Delamere and Oakmere walks

A moderate mountain-bike ride (or lengthy walk) on roads and woodland tracks within Delamere Forest. Numerous ascents and descents, mostly short but with a couple of steep or uneven sections where inexperienced or young riders may prefer to dismount. Not suitable for road bikes.

A short woodland stroll visiting an interesting and atmospheric geological curiosity. Some steep and uneven ground, and mud may be encountered.

A rewarding walk with wide views and a visit to a well-preserved Iron Age fort. Some modest climbs, and occasional mud after rain.

A mixture of woodland and farmland walking, with good views and a visit to a pleasant Cheshire village (no pub). Some modest climbs and occasional rocky ground. Mud after rain.

A simple out and back route from Blakemere village, to the end of the Whitegate Way and back again. Ideal for anyone wanting to get some miles in their legs and it's pretty much flat and easy to follow, as there is no deviation once on the Way.

Field paths over rolling Cheshire farmland, passing an attractive millpond and historic houses.

Gentle green lanes to an attractive area of lowland heath and woodland designated an SSSI.

Skirt the Shire Horse Centre to pretty Eaton, returning via a sunken quarryman’s way.

An extended farmland and woodland walk along the Sandstone Trail, with fine views over seven counties!

A short farmland walk featuring a pretty green lane and extensive views to Liverpool and the Clwydian mountains, and an exploration of Kelsall village.

A scenic walk featuring wide views over Kelsall and beyond, and a pretty wooded valley.

An easy stroll along quiet lanes and footpaths around The Goshawk.

Fields and wooded stream valleys on the fringes of Delamere Forest.

Historic buildings and low-lying meadows around The Goshawk.

Follow tracks and green lanes through the village and countryside to an attractive lake.

Explore our local country park, a rare area of lowland heathland designated as an SSSI.

Passing Budworth Pool and Little Budworth Common, returning via a park circuit.

An accessible, easy and varied walk that crosses woods, fields and makes the most of the lovely Whitegate Way. Free parking at Whitegate station and a lovely coffee shop run by volunteers.

Field and golf-course walking to a pretty village. May be muddy in places; several stiles.

Field paths and canalside walking with views of Beeston Castle. May be muddy in places after rain. Multiple stiles.

Fairly level, with several stiles. Two busy road crossings; may be muddy in places after rain.

Varied walking through rolling countryside with a scenic stretch along the Weaver Navigation.

A pleasant stroll around the village including a riverside section within a Community Woodland.

A walk along field paths to a neighbouring village, with views over the Weaver valley.

A simple and pleasant stroll beside the River Weaver, returning along the Trent & Mersey Canal.

A varied walk by way of village, canal tunnel, capacious locks and quiet riverside fields.

A walk through rolling countryside to an impressive viaduct with a straightforward riverside return.

A pleasant stroll around the village and surrounding farmland, with wide views in all directions.

Two hillforts, mixed walking in farmland and woodland, and rocky outcrops with wide views.

A rewarding field and woodland walk to a local landmark with a commanding view over the Mersey estuary.

An interesting, level walk around the bird-rich lagoons and reed-beds of Frodsham Marsh – take your binoculars!

Two hillforts, mixed walking in farmland and woodland, and rocky outcrops with wide views.

A pleasant woodland stroll to a nearby war memorial with fine views over the Mersey Estuary to Liverpool.