Rural escape

Explore the scenery and wildlife of the Peak District, Macclesfield Forest, Tegg’s Nose Country Park and the Bollin Valley. Introduce the family to the wonder of walks up to White Nancy or through the legend-filled woods of Alderley Edge to Stormy Point for views that will leave them breathless. Discover the weird and wonderful collection of bridges and locks along the Macclesfield Canal. Tackle one of the many fantastic country pub walks, or set out on a bigger challenge along the Gritstone Trail and up into the Peak District. Follow the Cheshire Cycleway, exploring our scenery, villages, attractions via an intricate network of quiet country lanes and cycle paths. The opportunities for fabulous, exhilarating outdoor activities are endless.

Join our rangers for one of the many guided walks in the area that take place most weekends. Your nearest Tourist Information Centres have full details of all the walking events in the area as well as walking guides and maps. Go to www.macclesfield.gov.uk/rangers to download circular walks and seasonal wildlife podcasts, or subscribe to the Rangers newsletter for monthly event updates.

Learn more about rural pursuits in Cheshire at the Discover Cheshire website.