Short Walks

Keen to explore the stunning Cheshire and Warrington countryside but short on time (or energy)? Be inspired by our list of short walks, all shorter than 5km long, below. With great options spanning the Anderton Nature Park, to Maiden Castle, and to Bosley Cloud, they provide the perfect sample of what our picturesque county has to offer!

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Lindow Common - Walks for All

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Wilmslow

Lindow Common is a small area of heathland on the outskirts of Wilmslow.

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Willaston Old Oak Circular

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Willaston, Nantwich

The first in a series of walks published by the Willaston Community Opportunities Group, this route offers a circular walk to help you get to know the village.

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Maiden Castle - Walk for All

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Enjoy this challenging but rewarding walk up and across heathland of heather, bracken and bilberries to the remains of an Iron Age fort.

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Bluebell Cottage Circular Walk

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Dutton, Northwich

Explore the stunning countryside of the Weaver Valley, passing through a shady wood filled with bluebells and wood anemones in spring.

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Haslington Conservation Walk

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Haslington

This route uses parts of two local walks developed by Haslington Conservation Volunteers

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The Cheshire Treasure Hunt Trails

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Guided Tour

Explore Cheshire’s towns and villages on a self-guided themed Treasure Trail; the fun and imaginative way to explore.

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Quarry Bank - Walks for All

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Wilmslow

Situated in the grounds of Quarry Bank on the National Trust’s Styal Estate this walk follows the river from the mill to the point at which the rivers Dean and Bollin combine at Twinnies Bridge.

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Parkgate Walk

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Parkgate

Parkgate, with its tremendous views across the internationally important Dee Estuary towards the Welsh Hills, provides the setting for this fascinating, yet gentle walk.

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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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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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A Circular Walk around Maiden Castle, Bickerton

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Bickerton

This short but spectacular circuit explores the very best of arguably the finest section of the Cheshire Sandstone Ridge. Ascend through purple heather and bilberries to the ramparts of Maiden Castle hillfort.

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Nelson Pit Walk 1

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Macclesfield

This short walk follows the canal towpath and The Middlewood Way, giving an insight into the industrial history of the area.

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Cuddington Rail Trail 4.5km Circular

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Cuddington

A delightful 4.5km sightseeing walk around Cuddington, beginning and ending at Cuddington Railway Station.

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Nelson Pit Walk 5

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Higher Poynton

One of a series of walks from the Nelson Pit Visitor Centre. The route through Poynton Coppice is pretty at any time of the year. The majority of The Coppice is owned by Cheshire East Council and is subject to a ten-year management plan.

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The Carrs - Walks for All

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Wilmslow

This walk follows the River Bollin for just under a mile from Wilmslow town centre to Twinnies Bridge.

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The Horrible Histories 5K Run Tour

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Walking Tour

Northgate Street, Chester

Run through the historic city and learn about rotten Romans and loads more famous people who have helped make Chester famous!

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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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Billinge Hill

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Bollington

The old track, known as Hedgerow, is probably an ancient trade route and a drovers’ road leading from Cheshire into the Peak District. It leads up to the pass or crossing point called Charles Head and is an interesting walk for another day.

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Tatton Park - Walks for All

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Knutsford

Tatton Park, winner of Visit England’s Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2014, is steeped in history and memories of world wars.

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Bollington Circular Walk 1

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Bollington

The first in a series of circular walks around Bollington (the Happy Valley) 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. This

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