The walks calendar for the 2023 festival is available here. A mobile friendly list can be found here.
28/09/2018
Horwich End and Bus to Rainow (9 miles Energetic)
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28/09/2018
Walk 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
Introduction to Nordic Walking (1 hour 30 mins Moderate)
28/09/2018
A 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
Making Tracks to the West (5.5 miles Moderate)
28/09/2018
To 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.
Stroll with East Cheshire Ramblers (4 miles Easy)
28/09/2018
Join 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.
Bollington Folk Club
28/09/2018
For further details visit www.bollyfolk.com or ring 07570 807645
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.