Beginner walk for over 50s – Macclesfield Forest, Cheshire

Name: Beginner walk for over 50s – Macclesfield Forest, Cheshire
Start: 2026-02-27T09:00:00+00:00
Location: Tegg's Nose Country Park

Schedule

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am

UTC+00:00

Location

Tegg's Nose Country Park | Macclesfield, EN

(Free 5km Community Walk | Lottery Funded)
Date: 13th February 2026
Time: 9.00 am
Meeting point: Macclesfield Forest – exact location will be sent upon booking your spot (check confirmation email)
Led by Ilaria Petrucci, Mountain Guide
A relaxed, beginner-friendly guided walk through Macclesfield Forest. This forest route offers fresh air and a supportive, unhurried pace, perfect for those wanting to enjoy walking without pressure.
The route starts with a steady uphill and it then flattens as we enjoy walking through the beautiful energy of the forest, surrounded by trees and fresh air.
This is a free community walk for adults aged 50+, led at a steady, comfortable pace with plenty of time to pause, chat, connect and take in the views.
The walk is around 5km, will last about 1.5-2 hours and it is designed to feel welcoming, sociable and confidence-building.
This walk is free and funded by The National Lottery, supporting accessible outdoor activity and wellbeing.
🥾What to Expect
– Friendly, welcoming group atmosphere
– Gentle pace suitable for beginners
– Supportive, encouraging leadership from a qualified mountain guide
– We move at the group’s pace
Time to enjoy the views, nature and conversation
🌿What to Bring
– Comfortable walking boots or shoes with good grip
– Weather-appropriate clothing (waterproofs and warm layers recommended)
– Water to drink
– Walking poles if you usually use them
Led by Ilaria – Qualified Mountain Guide