Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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209 m

Alderley Edge Mines

Highlight • Cave

The caves in Alderley Edge are the remains of minework that was carried out here from as early as the Roman and Brone Ages! Written records show that mining continued …

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749 m

Druid's Circle

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Druid's Circle dates back to the 18th century and comprises of a series of sandstone blocks that were built as a folly. The circle is situated in the woods between Stormy Point and the Beacon.

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901 m

Stormy Point is a rocky outcrop providing a fantastic viewpoint overlooking the north-eastern slopes of Alderley Edge. The viewpoint makes a great place to sit and catch your breath whilst enjoying breathtaking views across to the Pennines.

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1.35 km

The Wishing Well on The Edge

Highlight • Natural

The Wishing Well is one nine suspected wells found on The Edge. It is situated beneath a rock that creates a flow of water into a trough set into the …

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2.02 km

Wizard's Well

Highlight • Natural

Wizard's Well is a hidden gem and a local legend of Alderley Edge. There are many varying stories of the happenings at Wizard's Well but one suggests that a band …

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2.26 km

View from Alderley Edge

Highlight • Natural Monument

Enjoy terrific views toward Manchester and to the hills of Cheshire's Peak District from 'The Edge', a dramatic red sandstone escarpment standing tall in the Cheshire Plains.

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3.24 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.11 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.01 km

227 m

Elevation

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Alderley Edge Mines

Druid's Circle

View from Stormy Point

The Wishing Well on The Edge

Wizard's Well

View from Alderley Edge

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