Despite all odds we made it for an amazing day out with the fantastic people who joined. The Manchester weather even came to our aid to provide, wonderful views down over the city of Manchester, the ‘Cage’ towering over the surrounding countryside and the spectacular Italianate facade of the Hall itself.

Today we even got free access to the gardens.

Join us for our next visit again in late spring when the gardens are ablaze with colour.

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HIGHLIGHTS – Alderley Edge 12th July 2025

Alderley Edge is a magical place worth a visit at any time of the year. Full of natural beauty in its woods and rocks, it has much to explore of

HIGHLIGHTS – Styal Country Park 12th October 2025

Wonderful to meet so many lovely new people and catch up with returning friends on our walk at Styal. Even on such a murky day this walk offers so much:

HIGHLIGHTS – Bramhall Park and Ladybrook Valley 6 April 2025

Perfect weather for walking today. And how wonderful, at a time of such tension in the world, to see young people from 11 different countries happily enjoying our beautiful countryside