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Countryside and woodland in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

From deer parks and grand estates to the rolling countryside and woodland, there is plenty of space for an adventure in Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

Countryside and woodland to visit in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Wander through winding paths, listen to nature’s calls and discover far-reaching views of distant horizons in a woodland near you.

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Dunham Massey 

Get some fresh air in Dunham Massey's historic deer park. Walk along the leafy avenues and admire the far-reaching views.

Visitors walking in the parkland with view of the Birdcage in the distance at Lyme Park
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Lyme 

Explore over 1,400 acres of landscape at Lyme, including thriving wildlife and some of the best views in Cheshire. There have been red deer on the estate for over 600 years.

The River Bollin in Southern Woods at Quarry Bank Mill, Cheshire
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Discover the woodland at Quarry Bank 

Pull on your walking boots and stride out on a walk through the 400-acre estate. Follow the river through woodland to discover a historic landscape, bursting with wildlife.

2 women enjoying an intermediate walk around the estate
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Alderley Edge 

Discover what makes Alderley Edge so special, from its wildlife to its areas of historical significance. The woodland here is home to a wide variety of birds, including flycatcher, redstart, nuthatch, tree creeper, green and great spotted woodpecker, goldcrest and bullfinch.

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.
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Cheshire and Wirral Countryside 

Discover the beauty of Cheshire’s countryside on a stroll through its woodlands, see rich birdlife on its marshes and explore historical sites such as the folly at Mow Cop.

View of the Mansion from the parkland with fallow deer, Tatton Park, Cheshire
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Tatton Park 

With 1,000 acres of parkland, there’s plenty to do on the Tatton Park estate. See the variety of wildlife or practise a range of outdoor activities.

Wildflowers and meadows

Discover the stories behind some famous wildflowers, find out why they’re so important for the environment, and learn what to keep your eyes out for.

Wildflower meadow including oxeye daisies at Holnicote Estate, Somerset
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Wild flowers in Britain 

Discover the stories behind some famous British wild flowers and how wildflower meadows support important species from butterflies to bees.

Common spotted orchid seen at Collard Hill in Somerset
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Seven things to spot in a summer meadow 

Discover what wildlife and wildflowers you can see in meadows this summer, including butterflies, grasshoppers, moths and orchids.

Countryside and woodland near Cheshire

Three walkers going through a gate on the path up to Scafell Pike

Countryside in the Lake District 

Explore the Lake District's majestic mountains – among them Scafell Pike, the tallest in England – ancient woodland, hidden waterfalls, rugged coastline and, of course, its many lakes. You might even spot a red squirrel, roe deer or bird of prey.

A sunlit beach and cliffs at Boggle Hole near Robin Hood's Bay with a view towards Ravenscar. A wide expanse of rippled sand dotted with pools and rocks in the foreground, with cliffs on the right, curving into a rocky headland topped with green fields in the distance.

Coast and countryside in Yorkshire 

Discover the many opportunities to stretch your legs and explore the coast and countryside across Yorkshire – whether you fancy a gentle stroll through a deer park, a refreshing hike in the Dales or scenic route along a coastal path.

Young family and dog walking around still lake with autumn trees reflected in the lake

Countryside and woodland in Wales 

Explore dramatic and beautiful valleys, ancient woodlands and river walks or have an adventure through the wild Welsh mountains and visit some of the country’s most iconic peaks.

View of Mam Tor from Winnats Pass, Derbyshire

Countryside and woodland in the Peak District and Derbyshire 

Find out about the extensive countryside and woodland places to explore in the Peak District and Derbyshire, from rugged peaks to wide expanses of moorland.

Visitors walking in the parkland in summer at Lyme Park, Cheshire

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Great houses and glorious gardens, moorland landscapes and medieval deer parks around Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

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