Utkinton and Cotebrook walks

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Experience superb views, intriguing industrial relics and a pleasant return through rolling Cheshire countryside.

Explore two interesting villages full of historic buildings.

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 steady climb through heath and woodland to the Sandstone Trail and Maiden Castle, an Iron Age hillfort.

An extended walk along the Sandstone Trail, giving fine views and including highlights of the mid-Cheshire ridge.