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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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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Gawsworth Hall Circular Walk

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Gawsworth, Macclesfield

Enjoy a pleasant ramble in the rolling Cheshire countryside, through arable farmland and pastures, along the Macclesfield Canal and across the Danes Moss Reserve.

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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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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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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 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 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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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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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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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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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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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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Trent and Mersey Canal - Walks for All

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Middlewich

This level canal-side towpath walk offers a great insight into the waterway’s corridor as it flows through the town of Middlewich. In
contrast to the busy roads, slow down to the pace of life of the canals.

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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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Nelson Pit Walk 4

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Higher Poynton

This is one of a series of walks from the Nelson Pit Visitor Centre. This is a flat walk along the Macclesfield Canal towpath and Middlewood Way.

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Chester Centre 3.3 Mile / 6km Circular Walk

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Northgate Street, Chester

Take in the historic city of Chester on this scenic circular walk.

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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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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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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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Hunts Lock to Blue Bridge Circular Walk

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Northwich

This is a lovely waterside walk that crosses Hunts Lock and the recently reinstated Riversdale Bridge.

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