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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Chester in the Civil War Trail

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Chester

Our Walk is a little over two miles (3km) long and begins at the Visitor Information Centre, located in the Town Hall.

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Walks for all - Stanney Woods Local Nature Reserve

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Ellesmere Port

Stanney Woods is an ancient woodland of oak and silver birch, with some hazel and holly. It is an excellent site for bird watching and exceptionally good for fungi in autumn.

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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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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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Overleigh Cemetery Guided Walk/Tour

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Chester

A late afternoon walk through Chester's Overleigh Cemetery, an enchanting Victorian graveyard next to the River Dee.

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Medieval Chester Trail

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Northgate Street, Chester

In this guide, we'll be taking a look at Chester in the Norman and later medieval periods, from around 1070 to 1500. But please excuse us if we don't stick too rigidly to these dates....

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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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