Events May 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.

Bluebell walks | National Trust

Tues, 3rd to Sun, 8th May | Quarry bank Mill

Wander into the bluebell woods with the estate wardens to find out about this impressive, yet threatened plant. Normal admission charge applies. For further details look at the website: www.quarrybankmill.org.uk or ring 01625 445845

Dawn Chorus and Barbeque breakfast | Tina

Sat 7th May, 06.00 – 08.00 (6 – 8am) | Tinkers Clough, Bollington

Family walk with Macclesfield Wildlife Explorers (RSPB junior wing); then Bar-B-Q breakfast. Booking essential: Email explorers@macclesfieldrspb.org.uk

Spring clean litter pick | Friends of the Carrs

Sat, 7th May 14.00 – 16.00 (2 – 4 pm) | The Carrs, Wilmslow

Help getting the Carrs looking good for the summer at this spring clean event run by Friends of the Carrs and Cheshire East rangers. Gloves and equipment available on the day. Ring 01625 374790 for more details.

Go Batty! | National Trust

Fri, 13th; Fri, 20th May, 5pm and 7.30 pm | Quarry Bank Mill

Find out about the night-time residents of Quarry bank Mill along the River Bollin, listening to the different bat species living around the Styal estate. Booking essential, normal admission charge applies plus £5 for adults and £2.50 for children (includes a Bat biscuit!). For further details look at the website: www.quarrybankmill.org.uk or ring 01625 445845.

Tytherington Historical Walk | Roger

Sun, 15th May 13.00 – 16.00 (1 – 4pm) | Macclesfield Riverside Park

An 8km (5 mile) stroll around Tytherington visiting historical gems hidden amongst recent housing developments. For details ring 01625 511086

Geology at Tegg’s Nose | CEC rangers/Cheshire RIGS

Sun 16th May Anytime from 11.00am - 15.00pm | Tegg’s Nose visitor centre.

Geological walks at 12.00pm and 2pm will tell the area’s story. Join the rangers in the visitor centre to have fun making fossil casts and looking at rocks, minerals and fossils. Ring 01625 614279 for further details.