Macclesfield Road, Nether Alderley, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 4UB

Alderley Edge Woodland Walk

route · Woodland walk

Place photograph

7.1

Wildland

Half day

Time

Check

Cost

Atmospheric

Feel

WoodlandHillsValleyWalkersHistory loversPhotographers

Why it's Wildland

7.1

A sandstone escarpment above the Cheshire Plain, where woodland paths pass historic mining remains and reach a high point associated with a Bronze Age burial mound and beacon.

Alderley Edge combines a distinctive sandstone edge and wide views with woodland, mining remains and a local legend. The steep, stepped terrain makes it a more demanding visit than a simple woodland stroll.

Atmospheric · Dramatic · Ancient-feeling

Find your way

Open map

Macclesfield Road, Nether Alderley, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 4UB

Opening map…

Explore around here Get directions

Know this place a little better?

Add photos Add video Add a waypoint Improve information Report a change

The experience

Follow the woodland paths towards the sandstone escarpment for views across the Cheshire Plain towards the Peak District. Allow time for steep and stepped sections, and look out for historic mining remains. Longer waymarked routes are described, but exact route details should be checked before setting out.

Things to do

Take in the sandstone escarpment

Reach the edge for views across the Cheshire Plain towards the Peak District, as described by the supplied route source.

Look for historic mining remains

The woodland-walk source identifies historic mining remains along the landscape; it does not specify individual features or their locations.

Visit the high point associated with a Bronze Age mound

The source describes the Edge’s highest point as a Bronze Age burial mound later used as a beacon. Exact location and access details are not provided.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · 1–2 hours; route length and timing not verified

The edge and the view

01
Start from Alderley Edge and follow a suitable path towards the sandstone escarpment.
02
Pause at the edge for the countryside views.
03
Return by a path appropriate to current conditions; check route details before setting out.

Half day · Half day; exact route duration not verified

Woodland, escarpment and mining remains

01
Use the National Trust car park at Alderley Edge, checking current parking arrangements.
02
Follow a waymarked woodland route towards the escarpment.
03
Look for the mining remains mentioned in the route information.
04
Allow time for the steep and stepped terrain and the views from the edge.

Verified history

The supplied woodland-walk source describes a Bronze Age burial mound at the Edge’s highest point, later used as a beacon, and mentions historic mining remains. It does not provide dates or further detail about the mining history.

Folklore & legend

The woodland-walk source says the area is tied to a local Alderley Edge legend but does not give the story. Treat any specific version as folklore unless supported by further evidence.

When to go

· Countryside is listed as open from dawn to dusk. No preferred time is evidenced.

The supplied sources do not establish a best season.

Check conditions before visiting; the National Trust notes steep terrain and steps. No further weather-specific guidance is evidenced.

The route

duration: More than 3 hours is stated by the supplied Tripadvisor listing; individual route distance and duration are not given.
difficulty: Steep terrain and steps; most of the countryside is not suitable for wheelchairs.
waymarking: Waymarked trails are described; exact markings and routes should be checked.
start point: Alderley Edge; exact trailhead not specified.
parking start: National Trust car park at Alderley Edge, Macclesfield Road, SK10 4UB. Check current charges and access.

Sandstone escarpment with views across the Cheshire Plain towards the Peak District
Woodland paths
Historic mining remains
High point associated with a Bronze Age burial mound later used as a beacon

What to look for

01
The sandstone escarpment and its views across the Cheshire Plain
02
historic mining remains
03
the high point associated with a Bronze Age burial mound later used as a beacon.

The story

Historic mining remains; a Bronze Age burial mound later used as a beacon.

Best time to go

Not specified by the supplied sources; check conditions before visiting.

The supplied sources do not identify a particular season or time of day as best. Countryside opening is listed as dawn to dusk; check current conditions and access information.

How long to spend

Half day

Perfect for

Walkers · History lovers · Photographers

Route at a glance

Duration

Half day

Terrain

Woodland, Hills

Parking / start

National Trust car park at Alderley Edge, Macclesfield Road, SK10 4UB. The supplied National Trust source lists charges of £5 for up to four hours and £8 all day for non-members; members park free with registration. Check current details before setting out.

Before you go

Google Maps

Address

Macclesfield Rd, Macclesfield SK10 4UB

Google rating

4.2 · 6 reviews

Practical information

Opening & access

National Trust countryside is listed as open from dawn to dusk. Paths include steps and steep terrain; check current access information before travelling.

Check before visiting

Parking

Check before visiting

Toilets

Toilets are listed at Alderley Edge; check current availability.

Check before visiting

Food & drink

An independent, locally run tea room is listed at Alderley Edge; check current availability.

Check before visiting

Dogs

Dogs are allowed. Keep them on a short lead around livestock, ground-nesting birds and where signs indicate; take responsibility for dog waste.

Accessibility