The Gritstone Trail in 3 stages using the local train
A three day trail starting at Disley and finishing at Kidsgrove. The route is split to enable either a stopover or return journey from Macclesfield and Congleton. Transport is by rail, starting at Disley Station (possible use of Macclesfield Station and Congleton Station) and terminating at Kidsgrove Station.
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Activity: Walking
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Distance: 83.70 km
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Calculated time: 3 days
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Difficulty: Moderate
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Return to departure point: No
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Vertical gain: + 1,685 m
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Vertical drop: - 1,746 m
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Highest point: 409 m
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Lowest point: 81 m
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District: Disley
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Start: N 53.358162° / W 2.04275°
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End: N 53.086219° / W 2.244627°
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Step by step walk
This walk needs several days, find the details below:
Useful Information
Apart from good strong boots, comfortable but with ankle protection, take waterproofs and wear gaiters if it's wet. Also very useful is this guide from the Cheshire East Council https://bit.ly/30syBw5
Enjoy the walk, the views, the villages and the pubs. Don't rush but keep an eye on the weather and the time. Plan ahead and have alternative routes if you get into difficulties. Don't leave any rubbish and don't damage the environment. Keep to the Country Code and respect the farmers, vegetation, animals and rivers. Don't take any plants or stones home; take photos (they last longer and you can share them). Say hello to fellow walkers and help anyone who needs it. Take care of yourself and make the most of the moment!
Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.
Other walks in the area
Stage 1 of the Gritstone Trail - Disley to Macclesfield
Departure from Disley (Cheshire East)
The Gritstone Trail runs for 56 km through the Cheshire countryside, west of the Peak District, from Disley to Kidsgrove. This first stage starts at Disley Station, goes through Lime Park and up to the Bow Stones, over Sponds Hill (410m), past Bollington and on to the Saddle of Kerridge (over White Nancy), Tegg's Nose and down to Langley. At this point, this route leaves the trail to drop down to Macclesfield past The Hollins.
Disley, the Bowstones and Bramhall
Departure from Disley (Cheshire East)
A route around the hills surrounding Lyme Park and finishing with a delightful section of Ladybrook valley to Bramhall. The regular (twice hourly) between the train stations makes this a viable point-to-point walk.
Black Rocks & Bollinhurst Reservoir from Disley
Departure from Disley (Cheshire East)
This is a nice short walk offering wonderful views. The seasonal colour changes of the countryside make this Cheshire walk worth repeating during the year. The route starts from Disley and climbs onto Black Rocks offering some great views.
Lyme Park
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
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.
Jackson’s Brickworks
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
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.
Two Canal Walk
Departure from Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Sample both the Macclesfield and Peak Forest Canals, returning via Disley Golf Course.
The Disley Lanes from Lyme Park
Departure from Kettleshulme and Lyme Handley (Cheshire East)
This Cheshire walk explores Lyme Park and the lanes around Disley. Most of the route is within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park. It visits Lyme Cage prior to leaving the park. It then proceeds along quiet lanes before returning to the park. The Cage dominates the walk as it is rarely out of sight.
Dale Top (Park Moor) from Lyme Park
Departure from Kettleshulme and Lyme Handley (Cheshire East)
Lyme Park in Cheshire is popular with visitors yet this walk explores quiet paths and tracks to the south of the Country Park. Navigation is generally easy and the reward for your efforts are some fine views.
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