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Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside

Dramatic red sandstone escarpment, with impressive views

Macclesfield Road, Nether Alderley, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4UB

The view across the countryside from the sandstone escarpment of Alderley Edge, Cheshire. There are rocks and trees at the edge of a steep descent, and countryside stretches ahead towards the horizon.

Planning your visit

Visitors walking through the sheltered valley at Lockeridge Dene and Piggledene, near Marlborough, Wiltshire
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Visiting Alderley Edge with your dog 

Alderley Edge is a one pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome at all Cheshire and Wirral countryside sites. Find out how to keep your dog and local wildlife safe and more.

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Project

Discover the Invisible Worlds App 

A new app is now available to download, that will bring the Legend of Alderley Edge to life for visitors to the iconic Cheshire location.

Two visitors exploring the garden in spring at Quarry Bank, Cheshire

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