A wonderful day to visit Chadkirk, with the woods in their autumn colours looking glorious in the sunshine. This area offers so much, combining the outstanding natural beauty of the river Goyt valley with a huge amount to see of historical interest. This is justifiably regarded as one of the area’s top walks. Thanks to our lovely group of walkers for making this such an enjoyable afternoon.

The beautiful River Goyt at Chadkirk
Our walkers at the amazing ‘flight of locks’ at Marple
The famous 1795 Marple Aqueduct carrying the Peak Forest Canal over the river Goyt 100 feet below
The impressive 1861 Marple railway viaduct with the aqueduct visible between the arches
Friendly horses at Lower Watermeetings Farm
Saint Chad is believed to have founded a monastery here some 1500 years ago. Our group posing with a monk!
Inspecting gravestones at Chadkirk chapel. Some date back to around 1750.

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