Seven miles of easy flat walking in the Cheshire countryside, just south of Altrincham.  Starting from the excellent Axe and Cleaver pub we will take in the Bridgewater Canal, the Bollin Way, Dunham Massey Hall and deer park, and Dunham golf course.  

The route will cross four stiles, plus two ladder stiles with handrails.  We will cross one major road.  There is a very small chance of flying golf balls.  Most of the walk is on good firm tracks and lanes, but there are a few hundred yards of field paths which can be muddy after recent rain, so good boots and trekking poles are recommended.  Because of livestock and possibly deer I am afraid that this walk is unsuitable for dogs.

The meeting point will be at the Axe and Cleaver pub, School Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham, WA14 4SE.  We will meet at 10am and start walking at 10.15.

From Marple drive to Stockport and join the M60 towards the airport.

Follow the signs for the airport and merge onto the M56 towards Chester.  

After passing the airport take the exit signed M6 and Altrincham.

Stay in the right hand lane.  At the roundabout take the second exit towards Altrincham.

At the next roundabout take the second exit onto the A56 towards Altricham.

At the first set of traffic lights turn left onto Charcoal Rd, B5160.

Drive until you reach the first turn on the right, School Lane.  Turn right.

Follow School Lane until you pass a church on your left.  Shortly after you will see the Axe and Cleaver on your right.

Just after the pub turn right, then sharp right again into the car park. 

Please park at the far end, away from the pub.  We will meet there.

The pub has kindly given us permission to use the car park.  Please buy a drink after the walk.

 

7 miles, moderate