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East Cheshire Group

We are the East Cheshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

WALK DETAILS CHANGED DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST Note different start point and shorter walk distance. Please also check ECR website Notice Board on Monday for potential cancellation. 

 Route: Quarry Bank Mill - Styal Village - no through road (Altrincham Road) past Lode Hill, Norcliffe Farm and Oversley Lodge Farm - Airport Perimeter Path - Airport Hotel - Airport Tunnel - Perimeter path - Wood Lane - Woodend Lane - North Cheshire Way - Bollin House Farm - Morley - Bank House Farm - Quarry Bank Mill. 

Parts of the route including muddy sections may be icy on Monday. We shall take our time. Mix of tracks, bridleways, minor roads and field paths. Muddy/icy in places; poles may be helpful. As it is close to the Airport, it will be noisey! 

Please bring drink and packed lunch. Please bring ICE information (e.g. reverse side of newer RA membership cards).

Monday, 5 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.4km / 8.3mi
Ascent:
182.9m / 600ft
Type:
circular

PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE ON THE DAY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE WALK. NB Finish times are intended as a guide only. You do not need to book a place on this walk. Ramblers Association recommends that all walkers carry ICE (in case of emergency) information

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 83449 82945
Nearest postcode:
SK9 4LA
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Start time:
10:00 am

Quarry Bank Mill. Car Park is free. We shall meet outside the shop in the Mill Yard a few minutes walk downhill from the car park. There are also toilets in the Mill Yard. SatNav directions (from National Trust): Use SK9 4HP and follow brown heritage signs. WHAT3WORDS ///teeth.fine.dress

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking