Discover the woodland estate at Quarry Bank

A family walking

Stride out on a summer walk at Quarry Bank and enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of the season. Follow the River Bollin and explore the southern woods to spot seasonal blooms and wildlife.

Summer on the estate

Children walking in their wellies

Top 3 summer walks 

Pull on your walking boots and get ready to stretch your legs. Follow the bubbling River Bollin as flows through though acres of picturesque woodland, and climb up through the valley to see historic bridges, amazing trees and dramatic cliffs and caves.

A Great tit in Quarry Bank gardens at springtime

Spring wildlife at Quarry Bank 

Quarry Bank is buzzing with wildlife in springtime, it’s the perfect place to bring your camera and get closer to nature, as the wildlife here wakes from its winter slumber. Here’s some top nature moments to watch out for.

Staff and volunteers planting trees at Quarry Bank

Our work in the outdoors at Quarry Bank 

Beyond the hustle and bustle of the mill, our team of rangers and volunteers are busy working in all seasons and all weather, caring for the great outdoors at Quarry Bank. Find out about the work they do and the projects we’re involved in to help wildlife and nature thrive.

Matt Baker plants the first saplings in a brand new Countryfile Wood for Plant Britain, in association with the National Trust.

Countryfile Wood at Quarry Bank

In November 2020 the first saplings were planted in a brand new Countryfile Wood at Quarry Bank, which will be open for all to visit. The wood is part of Countryfile’s ‘Plant Britain’ initiative – an ambitious two-year project to inspire the nation to do its bit for the planet and the environment in the face of the challenges of climate change. Over 3600 trees have been planted in the Countryfile Wood at Quarry Bank so far including native broadleaves; oak, birch, hornbeam, sweet chestnut (plus many more native species) to make a classic English lowland wood. This two-year project will continue through to Autumn 2022, with inspirational Spring and Autumn specials of the programme focussed on seasonal planting, as well as Summer and Winter catch-ups to watch this project grow. Keep an eye on our social media channels for more updates on the project.