Walks by theurbanwanderer
MediaCity to Deansgate by towpath
Salford, Greater Manchesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
55 minutes / 6.8km 111An easy walk meandering the towpath from MediaCityUK to Deansgate via canal. Well laid paths, small hills with cobbles & a pub on the route.
Canal trail to the Trafford Centre
Castlefield, Greater Manchesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
2hr 25m / 9km 73Ever wondered whether you can walk to the Trafford Centre? Well, you can! Take a canals side wander from Castlefield via some city icons! 
Macc Forest & Ridgegate Reservoir
Wildboarclough, Cheshire Eastby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
2hr 15m / 10.4km 71A hilly forest walk in Wildboarclough down to the reservoir & back up again. Views towards Tegg’s Nose, the quarry & reservoirs.
Reddish Vale Country Park
Stockport, Greater Manchesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
1hr 30m / 4.5km 62Countryside jaunt with viaduct views, nature and a walk over the M60 motorway (safely!) Explore & learn fun facts about this great park! 
Urban Nature at the River Park
Port Sunlight, Wirralby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
45 minutes / 2.3km 54This unusual hill has more to offer than you’d think. Views of Liverpool & lots of nature. A hilly paved walk the whole family can enjoy. 
Art & views at YSP
Yorkshire Sculpture Parkby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
3hr 35m / 6km 45Art & countryside at the “gallery without walls”. Take a stroll around the Bretton Estate to discover sculpture in a different kind of show! 
Ramble the Roman City Walls
Chester, Cheshire West and Chesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
1hr 5m / 3km 43Discover the history & legends of the city with a wander around the city walls, with the added bonus of waterside fun & views over to Wales! 
Willaston Mill Lane Circular Walk
Willaston, Cheshire West and Chesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
45 minutes / 3km 42This circular walk is lovely in all seasons & weather. With small hills, field views, historic features & far glimpses of Liverpool. 
Church Wood walk at Rivacre Valley
Little Sutton, Cheshire West and Chesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
20 minutes / 0.9km 41A short little gem of a woodland walk in Little Sutton. Kids will love stomping in the mud and adults will enjoy the fresh air and trees. 
Walk to Cheshire Oaks via the canal
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West and Chesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
2hr 15m / 7.5km 41Skip the Cheshire Oaks traffic by walking there from the National Waterways Museum along the Shropshire Union Canal & back again. 
Discover Mcr: City Statue Trail
North Central Manchester, Greater Manchesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
1 hour / 3.9km 39From bikes to American Presidents, metal trees & stones. Manchester has a wealth of history & heritage hidden in the city’s public statues. 
Easy stroll around Birkenhead Park
Birkenhead, Merseysideby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
25 minutes / 1.2km 39A short walk around the iconic Birkenhead Park, taking in the historical buildings & lake. A great place for the kids and dogs too. 
Park to park through the Curry Mile
Manchester, Greater Manchesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
35 minutes / 1.9km 38Two city parks & a wander through the bright lights, delicious smells & vibrant atmosphere of the famous Curry Mile. 
Liverpool lights from New Brighton
New Brighton, Merseysideby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
1hr 20m / 6.9km 34Dark evenings don’t have to be the end of walking. New Brighton offers a safe, light & fun walk with views over to the lights of Liverpool. 
Portland Basin Museum by towpath
Sportcity, Greater Manchesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
3hr 35m / 14.9km 28Take to the towpath & meander your way up the Ashton Canal from the Man City ground to the Portland Basin Museum. 
History, art & seaside snacks
Blackpool, Lancashireby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
1hr 20m / 7.6km 27Walk the promenade to learn about the history & art of Blackpool front, while enjoying the seaside vibe. Don’t worry, it involves chips! 
Uni circular refresher walk
Chester, Cheshire West and Chesterby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
1hr 45m / 5.4km 25A walk around Chester, Cheshire West and Chester 
After dark wander in West Kirby
West Kirby, Merseysideby theurbanwanderer
by theurbanwanderer
20 minutes / 1.2km 20Blow away the cobwebs with this easy, short, linear walk. Maybe do it a couple of times. A safe after dark wander for all the family.
