21/09/2018
The 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
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21/09/2018
Join us at the Poachers Inn to meet the team and kick off the Festival.
21/09/2018
For further details visit www.bollyfolk.com or ring 07570 807645
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.
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.
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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
22/09/2018
Walk with experienced local instructor, David Lambert. Nordic Walking poles, not trekking poles, are required.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
22/09/2018
Pieces by Haydn, Beethoven and Shostakovich
For further details visit www.bollingtonartscentre.co.uk
or ring 01625 576402/574435
23/09/2018
From 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.
23/09/2018
Travel 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
23/09/2018
Travel 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
23/09/2018
Enjoy 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.
23/09/2018
Come and enjoy roaming the Bollington countryside while having fun doing a quiz. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
24/09/2018
Lamaload reservoir via Rainow and back via Tower Hill, Kerridge Ridge and White Nancy.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
24/09/2018
Ramble 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
24/09/2018
An 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.
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24/09/2018
A gentle stroll around Prestbury village, with no hills or stiles!
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
25/09/2018
Have 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.
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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
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25/09/2018
See walks programme for details
25/09/2018
Up White Nancy and along Kerridge Ridge, then over to Teggs Nose. Return via Walker Barn and Lamaload reservoir.
Organised by East Cheshire Ramblers.
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25/09/2018
Are 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.
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25/09/2018
Ramble 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.
26/09/2018
Along the road to Pott Shrigley, via the Old Brickworks up on to Bakestonedale Moor, returning via Hedgerow.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
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26/09/2018
A walk to Jenkin Chapel, returning via the Harrop Valley.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
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26/09/2018
A heritage walk along the canal and Middlewood Way, looking at how and why Bollington has changed over the years.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
26/09/2018
Along 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.
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27/09/2018
Along 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.
27/09/2018
A 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
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27/09/2018
An opportunity to enjoy the view walking across the fields to Rainow and back via Oakenbank.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
28/09/2018
For further details visit www.bollyfolk.com or ring 07570 807645
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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
29/09/2018
Through 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.
29/09/2018
Walk 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
29/09/2018
Take a look at mills and old streets and discover why Bollington is here. £2 charge.
Organised by Bollington Civic Society.
30/09/2018
Up to Lyme Park via Sponds Hill, returning via Bakestondale Moor.
Organised by ECOG.
30/09/2018
Enjoy the bucolic landscape of Cheshire as we venture close to Hare Hill Garden via Whiteley Green and Prestbury.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
30/09/2018
Ramble up Kerridge Ridge and return via Rainow and Rainowlow.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
30/09/2018
Discover 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.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
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30/09/2018
A short talk on how to plot walking routes online, followed by a short walk around Bollington using mobile phones.
Organised by the Bridgend Centre.
30/09/2018
Hone your photo techniques on a walk to Kerridge Ridge and White Nancy.
Organised by Bollington Photography Group.
30/09/2018
The 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