Hatton walks

Much of interest, including a visit to historic Lymm and an (optional) crossing of the eccentric Penny Ferry.

An easy stroll around the pretty village of Grappenhall, including woodland walks.

Easy walking through woodland and former parkland, with the picturesque valley of Lumb Brook as a highlight.

A varied walk by way of village, canal tunnel, capacious locks and quiet riverside fields.

A simple and pleasant stroll beside the River Weaver, returning along the Trent & Mersey Canal.

A walk through rolling countryside to an impressive viaduct with a straightforward riverside return.

A pleasant stroll around the village including a riverside section within a Community Woodland.

Varied walking through rolling countryside with a scenic stretch along the Weaver Navigation.

A walk along field paths to a neighbouring village, with views over the Weaver valley.

An easy stroll around Lymm’s best-known beauty spot, plus a visit to the historic village centre.

Varied rural walking including contrasting sections of canals that are among England’s youngest and oldest.

Using a part of Lymm Heritage Trail, this circular walk will take you around Lymm Dam. It was created in 1824 by a dam built during the construction of what is now the A56 road.

Two hillforts, mixed walking in farmland and woodland, and rocky outcrops with wide views.

An interesting, level walk around the bird-rich lagoons and reed-beds of Frodsham Marsh – take your binoculars!

A pleasant woodland stroll to a nearby war memorial with fine views over the Mersey Estuary to Liverpool.

An easy, scenic stroll around a popular lake called Pick Mere.

A lengthy walk to a country house and delightful village.

A fairly level bike ride along a converted railway, bridleways and quiet country lanes.

An easy stroll through fields and woods and along the canal towpath.

Visit a magnificent deer park and stately home, with peaceful canalside interludes.

An extended stroll through historic Lymm and round its picturesque wooded lake.

A circular route beginning at Clock Face Park onto Wheatacre Reserve and returning via Colliery Moss.

A circular walk starting from Clock Face park then taking 'Ladies Walk' between Bold New and Old Halls to Bold Heath. The return section includes a disused railway track and The Dream sculpture.

Starting from Burtonwood passing 15c moated Bradlegh Hall on way to Sankey Brook and historic Sankey Canal. The canal, the first in the UK, built to carry coal from Haydock to Liverpool in 1757. Good view of Sankey Viaduct the world's first substantial viaduct built by George Stephenson in 1830 for the world's first intercity rail line. Having completed the canal section the route returns to start.

Starting at Sutton Manor Park visiting The Dream sculpture, Clockface Country Park, Sutton Mill Dam, Brickfields Nature Reserve and Daisyfields Reserve.

Skirting Tabley Hall to the birch woodland of Holford Moss and its intriguing brine wells and lime beds.

An easy stroll visiting a historic house and the site of a former watermill.

An impressive radio telescope and an optional circuit of the beautiful lake at Pickmere.

A moderate mountain-bike ride (or lengthy walk) on roads and woodland tracks within Delamere Forest. Numerous ascents and descents, mostly short but with a couple of steep or uneven sections where inexperienced or young riders may prefer to dismount. Not suitable for road bikes.

A rewarding field and woodland walk to a local landmark with a commanding view over the Mersey estuary.

Two hillforts, mixed walking in farmland and woodland, and rocky outcrops with wide views.

A pleasant stroll around the village and surrounding farmland, with wide views in all directions.

An accessible, easy and varied walk that crosses woods, fields and makes the most of the lovely Whitegate Way. Free parking at Whitegate station and a lovely coffee shop run by volunteers.

Historic buildings and low-lying meadows around The Goshawk.

Fields and wooded stream valleys on the fringes of Delamere Forest.

An easy stroll along quiet lanes and footpaths around The Goshawk.

A short woodland stroll visiting an interesting and atmospheric geological curiosity. Some steep and uneven ground, and mud may be encountered.

A rewarding walk with wide views and a visit to a well-preserved Iron Age fort. Some modest climbs, and occasional mud after rain.

A mixture of woodland and farmland walking, with good views and a visit to a pleasant Cheshire village (no pub). Some modest climbs and occasional rocky ground. Mud after rain.

Taking in the industrial scenery of the River Weaver and its surrounding countryside.

An extended farmland and woodland walk along the Sandstone Trail, with fine views over seven counties!

A short farmland walk featuring a pretty green lane and extensive views to Liverpool and the Clwydian mountains, and an exploration of Kelsall village.

A scenic walk featuring wide views over Kelsall and beyond, and a pretty wooded valley.

A circular walk around Carr Mill Dam, Sankey Valley Canal and Burgy Park.

A circular route crossing Carr Mill via causeway onto a rising farmland section leading to Newton Rd. Extensive views over Mersey Plain, Manchester and Cheshire Heights from this midway point. Return route is via open farmland leading to woodland section back to lakeside.