Stockport walks

A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.

A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.

Along the Goyt to a historic half-timbered farmhouse, returning via the Peak Forest Canal and Chadkirk.

A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.

A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.

A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.

This rewarding dérive reveals the B side of our heritage and culture, an antidote to the country walk, and one which for many folk is right on their doorstep. It explores the unique post-occupancy landscape of a Northern town where the rot has set in, viewing iconic heritage sights from the relative safety of the pavement.

A route that takes in the delights of the countryside surrounding Lyme Park

A surprisingly varied route visiting a former industrial site now converted to a popular nature reserve, and sampling both the Macclesfield Canal and Middlewood Way.

Sample both the Macclesfield and Peak Forest Canals, returning via Disley Golf Course.

Lyme Park is administered by the National Trust. The grounds are free to enter on foot, but a fee must be paid to enter the house.

Lovely walk from Ladybrook Valley to Lockgate Farm along Macclesfield Canal.

The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The original march. Just beautiful in so many ways. The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

Canal towpath and riverside walking in a wildlife-rich rural oasis, including a local nature reserve.

Follow the Trans-Pennine Trail to a popular local landmark with extensive views.

Wide views, interesting corners, and a quiet stretch of canal towpath with a spooky tunnel.

Varied walking in the Goyt valley, plus a visit to Mellor Cross, with views to Kinder Scout and the Cheshire Plain.

Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.

Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.

Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.

Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.

Circular walk from Woodford Church passing by woods and fields.

This short walk begins at Yew Tree Farm at the end of Bolshaw Road. Follow the path through Styal Golf Course and cross the railway bridge towards Beech Farm.