The walks calendar for the 2023 festival is available here. A mobile friendly list can be found here.
Events in September 2018
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'We Love Laura'
'We Love Laura'
21/09/2018The History Wardrobe present a celebration of Laura Ashley fabrics and fashions from the 1960s to the present. For further details visit http://www.bollingtonartscentre.co.uk
Bollington Arts CentreWellington RoadSK10 5JRStart of the FestivalStart of the Festival
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21/09/2018
Join us at the Poachers Inn to meet the team and kick off the Festival.
Poachers Inn95 Ingersley RoadSK10 5REBollington Folk ClubBollington Folk Club
21/09/2018For further details visit www.bollyfolk.com or ring 07570 807645
Dog and Partridge97 Palmerston StreetSK10 5JX -
In the Foothills (14 miles Strenuous)
In the Foothills (14 miles Strenuous)
22/09/2018
To Tegg's Nose via Hurdsfield then Macclesfield Forest to Nessit Hill and Forest Chapel. Our return to Bollington takes us round Kerridge Ridge via Walker Barn and Rainow.Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BEMayor's Boundary Walk (8.5 miles Energetic)Mayor's Boundary Walk (8.5 miles Energetic)
22/09/2018
Come and join the Town Mayor, Jon Weston, on the annual Boundary Walk which contains both flat and hilly sections. There will be a pub stop at The Windmill where you can buy lunch or eat your own.Organised by Bollington Town Council.
Town HallWellington RoadSK10 5JRSlow Food Stroll (4 miles Moderate)Slow Food Stroll (4 miles Moderate)
22/09/2018
An introduction to the beauty of the local countryside, with a taste of the best food at local cafés including Farm Made Tearooms, No. 74 Deli and Café Waterside. No charge, but advance booking essential or ring Jim on 01625 560644.Organised by Juanita and Jim.
Pool Bank car parkPalmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Nordic Walk (3 hours Moderate)Nordic Walk (3 hours Moderate)
22/09/2018
Walk with experienced local instructor, David Lambert. Nordic Walking poles, not trekking poles, are required.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWDante String QuartetDante String Quartet
22/09/2018Pieces by Haydn, Beethoven and Shostakovich
For further details visit www.bollingtonartscentre.co.uk
or ring 01625 576402/574435Bollington Arts CentreWellington RoadSK10 5JR -
Bosley or Bust! (22 miles Strenuous)
Bosley or Bust! (22 miles Strenuous)
23/09/2018From Kerridge to Langley Hall via Macclesfield Golf Course to Croker Hill and Bosley, thence to Lowerhouse, and the Gritstone Trail to Teggs Nose, Rainow and White Nancy.Organised by the Long Distance Walkers' Association.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BEA Walk on the Wild Side from Whaley (7 miles Energetic)A Walk on the Wild Side from Whaley (7 miles Energetic)
23/09/2018Travel by coach to Whaley Bridge for a linear walk back to Bollington. Advance booking and payment of £7.50 essential.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Hayfield and Home via Chinley Churn (13 miles Strenuous)Hayfield and Home via Chinley Churn (13 miles Strenuous)
23/09/2018Travel by coach to Hayfield and return via Chinley Churn, Whaley Bridge and Dale Top. Advance booking and payment of £7.50 essential.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Harrop Valley and The Nab (7 miles Energetic)Harrop Valley and The Nab (7 miles Energetic)
23/09/2018Enjoy going up hill and down dale in the Harrop Valley. We will finish with a cheeky ascent of The Nab!Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWBridgend Children's Walk (3 miles Easy)Bridgend Children's Walk (3 miles Easy)
23/09/2018Come and enjoy roaming the Bollington countryside while having fun doing a quiz. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PW -
Ramble to Lamaload (7 miles Energetic)
Ramble to Lamaload (7 miles Energetic)
24/09/2018Lamaload reservoir via Rainow and back via Tower Hill, Kerridge Ridge and White Nancy.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWRamble to Tea and Cake at Hollin Hall (5.5 miles Moderate)Ramble to Tea and Cake at Hollin Hall (5.5 miles Moderate)
24/09/2018Ramble across fields to Hollin Hall, where you will enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and a slice of Victoria sponge or a scone with jam and cream. Return along the canal to the Bridgend Centre. £6 pre-payable charge includes refreshments at Hollin Hall. Advance booking essential.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Kerridge Ramble (4 miles Energetic)Kerridge Ramble (4 miles Energetic)
24/09/2018An energetic 2-hour evening walk exploring some of the hidden paths of Kerridge and the ridge. Hopefully we will see bats towards the end. Please bring waterproofs, a torch and binoculars (optional).Organised by Cheshire East Rangers.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BEWalk for Health in Prestbury (2 miles Easy)Walk for Health in Prestbury (2 miles Easy)
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24/09/2018A gentle stroll around Prestbury village, with no hills or stiles!Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Shirleys car parkoff Shirleys DrivePrestbury, SK10 4XP -
Bear Hunt (0.5 miles Easy)
Bear Hunt (0.5 miles Easy)
25/09/2018Have a story indoors, then go on a bear hunt outdoors before returning inside for refreshments and rhymes! Suitable for the under-5s plus their carers; £2 per child.Organised by Bollington Library.
Bollington LibraryPalmerston StreetSK10 5JXBowstones and Canal Boat (7 miles Energetic)Bowstones and Canal Boat (7 miles Energetic)
25/09/2018
Novel event where half the group walk over to Bailey's Trading Post via the Bowstones, returning via narrowboat. The other half start on the boat and do the reverse. Return about 3pm. Advance booking and payment of £5 essential.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bollington Wharfoff Grimshaw LaneSK10 5NBOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Children’s Bear HuntChildren’s Bear Hunt
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25/09/2018See walks programme for details
Bollington LibraryPalmerston StreetSK10 5JXNose and Nancy (10.5 miles Strenuous)Nose and Nancy (10.5 miles Strenuous)
25/09/2018Up White Nancy and along Kerridge Ridge, then over to Teggs Nose. Return via Walker Barn and Lamaload reservoir.Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
Adlington Road car parkAdlington RoadSK10 5JTSensory Walk (2 miles Easy)Sensory Walk (2 miles Easy)
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25/09/2018Are you affected by sight loss? Would you like to walk with a trained Sighted Guide? A gentle walk exploring the sounds, smells, textures and sights around the Canal and Middlewood Way. Finishing at Café Waterside, where drinks and snacks can be purchased. Please contact Macclesfield Eye Society to book a place: 01625 422602.Organised by Macclesfield Eye Society.
Café WatersideClarence MillClarence RoadSK10 5JZRamble to Higher Hurdsfield (5.5 miles Moderate)Ramble to Higher Hurdsfield (5.5 miles Moderate)
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25/09/2018Ramble along the Middlewood Way, canal and fields towards Higher Hurdsfield. Return below Kerridge Ridge and along the flagged paths to the Bridgend Centre.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PW -
Over Bakestonedale (5.5 miles Energetic)
Over Bakestonedale (5.5 miles Energetic)
26/09/2018Along the road to Pott Shrigley, via the Old Brickworks up on to Bakestonedale Moor, returning via Hedgerow.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PW'We're Going to the Chapel!' (8.5 miles Strenuous)'We're Going to the Chapel!' (8.5 miles Strenuous)
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26/09/2018A walk to Jenkin Chapel, returning via the Harrop Valley.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWHistoric Bollington (3 miles Moderate)Historic Bollington (3 miles Moderate)
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26/09/2018A heritage walk along the canal and Middlewood Way, looking at how and why Bollington has changed over the years.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWNight Walk along the Ridge (4 miles Moderate)Night Walk along the Ridge (4 miles Moderate)
26/09/2018Along the lower-level path below Kerridge Ridge and back along Kerridge Hill and White Nancy. Hopefully we will see some stars! Head torch recommended.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Poachers Inn95 Ingersley RoadSK10 5RE -
Lyme Park and Manchester Views (10.5 miles Strenuous)
Lyme Park and Manchester Views (10.5 miles Strenuous)
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27/09/2018Along the Middlewood Way and canal then over to Lyme Park. Return via the Bowstones and Sponds Hill, with far-reaching views to Manchester and beyond, then back down the Harrop Valley.Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
Adlington Road car parkAdlington RoadSK10 5JTArt in the Landscape (3 hours Easy)Art in the Landscape (3 hours Easy)
27/09/2018A short walk to gather inspiration for an art workshop at the Bridgend Centre with local artist Lainey Ross. £5 charge covers workshop, hot drinks and cake. Booking recommended.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Slow Stroll to Rainow and Back (4 miles Moderate)Slow Stroll to Rainow and Back (4 miles Moderate)
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27/09/2018An opportunity to enjoy the view walking across the fields to Rainow and back via Oakenbank.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PW -
Horwich End and Bus to Rainow (9 miles Energetic)
Horwich End and Bus to Rainow (9 miles Energetic)
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28/09/2018Walk over Sponds Hill and down to Horwich End, just outside Whaley Bridge. Catch the 14:19 bus to Rainow and walk 2 miles back home across the fields. Maybe time for a swift beer/coffee in Horwich End, depending on pace. Booking essential to manage numbers but there is no charge for the booking; bus fare £2 unless you have a bus pass.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Introduction to Nordic Walking (1 hour 30 mins Moderate)Introduction to Nordic Walking (1 hour 30 mins Moderate)
28/09/2018A free chance to try out the techniques involved in Nordic Walking and learn about its benefits with experienced local instructor David Lambert. Nordic Walking poles will be provided. Only 12 places available! Advance booking essential although there is no charge for the booking.Organised by David Lambert.
Adlington Road car parkAdlington RoadSK10 5JTOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Making Tracks to the West (5.5 miles Moderate)Making Tracks to the West (5.5 miles Moderate)
28/09/2018To quaint Butley Town and the byways of Prestbury, with an exciting crossing of the West Coast mainline. Return via historic Lowerhouse.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWStroll with East Cheshire Ramblers (4 miles Easy)Stroll with East Cheshire Ramblers (4 miles Easy)
28/09/2018Join East Cheshire Ramblers for an easy walk taking in scenic Styperson Pool before crossing over the canal for a stroll across the fields around Harrop Green Farm.Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
Holehouse Lane car parkWhiteley GreenSK10 5SRBollington Folk ClubBollington Folk Club
28/09/2018For further details visit www.bollyfolk.com or ring 07570 807645
Dog and Partridge97 Palmerston StreetSK10 5JX -
Working up Another Thirst (10 miles Strenuous)
Working up Another Thirst (10 miles Strenuous)
29/09/2018
Walk to Torrside Brewery in New Mills and return via bus to Bollington at 4:30pm and 5:30pm, with a brief stop in Furness Vale. Advance booking essential at £5 per head. There isn't a tour at the brewery - we're just there to enjoy the beer.NOTE: there is now a second starting point for this walk. 9:45am at Jackson Lane car park, SK10 5BE
Organised by Bollington Real Ale Ramblers.
Bollington Leisure CentreHeath RoadSK10 5EXOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Paul's Perambulation (9 miles Strenuous)Paul's Perambulation (9 miles Strenuous)
29/09/2018Through the Harrop Valley and up to Charles Head. Then along the ridge with panoramic views and over Broad Moss to Blue Boar Farm. Return to Bollington via Ginclough, Oakenbank Lane, the Gritstone Trail and White Nancy.Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
Bus terminus by Cotton Tree3-5 Ingersley RoadSK10 5REThe 'Random Apple' Walk (5 miles Moderate)The 'Random Apple' Walk (5 miles Moderate)
29/09/2018Walk along the canal and through pastures to Higher Hurdsfield. Here we will enjoy an hour-long visit to the Random Apple Company, Swanscoe, joining in pressing apples, hearing about the business and eating our packed lunches. Return below Kerridge Ridge. Advance booking essential.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Bollington Heritage Walk (2 miles Easy)Bollington Heritage Walk (2 miles Easy)
29/09/2018Take a look at mills and old streets and discover why Bollington is here. £2 charge.Organised by Bollington Civic Society.
Discovery CentreClarence MillClarence RoadSK10 5JZ -
Park, Hill and Moor (14 miles Strenuous)
Park, Hill and Moor (14 miles Strenuous)
30/09/2018Up to Lyme Park via Sponds Hill, returning via Bakestondale Moor.Organised by ECOG.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BEMansions and Gardens (10 miles Energetic)Mansions and Gardens (10 miles Energetic)
30/09/2018Enjoy the bucolic landscape of Cheshire as we venture close to Hare Hill Garden via Whiteley Green and Prestbury.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Sweet Kitchen Café1A Crossfield RdOff Ovenhouse LaneSK10 5EARidge and Rainow (5 miles Energetic)Ridge and Rainow (5 miles Energetic)
30/09/2018Ramble up Kerridge Ridge and return via Rainow and Rainowlow.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWBollington Pubs Lost and Found (2 miles Easy)Bollington Pubs Lost and Found (2 miles Easy)
30/09/2018Discover the lost pubs of Bollington: tales of lock-ins, police raids and more! Those who have worked up a thirst are welcome to join us for a drink afterwards. Advance booking essential to manage numbers although there is no charge for the booking. Donations invited for Walkers are Welcome.Organised by Walkers Are Welcome.
Pool Bank car parkPalmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Introduction to Digital Mapping (3 miles Easy)Introduction to Digital Mapping (3 miles Easy)
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30/09/2018A short talk on how to plot walking routes online, followed by a short walk around Bollington using mobile phones.Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWPhotography Walk (3 miles Moderate)Photography Walk (3 miles Moderate)
30/09/2018Hone your photo techniques on a walk to Kerridge Ridge and White Nancy.Organised by Bollington Photography Group.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BECharity Quiz Night & end of festivalCharity Quiz Night & end of festival
30/09/2018The fun quiz at the Poachers is always popular with a prize for the winning team. For further details visit www.thepoachers.org or ring 01625 572086
Poachers Inn95 Ingersley RoadSK10 5RE
You can also download a printable leaflet, or obtain a printed leaflet from the Bridgend Centre.
Booking details for festival
Our walks are led by a number of local organisations; there is a charge for some walks, which are indicated by a £ symbol on the walk programme. Where booking is not required for a walk, we just ask you to arrive in plenty of time.
Where advance booking is required, simply reserve your place by purchasing your ticket from the calendar above. For the Sensory Walk please telephone the Eye Society (phone number provided on the leaflet) and for the Just Drop In walk, please email Just Drop In (email address provided on the leaflet). If you would like any support with online booking, please contact the Bridgend Centre on 01625 576311 to arrange a convenient time for us to help you with it.
On walks starting from the Bridgend Centre, please wait outside the front of the Centre for the walk to start as numbers are limited inside.
Walking: essential information
- Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring a waterproof. We reserve the right not to take a person who is not properly equipped as this could affect the safety and enjoyment of the whole group.
- Please check the walk symbols to confirm whether dogs are welcome; dogs are not allowed on some of the walks. To avoid disturbance to farm animals or wildlife, please keep your dog on a lead and under control
- Most walk leaders are volunteers.
- All walks are circular unless stated.
- In poor weather the leader may modify the walk, or in extreme conditions, cancel it.
- A packed lunch may be required; look for the symbol on the walk details. It is advisable to carry a drink.
- Young walkers aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- All those taking part do so at their own risk.