Walking in Cheshire

Explore the stunning scenery and wildlife of the region by walking in Cheshire, with hundreds of walks to suit all ages and abilities, there has never been a better time to enjoy breathtaking views, wild moorlands and rocky ridges.

Introduce the family to the joys of walking, with a hike up to White Nancy; the iconic Grade II listed folly that dominates the Cheshire Plain. Let imaginations run wild with a walk through the legend filled woods of Alderley Ege to Stormy Point, the setting for Alan Garner's novel The Weirdstone of Brisingamen.

If you are feeling energetic then stride out along the Griststone Trail, a 35 miles route that stretches from Disley to Kidsgrove or the Sandstone Trail, one of the most popular long distance walks in the North West.

If you are looking for something a little less energetic, take a leisurely stroll around one of the many towns and villages that Cheshire has to offer.

Top 10 Cheshire Walks

The Sandstone Trail - Grade: Long distance, Distance: 18km/11 ¼ miles, Time: 5-6 hours
The Gritstone Trail - Grade: Long distance, 35 mile / 56 km trail.
Shutlingsloe Walk - Grade: Challenging, Distance: 10km/6.5 miles, Time: 3-4 hours
Bosley Cloud - Grade: Challenging, Distance: 4 km / 2 ½ mile, Time; 1 ½ - 2 hours
The Whitegate Way - Stretching for six miles (10km) from the heart of Winsford to Cuddington, the route offers easy walking for all ages along a varied route.
Marbury Country Walk - Grade: Easy, Distance: 4 km/ 2.5 miles, Time: 1 - 2 hours
The Edge - Alderley Edge - Distance: 1.6km (1mile) circular route. Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour.
The Wirral Way
Anderton Nature Park - 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.
Teggs Nose - Grade: Easy walking, Distance: 2.75km / 1 mile circular walk, Time: 30 minutes – 1 hour, plus stops to admire the views

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Discover Chester's Old Churches

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Northgate Street, Chester

Christianity has played an important role in the life of the city for much of Chester's long history.

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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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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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Treasure Hunt Chester

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Chester

Hunt for clues and follow treasure maps on a gorgeous route around the city. Climb the Roman walls, admire the stunning cathedral, explore the amphitheatre and wander by the riverside. Marvel at the iconic Rows as you take in two thousands years of…

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Knutsford Rail Trail

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Knutsford

This circular walk explores the beautiful and historic town of Knutsford as well as the grounds of Tatton Park.

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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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Walks for All - Tarvin Community Woodlands

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Tarvin

Owned by the Tarvin Community Woodlands Trust to conserve, restore and re-establish native trees, plants and all types of wildlife, this delightful 5ha site allows a short walk through open woodland, meadow and wildflower areas.

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Chester Ghost Tours

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Northgate Street, Chester

Chester Ghost Tours have been delving into haunted happenings for over 30 years in a city renowned for its action-packed past.

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The Rows Time Travelling Treasure Hunt

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Chester

Chester is under threat from the Time Watchers, a mysterious society of time travellers who hide in pockets of time.

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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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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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Victorian Chester Trail

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Chester

What the Dickens! It's a trail around Victorian Chester – or it's not all Black & White (although a lot of it is) Chester's famous black and white buildings attract visitors from across the world..

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Walks for All - Tegg's Nose

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Macclesfield

Discover Tegg’s Nose Country Park and experience Cheshire East’s wild hill country where rock dominates the landscape.

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Walks for All - Caldy Valley Nature Park

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Chester

Caldy Nature Park is a small area of wetland, woodland and meadows close to Chester city centre. The active Friends group organise events and activities throughout the year including practical task days.

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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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Go Quest Adventures

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Chester

Go Quest Adventures is turning the streets of Chester into an Adventure Playground!

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Wincle Circular Walk

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Wincle

This walk passes through beautiful countryside. The Shell Brook valley is particularly beautiful and very remote. Deer can be heard rutting in this valley in autumn when the trees turn magnificent shades of gold and rusty brown.

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Sick to Death - Roman Walking Tour of Chester

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Chester

Enjoy a walking tour with a Roman Soldier seeing all the historic sights of the City. The tour will last approx 1 hour.

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Walks for All - Brereton Heath

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Brereton, Congleton

Designated as a Local Nature Reserve, Brereton Heath was a quarry site for silica sand. The lake is surrounded by habitats restored to the original landscape of heather and silver birch trees.

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Delamere Loop

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Marton, Winsford

The Delamere Loop runs from partway along the Whitegate Way round in a circle, taking in Delamere Forest, Primrosehill Wood, and Little Budworth Country Park

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