We are the East Cheshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Meet at Tegg's Nose Reservoir CP, Langley. SK11 0NB SJ 946718
Additional parking In marked bays on Clarke Lane SK11 0NE SJ 946715 pure.together.spenders
Start 10am. 8.4 miles 1824 feet ascent (OS Maps App). We rate the walk Moderate/Strenuous.
This is a circuit of Macclesfield Forest including the ascent of Shutlingsloe.
The route follows the footpath to Tegg's Nose Gate, Hacked Way Lane then forest paths to Forest Chapel, Standing Stone, Buxtor's Hill and Shutlingsloe. Return to CP by forest paths to Nessit Hill, Greenbarn, Ridgegate and Clarke Lane. Lovely views all day long - weather permitting.
0Poles recommended for the steep and wet section from Buxtor's Hill to Shutlingsloe
Don't forget to bring a packed lunch.
No dogs please. Ground-nesting skylarks, lapwings, curlews (and sheep) particularly on Piggford Moor.
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
