Long Walks

Our renowned rural county has no shortage of stunning walks exceeding 5km long. So, whether you are seeking to embark on the iconic Gritstone Trail, or view Macclesfield from the heights of the Shutlingsloe Walk, Cheshire and Warrington boast the perfect selection of cheap, fulfilling and rewarding days out!

What’s more, long walks equal a multitude of photo opportunities! Be sure to share you best images with us on social media using #YourCheshire!

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Nelson Pit Walk 2

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Higher Poynton

This walk visits the estate of Lyme Park where red deer may be spotted alongside the moorland paths.

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Raw Head Walk

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Walking Route

Burwardsley, Chester

Rugged sandstone outcrops, lofty trees and panoramic views both east and west across a patchwork landscape, combine to create an invigorating walk.

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Ashley Rail Trail Route

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Walking Route

The village of Ashley lies very close to both the M56 motorway and Manchester Ringway Airport, but retains a rural charm whilst serving a strong farming community.

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Walks for All - Biddulph Valley Way

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Walking Route

Congleton

The Biddulph Valley Way follows the route of a disused railway which carried coal between the Potteries and Congleton for over 100 years. Today, this is a tranquil route that allows visitors to enjoy the delightful Cheshire East countryside

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The Gritstone Trail

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Macclesfield

Follow the 35 mile / 56km trail through Cheshire’s Peak District

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Bollington Circular Walk 3

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Walking Route

Bollington, Macclesfield

The third in a series of circular walks around Bollington and Kerridge starting from the Rangers Office, Adlington Road. The routes vary in length highlighting points of interest and provide pleasant views of the countryside.

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A Circular Walks around Eddisbury and Kelsborrow Hillforts

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Off Station Road, Delamere

Eddisbury is the largest and most complex of the ridge’s prehistoric hilltop enclosures, while smaller Kelsborrow overlooks the lovely wooded combe of Boothsdale with its hidden pub.

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A Walk around Nantwich and Acton

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Walking Route

Nantwich

Come and enjoy this 8km/5mile circular walk along country lanes, public footpaths, bridleways and canal towpaths. The route currently has approximately 12 gates and 2 stiles with fairly level terrain.

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Walks for All - Middlewood Way

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Higher Poynton

The Middlewood Way is a 16km (10 mile) linear route following the former Macclesfield, Bollington and Marple Railway through picturesque Cheshire East countryside.

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Shutlingsloe Walk

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Macclesfield

Starting at Trentabank car park in Macclesfield Forest, follow a circular route over Shutlingsloe, Wildboarclough and Oaken Clough back to Trentabank car park.

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The Weaver Way

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Walking Route

Audlem

Stretching from Frodsham in the north to its most southerly point at Audlem, the route leads you along the River Weaver and Navigation, as well as the Trent and Mersey, and Shropshire Union Canals.

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Gawsworth Hall Circular Walk

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Gawsworth, Macclesfield

Enjoy a pleasant ramble in the rolling Cheshire countryside, through arable farmland and pastures, along the Macclesfield Canal and across the Danes Moss Reserve.

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A Walk around Haslington

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Haslington

Explore the parish of Haslington along footpaths and country lanes. Discover its wonderful countryside with old buildings and battle sites.

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Alsager Series No. 5 – Salt Line and Canal

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Walking Route

Church Lawton, Alsager

This route, devised by Alsager Chamber of Trade, is one a series of walks in the Alsager area. The walks have been published in leaflets entitled ‘It’s all about Alsager - Walking Maps of Alsager’.

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Alsager Series No. 6 - Wildflowers and Rode Hall

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Alsager

This route, devised by Alsager Chamber of Trade, is one a series of walks in the Alsager area. The walks have been published in leaflets entitled ‘It’s all about Alsager - Walking Maps of Alsager’.

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Bollin Valley Way

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Walking Route

Off Manchester Road, Tytherington

The Bollin Valley Way is a 25 mile (40 km) recreational path shadowing the course of the River Bollin. The route starts at Macclesfield Riverside Park and finishes in Partington giving walkers a feel of the valley's variety.

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Two Locks Walk

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Walking Route

Northwich

This is a beautiful waterside walk that takes in the historic Hunts Lock and Vale Royal Locks. Walkers will be enchanted by the number of bird species that can be seen and heard along the way.

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Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve

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Retreat

Congleton

The Local Nature Reserve has over 50 acres of mainly silver birch and oak woodland surrounding a 15 acre lake as well as areas of heathland, a wildflower meadow and wetland areas.

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Walk the Dane Valley

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Walking Route

Brereton, Congleton

A route from Brereton Local Nature Reserve crossing the River Dane through to Swettenham.

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The Sandstone Trail

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Walking Route

Frodsham

Stride out along the Sandstone Trail and sample some of the finest walking in Cheshire. Follow the ridge of sandstone that rises dramatically from the Cheshire plain and enjoy this invigorating walk at any time of year.

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