occupancy landscape of a Northern town where the rot has set in, viewing iconic heritage sights from the relative safety of the pavement.
Lyme Park from Poynton
10.20 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,079 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Poynton-with-Worth (Cheshire East)
A route that takes in the delights of the countryside surrounding Lyme Park
Jackson’s Brickworks
2.74 mi
+108 ft
-108 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
A surprisingly varied route visiting a former industrial site now converted to a popular nature reserve, and sampling both the Macclesfield Canal and Middlewood Way.
Two Canal
4.33 mi
+289 ft
-285 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Sample both the Macclesfield and Peak Forest Canals, returning via Disley Golf Course.
Lyme Park
5.24 mi
+381 ft
-400 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Lyme Park is administered by the National Trust. The grounds are free to enter on foot, but a fee must be paid to enter the house.
Ladybrook Valley to Lockgate Farm
6.37 mi
+325 ft
-325 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Poynton-with-Worth (Cheshire East)
Lovely walk from Ladybrook Valley to Lockgate Farm along Macclesfield Canal.
Mellor March Route : Family Route
5.60 mi
+820 ft
-850 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor March Route : Main Route
9.77 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,227 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor March Route : Rowarth Loop
11.09 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,526 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor March routes - Family route
5.47 mi
+866 ft
-892 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor March routes - Rowarth Loop
10.95 mi
+1,516 ft
-1,516 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
The original march. Just beautiful in so many ways. The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor march routes - Main route
9.42 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,188 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Haughton Dale
3.24 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Tameside (Greater Manchester)
Canal towpath and riverside walking in a wildlife-rich rural oasis, including a local nature reserve.
Werneth Low
4.71 mi
+433 ft
-413 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Tameside (Greater Manchester)
Follow the Trans-Pennine Trail to a popular local landmark with extensive views.
Back o’ th’ Hill
3.93 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Tameside (Greater Manchester)
Wide views, interesting corners, and a quiet stretch of canal towpath with a spooky tunnel.
Roman Lakes & Mellor Cross
4.83 mi
+755 ft
-758 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Varied walking in the Goyt valley, plus a visit to Mellor Cross, with views to Kinder Scout and the Cheshire Plain.
Peak Forest Canal
3.35 mi
+440 ft
-443 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.
Peak Forest Canal
3.39 mi
+463 ft
-456 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.
Mellor Church
1.66 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
Mellor Church
1.91 mi
+233 ft
-246 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
Mellor stroll
2.01 mi
+246 ft
-249 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
Roman Lakes and Cobden Edge
5.08 mi
+794 ft
-764 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.
Brook Bottom and Mill Brow
3.89 mi
+476 ft
-486 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.
Brook Bottom and Mill Brow
3.94 mi
+387 ft
-413 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.
Mellor stroll
2.01 mi
+262 ft
-262 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
Roman Lakes and Cobden Edge
5.01 mi
+807 ft
-781 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.
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