Events July 2011

STRIDE – Health Walks in Trafford | Heather

Health Walks are short led walks of up to an hour intended for people not used to walking much. For information on all Health Walk schemes in Trafford ring Heather on 0161 912 3140.

Other walking groups in the Trafford area are:

Partington Walkers | Every 3rd Sunday of the month at 10am and every Wednesday at 2pm

For information contact Annette on 0161 775 3229.

Trafford Walkers | Walks each week alternating between Saturday and Sunday.

In addition, coach trips, camping and hostel walks arranged. For information contact Mike Graves on 0161 865 5252.

Walking the way to health - Wilmslow | Victoria

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday throughout the year.

Short, led walks for anyone new to walking or who hasn't walked for some time. Ring 01625 612958 for details.

Walking the way to health - Macclesfield | Victoria

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday throughout the year.

Short, led walks for anyone new to walking or looking to enjoy beautiful countryside with a friendly outgoing group. Lifts may be available. Ring 01625 612958 for details.

A walk along the wildlife corridor | Peter Dowse

Wed, 6th July | 10am – 12.30pm
Macclesfield Riverside Park

Join Cheshire East rangers on a 3-4 mile easy walk along the footpaths of the Bollin Valley and Middlewood Way looking at the wildlife that use these green spaces. BOOKING AND PAYMENT IN ADVANCE IS ESSENTIAL. For further details ring 01625 504 505

Teddy Bear's Picnic | National Trust

Sat, 9th July 2011 12:00pm and Sun, 10th July 12:00pm
Dunham Massey, National Trust

Bring your favourite teddy bear and a picnic to the Garden today, with games, storytelling and a brass bandPrice: Free event (normal admission charges apply) For further details look at the website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

The Living river | Cheshire East rangers

Sat, 16th July | 10am – 12.30pm
Parish Hall, the Carrs, Wilmslow

Join the rangers for a look at how the river works and the wildlife living in it. BOOKING AND PAYMENT IN ADVANCE IS ESSENTIAL. For further details ring 01625 504 505

Middlewood Way Open Day |

Sun, 17th July | 11.30am to 4.30pm
Higher Poynton Station, Higher Poynton (follow signs for parking)

This friendly country fair has something for everyone, and entry is Free! (parking £2) Entertainment on the stage throughout the day, craft demonstrations, plants for sale, circus skills and the amazing birds of prey display. For details ring: 01625 504528

Five Arts in the Forest | /Magpie

Week commencing 18th July
Macclesfield Forest

Week of arts activities in the forest for schools. Joint event with MAGPIE. Ring for details: 01625 374790.

Tegg’s Nose Bilberry Pick | Cheshire East rangers

Sat, 23rd July | 10am – 1pm
Tegg’s Nose Visitor Centre.

Healthy, organic, tasty and free. All you need is a container to get picking. A fun family super fruit pick. Be prepared for very blue fingers.For more details ring: 01625 614279

Carrs Balsam Bash | Friends of the Carrs/Emma

Sun 24th July | 14.00 – 16.00 (2 – 4pm)
Wilmslow, Parish Hall car park.

Help clear invasive Himalayan Balsam from the river banks. Wear stout shoes or wellies and waterproofs; gloves provided. Joint event with Friends of the Carrs and Cheshire East Rangers. Details 01625 374790.

Edwardian Garden Party | National Trust

Sat, 30th July 12:00pm and Sun, 31st July 2011 12:00pm
Dunham Massey, National Trust

Bring a picnic and celebrate this elegant era in style. Family fun with a brass band, Punch & Judy, circus workshop and croquet Free event (normal admission charges apply) for further details look at the website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Balsam Bashing on the Bollin.

Himalayan Balsam is an invasive plant that was brought over from Asia in the Victorian era. It is highly invasive, outcompeting native species and has colonised our river corridors. This year the Bollin Valley Partnership is running a series of balsam bashing events. Help us to control this threat to our wildlife by joining in on one of the following events. Ring Emma on 01625 374790 for details on how to get involved in your local area.

Fri, 1st July | 10.00 – 15.00 (10 – 3pm) | Emma
Rossmill

Sat, 2nd July | 10.00 – 12.00 | All partners
The Carrs, Wilmslow

Join us for a celebration of all the hard work and a look at what we’ve achieved.