Celebrate Cheshire Day: From Forest to Foraged Gin

This outdoor adventure combines fresh air, a country walk and locally crafted spirits. Walk through stunning Macclesfield Forest before enjoying an exclusive tasting at The Forest Distillery, home to award-winning Cheshire gin, rum, and whiskey.

Begin your day with a scenic walk through Macclesfield Forest, a stunning area in the Peak District National Park.

Choose from a range of trails:

• Trentabank Reservoir Circular (2 miles) – A gentle loop with views of the water and local birdlife.
• Forest & Shining Tor (6 miles) – A more challenging route leading to Cheshire’s highest point.

Spot wildlife, including red deer and rare birds, and enjoy breathtaking views over Tegg’s Nose and the Cheshire Plain.

After your refreshing walk, head to The Forest Distillery, nestled in the heart of the forest in a historic stone barn.

Book a guided tasting session to sample locally distilled gin, whiskey, and rum, all crafted using pure forest spring water. Discover the history and craftsmanship behind their award-winning small-batch spirits, distilled using traditional methods and foraged botanicals.

Or, take a tour (1hr 30 mins), where you will taste samples, hear the history of gin and tour the UK’s highest altitude distillery. One of their experts will talk you through the remarkable rise, fall, and rise again of gin and you can learn about the company history and the story behind their artwork and bottles. Discover how they create their award-winning gin with an introduction to the botanicals and the process they use to distil. Then enjoy a neat tasting experience of both of the gins they produce.

The perfect way to celebrate Cheshire Day, blending nature, history, and local Cheshire flavours.