Whaley Bridge walks

A short but energetic stroll to a prominent local landmark, with glorious views in all directions.

Over the hill to the historic canal town of Whaley Bridge, with an easy return along the towpath.

A hilly all-day walk with pub stops available at various points along the way.

Starting out along the Peak Forest Tramway, returning via a climb to the elevated viewpoint of Eccles Pike.

The climb to the quarries of Cracken Edge is rewarded by a high-level promenade with industrial relics and fine views.

Good views over Whaley Bridge and Toddbrook Reservoir on the outward journey, and an easy canalside return.

Circular route initially beside Comb Reservoir before climbing gently to Blackshaw Hall before descending back to reservoir.

A stiff climb to a fine viewpoint returning via a route full of industrial archaeology.

A mixture of craggy gritstone uplands and softer valley country, including a section of the Peak Forest Tramway.

Stroll along a former tramway to explore a historic canal basin, returning via a local nature reserve.

This Peak District walk provides a useful introduction to walking in this part of the National Park.

A demanding linear mountain-biking/hiking route over the shoulder of Kinder Scout.

An energetic stroll along the Pennine Bridleway with gentler streamside interludes.

Quarry remains and superb views over the valley to Kinder Scout, Chinley and Eccles Pike.

A rewarding walk with superb views going along streams and Combs Reservoir.

A short, mostly level stroll round the village and its idyllic wooded reservoir.

A scenic circuit of the little-known plateau of Combs Moss, featuring the imposing Castle Naze hillfort.

A linear walk onto the Kinder Scout plateau using the train for the return.

Nice walk from Brink Farm to Lyme Hall passing through small parks.

A route around the hills surrounding Lyme Park and finishing with a delightful section of Ladybrook valley to Bramhall. The regular (twice hourly) between the train stations makes this a viable point-to-point walk.

A three day trail starting at Disley and finishing at Kidsgrove. The route is split to enable either a stopover or return journey from Macclesfield and Congleton. Transport is by rail, starting at Disley Station (possible use of Macclesfield Station and Congleton Station) and terminating at Kidsgrove Station.

The Gritstone Trail runs for 56 km through the Cheshire countryside, west of the Peak District, from Disley to Kidsgrove. This first stage starts at Disley Station, goes through Lime Park and up to the Bow Stones, over Sponds Hill (410m), past Bollington and on to the Saddle of Kerridge (over White Nancy), Tegg's Nose and down to Langley. At this point, this route leaves the trail to drop down to Macclesfield past The Hollins.

This is a nice short walk offering wonderful views. The seasonal colour changes of the countryside make this Cheshire walk worth repeating during the year. The route starts from Disley and climbs onto Black Rocks offering some great views.

Very easy walk with a choice of well sign-posted routes through the woods on the north side of the water. Suitable for playing Gruffalo Woods with the kids! It's not worth taking scooters as the uneven ground will undoubtedly tip them off and bikes are not allowed.

Field paths and green lanes to a local landmark and viewpoint.

A route featuring Mellor Cross, passing through two attractive stone-built hamlets.

A pleasant stroll with views to the River Goyt and the beauty spot of Roman Lakes.

A circular walk along the river and the Kinder Reservoir.

An easy circular walk along the River Sett via Hill Houses and Booth Farm.

A circular walk along the river via Kinder Reservoir and the Snake Path.

A circular walk exploring the Kinder Scout plateau via Kinder Reservoir.