The walks calendar for the 2023 festival is available here. A mobile friendly list can be found here.
Events in September 2021
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Nordic Walk (6 miles Energetic)
Nordic Walk (6 miles Energetic)
25/09/2021
Join David Lambert and use your Nordic skills and poles to explore Kerridge, Cliff Hill, Swanscoe and Kerridge. Bring a drink and your walking poles. Booking required.Organised by Bridgend Centre.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BEOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Working Up a Thirst to Macclesfield (10 miles Strenuous)Working Up a Thirst to Macclesfield (10 miles Strenuous)
25/09/2021
A circuitous route in the hills surrounding Bollington, hopefully finishing at the RedWillow brewery in Macclesfield; otherwise a few pub visits. Return late afternoon via the Rainow bus to Pool Bank car park. Booking required.Organised by Bollington Real Ale Ramblers.
Pool Bank car parkPalmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
The Bee Happy Plus (5 miles Energetic)The Bee Happy Plus (5 miles Energetic)
25/09/2021
We'll take in part of Bridgend Heritage Trail No. 1 as we go up Long Lane to Styperson Pool and down to Whiteley Green. Then a more circuitous route home via Lowerhouse and the canal.Organised by Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PW -
Waterways of the Western Peak (20 miles Very strenuous)
Waterways of the Western Peak (20 miles Very strenuous)
26/09/2021Exploring north-eastern waterways, we'll climb from Harrop Brook to Charles Head, follow Todd Brook to Whaley Bridge, the River Goyt and the Torrs, and return along the Peak Forest and Macclesfield canals.Organised by Long Distance Walkers' Association.
Pool Bank car parkPalmerston StreetSK10 5PWMayor's Boundary Walk (8 miles Energetic)Mayor's Boundary Walk (8 miles Energetic)
26/09/2021Come and join the Town Mayor on the annual Boundary Walk, which contains both flat and hilly sections. Please bring a packed lunch; there will be a lunch stop. This is a circular route starting and ending at the Town Hall.Organised by Bollington Town Council.
Town HallWellington RoadSK10 5JRPubs Old and New (6.75 miles Moderate)Pubs Old and New (6.75 miles Moderate)
26/09/2021Pubs have always been popular in Bollington! This is a walk past some of those buildings in Bollington, Kerridge and Whiteley Green used as public houses both past and present. There won't be time to sample the wares of those still open, but there will be the opportunity to retire to the Vale afterwards, so for that reason we won't be stopping for lunch during the walk. We'll walk up to Kerridge Ridge but there's nothing too technical or hilly. Booking required.Organised by Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Photography Walk (3 miles Moderate)Photography Walk (3 miles Moderate)
26/09/2021Bring your camera to explore paths to Ingersley Vale, Savio House, High Cliff, Waulkmill Farm and the side of Kerridge ridge. Hints and tips given!Organised by Bollington Photography Group.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BE -
KRIV Walk (4.5 miles Energetic)
KRIV Walk (4.5 miles Energetic)
27/09/2021A gentle ramble through fields below Kerridge Ridge and one long climb from Kerridge End up to the trig point, visiting some of the KRIV work sites in Ingersley Vale and on the ridge.Organised by KRIV.
Poachers Inn95 Ingersley RoadSK10 5REPaul's Perambulation (8 miles Strenuous)Paul's Perambulation (8 miles Strenuous)
27/09/2021Due to a change in leader this walk is slightly different to that originally advertised.Lead now by Chris, it will be 8 miles heading to Rainow from the Cotton Tree and returning via Ely Brow.
Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
Bus terminus by Cotton Tree3-5 Ingersley RoadSK10 5RECanal History and Wildlife (4 miles Easy)Canal History and Wildlife (4 miles Easy)
27/09/2021Along the canal towards Grimshaw Lane and on to Kerridge. At Clarke Lane we will leave the canal and walk back up the Middlewood Way to Whitely Green and back on to the canal. returning to Clarence Mill.Organised by Canal and River Trust.
Discovery CentreClarence MillClarence RoadSK10 5JZEn Plein Air Art Walk (2 miles Easy)En Plein Air Art Walk (2 miles Easy)
27/09/2021A short walk to a picturesque spot where we'll have around two hours to sketch some of the buildings and lovely views of Bollington. Basic materials will be provided, but you're welcome to bring your own. You might also like to bring a lightweight camping chair. If the weather proves inclement we'll have an indoor sketching session. Booking required.Organised by Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
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Children's Bear Hunt (0.5 miles Easy)
Children's Bear Hunt (0.5 miles Easy)
28/09/2021Have a story in the library, then go on a Bear Hunt outdoors before returning inside for refreshments and rhymes! Suitable for the under-5s plus their grown-ups: £2 per child.Organised by Bollington Library.
Bollington LibraryPalmerston StreetSK10 5JXCPRE Peak Boundary Walk - Stage 19 (9.5 miles Strenuous)CPRE Peak Boundary Walk - Stage 19 (9.5 miles Strenuous)
28/09/2021Coinciding with the publication of the revised Peak District Boundary Walk (PDBW) guidebook, the staff of the countryside charity CPRE will lead stage 19 of the Walk. Hear about the work of CPRE and history of the PDBW along the way. Undulating mix of field paths, lanes and parkland, and canal from Bollington to Whaley Bridge. This is a linear walk, so you'll need to get yourself back to the start (or home) from Whaley Bridge. Details on public transport available on the walking festival website. See www.cprepdsy.org.uk/discover/pdbw-stage-19 for more details.Organised by CPRE.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PWWalking for Confidence (3 miles Easy)Walking for Confidence (3 miles Easy)
28/09/2021A walk to encourage your confidence, mainly on the flat, apart from two sets of steps, and some off road. Slow-paced and mindful. Bring a drink and waterproofs. We'll finish at Café Waterside for those who'd like food or drink. Guide dogs only. Booking required.Organised by Bollington Medical Centre.
Adlington Road car parkAdlington RoadSK10 5JTOnline ticket sales for this event are closed.
Kerridge Ramble with the East Cheshire Rangers (4 miles Energetic)Kerridge Ramble with the East Cheshire Rangers (4 miles Energetic)
28/09/2021An energetic walk exploring some of the hidden paths of Kerridge and the ridge. Hopefully we'll see some bats at the end of the walk. Please wear sturdy boots and waterproofs. A torch and binoculars may be useful!Organised by Cheshire East Rangers.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BE -
Sensory Walk (2 miles Easy)
Sensory Walk (2 miles Easy)
29/09/2021Are 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 you can buy drinks and snacks. Booking required; contact 01625 422602.Organised by East Cheshire Eye Society.
Café WatersideClarence MillClarence RoadSK10 5JZWaterways, Woods and Wonderful Views (9 miles Strenuous)Waterways, Woods and Wonderful Views (9 miles Strenuous)
29/09/2021A varied walk that takes in lots of local features, with lovely views. We start along the Middlewood Way and the canal, and climb up over the fields to Dale Top and Sponds Hill, taking it at a steady pace with pauses to admire the views across to Manchester and Lyme Park. Return to Bollington along the lovely Harrop Valley.Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
Adlington Road car parkAdlington RoadSK10 5JTA Pootle around Prestbury (4.5 miles Moderate)A Pootle around Prestbury (4.5 miles Moderate)
29/09/2021A relaxed exploration of the pleasant village of Prestbury from Bollington Cross, including fields, a golf course and Prestbury churchyard. Please note that we will be crossing the busy Silk Road at one point.Organised by Bridgend Centre.
Bollington Community CentreOvenhouse LaneBollington, SK10 5EZ -
Day 2 of the Gritstone Trail (Bollington to Langley) (10 miles Strenuous)
Day 2 of the Gritstone Trail (Bollington to Langley) (10 miles Strenuous)
30/09/2021We'll follow the Gritstone Trail along Kerridge Ridge to Rainow and across open farmland to Teggs Nose. We'll pass through varied scenery and terrain, including pretty woodland (you may hear woodpeckers), leading us to Langley, along the Hollins, past a residential area, a short stretch of canal towpath and back through farmland. Total ascent 530m.Organised by Bridgend Centre.
Jackson Lane, near the car parkJackson LaneSK10 5BEWalkers' Picnic (7 miles Energetic)Walkers' Picnic (7 miles Energetic)
30/09/2021Bring your picnic lunch, and let's enjoy the pastoral landscape between Bollington and Adlington. Return via Whiteley Green and Butley Town.Organised by Bridgend Centre.
Bridgend Centre104 Palmerston StreetSK10 5PW
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.