Waterside Walks

There’s something so refreshing about strolling past bodies of glimmering water, seeing the reflection of your beautiful surroundings on its surface. Here in Cheshire and Warrington, tourists and visitors alike can experience this sensation by wandering beside the River Dee, Shropshire Union Canal, and Brereton Nature Reserve’s lake to name a few, whilst taking in the fresh air of course!

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Walks for All - The Weaver Parkway

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Winsford

The Weaver Parkway is an extensive area of open green space alongside the River Weaver on the outskirts of Winsford. It was created on former industrial land of brine workings and salt mining, creating a unique habitat for unusual wildlife.

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Walks for All - Anderton Nature Park

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Northwich

Anderton Nature Park provides a haven for wildlife on restored industrial land adjacent to the historic Victorian boat lift and near to Northwich town centre. For the full story behind the Park’s creation visit www.andertonstory.org.uk.

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Walks for All - Marbury Country Park

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Northwich

Many of the features of the Country Park, including the lime avenues and the arboretum, are a legacy of the days when Marbury was a grand estate. Stroll through splendid woodlands and enjoy views across Budworth Mere.

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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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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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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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Walks for All - Ashtons and Neumanns Flashes

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Northwich

These reclaimed lime beds provide an excellent area for short walks and bird watching.

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Nelson Pit Walk 10

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Higher Poynton

The second part of two walks making the Middlewood Challenge, a 20-mile walk in the figure of eight. The first section of the Challenge is Walk 9 which is about 8 miles long and takes around 3½ hours to walk. Total walking time for both parts is arou

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Nelson Pit Walk 9

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Higher Poynton

The first part of two walks making the Middlewood Challenge, a 20-mile walk in the figure of eight. The second section of the Challenge is Walk 10 which is about 12 miles long and takes around 5 hours to walk.

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Nantwich Riverside Loop

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Nantwich

Stretch your legs on this pleasant walk from the town centre, taking in the Riverside Park, the Shropshire Union Canal and the historic Welsh Row. Just follow the signs in either direction and enjoy getting to know the countryside and its history.

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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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Walks for All - Nantwich Riverside Park

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Nantwich

The riverside area of Nantwich offers a pleasant walk alongside the River Weaver and around Nantwich Lake within easy access of the historic town centre.

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Walks for All - Macclesfield Riverside

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Off Manchester Road, Macclesfield

Situated in the delightful Bollin Valley, the Macclesfield Riverside Park provides a recreational park close to the heart of the town. The park has a variety of habitats and is a great place to watch wildlife.

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Walks for All - Shakerley Mere

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Northwich

Enjoy a pleasant stroll around the Mere, with opportunities for bird-watching and fishing, or why not picnic beneath the birch and oak woodland?

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Bridge Street Trail

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Chester

For any Visitor to Chester who has time constraints, a lovely idea is a stroll down Bridge Street on to Lower Bridge Street and through the Bridgegate to view the River Dee.

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Middlewich Waterside Trail

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Middlewich

The Middlewich Waterside Trail runs around and through the town of Middlewich. The Whole Trail is 3.4 miles.

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Alsager Series No. 5 – Salt Line and Canal

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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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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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Spike Island & West Bank Promenade

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Cheshire, Widnes

Spike Island is open parkland, with items of industrial archaeological interest and a canal.
Orienteering courses suitable for wheelchair users.
Tactile maps available from Visitor Centre.

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Handbridge Short Walk

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Chester

Handbridge lies across the Old Dee Bridge from the city and much of Chester's Roman fortress was built from stone quarried here. The community lies on the old main road into North Wales and it's name in Welsh is 'Treboeth', meaning 'burnt town or…

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