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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Chester Centre 3.3 Mile / 6km Circular Walk

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Northgate Street, Chester

Take in the historic city of Chester on this scenic circular walk.

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Delamere Forest Walkways

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Northwich

Delamere Forest is an ideal place to go for a walk, with 6 waymarked paths. With dry sandstone paths, lots of mature pines to shade or shelter under depending upon the weather and the flooded forest of Blakemere attracting birds to watch.

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A Walk to the Forest

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Sutton, Macclesfield

This walk is a fairly strenuous walk on good paths. There are several ascents and descents. Wear strong shoes or walking boots and bring a waterproof. A snack and something to drink is also recommended.

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Lawton Woods Loop

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Liverpool Road West, Church Lawton

The name Lawton originates in the Lawton family with its family crest being the head of a bleeding wolf. Local legend talks about a man saving the Earl of Chester from being killed by a wolf.

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Rode Heath Ramble

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Sandbach

This area once contained thriving industries due to large underground salt deposits. Large works were constructed and brine shafts sunk to extract the salt.

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Chelford Village Walk

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Chelford

This walk, published by the Chelford Village website, offers a pleasant circuit around the area, with some great suggestions for refreshments en route.

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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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Kerridge Loop

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Bollington

Bollington is known for its cotton mills and is an attractive small town with excellent facilities, situated in beautiful countryside.

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Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve

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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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Nelson Pit Walk 6

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Higher Poynton

The route follows the Macclesfield Canal north and then along wide country tracks before an uphill stretch into Lyme Park. The views from the highest point near Lyme Park on a good day are spectacular.

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Bridgemere Walk

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Nantwich

This walk explores the peaceful countryside of South East Cheshire. The ancient woodland called Checkley Wood can be viewed across the fields during the walk.

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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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Nelson Pit Walk 7

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Higher Poynton

The route climbs over 1300 feet from Nelson Pit to Bowstones, and is partly strenuous. However, the views from the highest points on a good day are spectacular. This walk should be avoided on a misty day.

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A Circular Walk around Beeston Crag

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Chapel Lane, Beeston, Nr Tarporley

Discover Beeston Crag’s prehistoric past and spectacular views, before circling Victorian Peckforton Castle high on the wooded Peckforton Hills, and then crossing the fields near Peckforton Mere.

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Nelson Pit Walk 8

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Higher Poynton

A pleasant ramble on the Middlewood Way, across fields and along the towpath of the Macclesfield Canal. Part of the walk, crossing from the Middlewood Way to the Canal can be muddy.

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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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The Weaver Way

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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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Malkins Bank Circular Walk

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Sandbach

This area once contained thriving industries due to large underground salt deposits. Large works were constructed and brine shafts sunk to extract the salt.

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Two Locks Walk

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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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The South Cheshire Market Towns Trail

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The South Cheshire Market Towns Trail can be enjoyed by walkers of all abilities.

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