Enjoy far-reaching views across the Cheshire plain from Alderley Edge and explore the surrounding woodlands and countryside

Welcome to Freshwalks. This Walks for Women event is part of our own vibrant business community programme and women in business are welcome to join us for some invigorating networking in the great outdoors. This monthly series offers a perfect entry level option and is ideal for those with busy diaries. Feel free to come alone - most Freshwalkers do - and you'll be warmly welcomed or invite a colleague or client along for company.

Route description

This walk explores the dramatic red sandstone escarpment of Alderley Edge, with views across the Cheshire Plain and out to the Peak District.

Our route includes open pasture, mature pine and beech woodland, encompassing a loop around the surrounding countryside. Alderley Edge is a location to be treasured, steeped in myth, folklore and history. Please note this route does include some limited but steep sections.

Route: The Wizard - Alderley Edge - Daniel Hill - Slade Lane - Bradford Lane - The Wizard

Distance: 7.5km

Grade: Easy (more info on grading here)

Max elevation: 194m / Total ascent: 211m

Proposed schedule:

10:15 - Meeting, National Trust - Alderley Edge car park

10:30 - Walk starts

13:00 - Walk finishes, National Trust - Alderley Edge car park

Walk leader: Katya Willems

Meeting location: National Trust - Alderley Edge car park, Macclesfield Rd, Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, SK10 4UB https://w3w.co/dreams.less.bliss

Parking: Pay and display car park or free parking for members of the National Trust: please scan membership card at the machine.

Public transport: It's possible to reach the start of this walk via public transport though it will involve a 35 mins walk from Alderley Edge train station. Take the 09:06 train from Manchester Piccadilly to arrive in Alderley Edge at 09:34 and you'll have plenty of time to join us. Alternatively, it's less than 5 mins in a taxi though pre-ordering will be recommended. We can help co-ordinate sharing.

Toilets: Public toilets on site at the start and finish of the walk

Post-walk: The Wizard Tearoom, Alderley Edge

Description supplied by the event organiser.