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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.

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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

Meet at Beech Lane bus stop (opposite Summerlee Close), Macclesfield, (915746) in time to catch the 391 bus at 9:30. Park in Riverside Park car park (free, toilets) and bring bus pass or fare. Take the bus to the Miners' Arms (Wood Lanes) arriving at 10:01 then walk back via Birchencliff, Bakestonedale moor, Gausie Brow, Rainowlow, Savio house and the Middlewood Way. 

ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED - If you plan to join this walk please text Paul on 07879 446906.

Packed lunch.  No dogs please.

Thursday, 2 April 2026
Meeting time:
9:25 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
426.7m / 1400ft
Type:
linear

PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE ON THE DAY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE WALK. NB Finish times are intended as a guide only.  Ramblers Association recommends that all walkers carry ICE (in case of emergency) information.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SJ 91513 74497
Nearest postcode:
SK10 2XZ
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Meeting time:
9:25 am

Meet at Beech Lane bus stop (opposite Summerlee Close), Macclesfield, in time to catch the 391 bus at 9:30. Park in Riverside Park car park (free, toilets) and bring bus pass or fare.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 93638 81719
Nearest postcode:
SK10 4PE
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Start time:
10:00 am

Bus stop near to Miners' Arms, Wood Lanes, SK10 4PF

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SJ 91487 74584
Nearest postcode:
SK10 2SL
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Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm

Beech Lane, Macclesfield - junction with Beechwood Mews

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