Chelford circular

Train based walk

Leader: Mark M (joining train at Stockport)

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform at Piccadilly Station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train, or at the Walk Start at Chelford Station.

Transport to Walk Start: 10:06 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chelford.

Suggested Ticket: Off-Peak Day Return to Chelford. £12.80

Walk Start: At Chelford Station at 10:40

Waypoints: Promontory Wood, Lapwing Hall, Blake House Farm, Redesmere Lane, Mill Lane, Hackney Plat Bridge, Brook House Farm, Astle, Stubby Lane, George’s Wood

Return Services: xx:05

Extra: No toilets at walk start. No toilets en-route. Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs).

Saturday, 14 November 2026
Start time: 10:40 am
Estimated finish time: 4:00 pm
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent: 50m / 164ft
Type: circular

It’s time to rustle through the autumn leaves and settle into nature in the heart of Cheshire.

This walk takes us along country lanes, wooded paths, lakeside byways, brooks and occasionally crosses main roads. It is flat, with a handful of stiles.

November is prime time for winter migrants. We may see (amongst others): Teal, Mandarin Duck, Grebes, Herons, Egrets, Lapwings, Redwings, Fieldfares, Great Spotted Woodpeckers & Buzzards.

Note: it is likely to be very muddy, so boots are strongly advised. Sections might well be flooded, but can be avoided.