Charlotte Rowland

Shap Abbey is a secluded area of the river Lowther, renowned for its solitude and quiet.

Long Meg and Her Daughters is one of the finest and most prominent stone circles in the North of England, with myth and enigma at its core.

Aireville Park is a large, open space providing a meeting and stopping point for visitors as they go about their business through town.

Danes Moss near Macclesfield is an oasis of lowland raised bog, one of the scarcest and most threatened habitats in the UK. The open areas of the bog are covered with cotton grass, cross-leaved heath and at least six species of sphagnum moss.

A beautiful area of ancient woodland on the edge of Crewe. It feels ancient and has a special atmosphere. Make sure you take your camera. There is always something worth looking at and enjoying whether it is the trees or the wildlife.

This attractive area of open countryside and parkland is rich in wildlife, including ancient trees and a wildflower garden planted by the volunteers of Wistaston Conservation Group. The path generally follows the line of Wistaston Brook.

Nestled just off Palatine Road in Northenden on the banks of the River Mersey, the Green Flag awarded Riverside Park offers cycling paths, scenic views, a children’s play area, sculptures and trails.