Waterside Walks

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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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   Bollington Circular Walk 4

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   Bollington, Macclesfied

   The fourth in a series of circular walks around Bollington and Kerridge starting from the Rangers Office, Adlington Road.

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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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   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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   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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   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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   Shropshire Union Canal - Walks for All

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   Nantwich

   This level canal towpath offers an elevated position for views over Nantwich town and the surrounding Cheshire plain countryside. 

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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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   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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    Nelson Pit Walk 3

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    Macclesfield

    One of a series of walks from the Nelson Pit Visitor Centre. One of the main features of this walk is Poynton Coppice.

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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 7

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    Higher Poynton

    The route climbs over 1300 feet from Nelson Pit to Bowstones, and is partly strenuous. However, the views from the highest points on a good day are spectacular. This walk should be avoided on a misty day.
    

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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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    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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    Walk the Dane Valley

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    Brereton, Congleton

    A route from Brereton Local Nature Reserve crossing the River Dane through to Swettenham.

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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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    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 - Macclesfield Forest

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    Macclesfield

    Macclesfield Forest is the last remnant of the Royal Forest of Macclesfield and is now a working forest managed by United Utilities.

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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 - Marbury Country Park

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    Northwich

    Many of the features of the Country Park, including the lime avenues and the arboretum, are a legacy of the days when Marbury was a grand estate. Stroll through splendid woodlands and enjoy views across Budworth Mere.

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