Poole walks

A field walk to a popular local craft centre, returning via the valley of the River Weaver. Warning : The bridge at waypoint 4 is closed. It isn't scheduled to be reopened until 2023. For now we suggest this walk as a return and not as a loop until an alternative is found.

A farmland stroll to a historic house through Wybunbury.

Stroll round a National Nature Reserve, featuring a rare bog habitat known as a schwingmoor.

An interesting walk that visits several of the Sandbach Flashes, a series of intriguing lakes formed by subsidence after salt extraction.

An extended walk visiting many of the Sandbach Flashes (lakes formed by subsidence following salt extraction) and including sections along the Trent and Mersey Canal and River Wheelock.

A short farmland walk offering good views over the village, and a brief but pleasant stretch alongside the River Wheelock, frequented by Kingfishers.

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

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

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

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.

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

Two contrasting waterways lead you through pleasant Cheshire countryside.

An easy stroll that packs a lot into its short distance.

A historic town centre, pretty stream valleys and an easy canalside return.

Taking in the industrial scenery of the River Weaver and its surrounding countryside.

A fine scenic walk with views of two castles, one an authentic medieval fortification, the other a Victorian country house now used for weddings and conferences. Much of the walk is wooded. The walk can be extended to include the climb up to Beeston Castle (English Heritage: admission charge).

A short but satisfying walk featuring good views, quiet lanes and tracks, and sunlight-dappled woodland.

Enjoyable farmland and woodland walking with superb views over the Peckforton Hills and the surrounding Cheshire Plain.

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

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.

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.

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 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.