Hikes & Walks in Cheshire

Walking about Chester is a great way to get to know the city. These Chester walks are a terrific opportunity to take in the history that pervades the city's streets. Take a walk in the beautiful countryside. For historians, strolling in and around Chester is made much more enjoyable by the knowledge that you are walking in the footsteps of Roman Legionnaires, Vikings, and Normans — Chester is truly steeped in history!

Explore Macclesfield Forest by walking from Macclesfield Forest to Tegg's Nose Country Park. This long-distance trail is located west side of the Peak District National Park and is known for its spectacular views. Follow the path to discover wild woods, flourishing meadows, reservoirs, hills and high Crags. The greatest time to enjoy the wild landscapes this loop walk has to offer is between May and August when yellow hillside pansies flourish - a great time to stop off at the Country Pub in Nessit Hill. 

For a family walking adventure, visit Delamere Forest, Chester. Delamere Forest is the largest woodland area in Cheshire, with mixed woodlands, surfaced paths and forestry trails.  For a great long-distance walk head over to the Sandstone Trail, which is arguably one of the best walks in the northwest.  Following a series of sandstone ridges throughout the route including several car parks, perfect for all ages. 

Walk the Gritstone trail, for some of the finest views in Cheshire! The walk includes long and short climbs, steep ascents and descents, stiles and Gritstone ridges along the route.  Stretching from Disley Village to Kidsgrove town, this walk can be completed in a day.

Discover the iconic filming location for 'Pride and Prejudice' by walking around Lyme Park, house and gardens. Lyme Park Estate is owned by the National Trust and is home to red deer who spend their time in the east of the park. Here you will find several walking routes ranging in distance. 

Walk around Peckforton Castle where you'll get to experience a part of ancient history. Start by visiting the gatehouse lodge following the trail towards the Castle. Pass through the surrounding woods before entering via an open carriageway, where adventure awaits. The Old historic Castle was built in the nineteenth century however,  today it is used as a hotel. There are multiple walking routes here, try the Beeston Castle to Peckforton Castle trail which combines two of Chesires finest historic landmarks and stretches over the Sandstone Trail, a well-known long-distance trail, as well as through the Peckforton Estate's tranquil forest pathways. For a long-distance walk, continue on to Bulkeley Hill Woodland Trust.