Events October 2010

STRIDE – Health Walks in Trafford | Partington Walkers | Louise

Every 3rd Sunday of the month at 10am and every Wednesday at 2pm.

For information contact Louise on 0161 912 3140.

STRIDE – Health Walks in Trafford | 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 or Louise on 0161 912 3140.

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.

Sustainability Week Emma

Monday 4th – Friday 8th October

Varied half-day class workshops on ‘sustainability’, offered in schools. Places limited; first come, first served. Booking essential: 01625 374790.

The Big Draw | Magpie/National Trust

Throughout October

Workshops in community centres, local parks and throughout the area. Details t.b.c. See press or ring 01625 374790. Also see www.nationaltrust.org.uk.

Autumn Time | Dan

Saturday, 16th October | 10.30am – 12.30pm
Macclesfield Riverside Park

Looking at fruits and seeds and how animals respond to the changing season.For details of the watch group and their other activities ring Brian on 01625 504518

Sport endurance bike ride | Cheshire East rangers and Sport Endurance

Saturday, 23rd October | 9 – 11am
Tegg’s Nose Visitor centre SJ950733

Choose from either a 12.5 or 4.5 mile route along bridleways and quiet lanes with wonderful views. Booking essential. Ring Helen on 01270 522485

Wild foods walkabout | Emma

Sunday, 24th October | 2 – 4pm
Rossmill

Join us on a stroll through Rossmill looking for edible treats along the way. Bring ID books if you have them. For more details or to book your place ring Emma on 01625 374790.

Autumn Scavenger Hunt | Cheshire East rangers

Wednesday, 27th October | anytime between 12pm and 2pm
Twinneys Bridge car park, Wilmslow

Come along and see if you can find the hidden treasures of the autumn countryside. Suitable for children (accompanied) between the ages of 5 and 10 years. For more information ring Jan on 01625 504518

Boredom Busters | National Trust

Monday, 25th October – Friday, 29th October | 12pm
Dunham Massey, National Trust

Spooky Halloween Happenings and autumnal fun for the school holidays. See website for full details: www.nationaltrust.org.uk Normal admission applies.

Halloween Happening | Emma/Euan

Saturday 30th October | 5.30 pm – 7.30pm
Macclesfield Riverside Park

Bring pumpkin, knife and nightlight for lantern walk down the Park. Seasonal games, ghost story, spooky dress optional. For under 10’s (accompanied by adult, please). Booking essential: 01625 374790.