We are the Broken Cross Walkers, a group of Walkers, mainly from the Macclesfield area who enjoy getting out in the fresh air and having a good walk, we normally walk about every 2 weeks usually on a Sunday, mainly local and normally within 15-20 miles of Macclesfield.

On most walks we usually take a warm drink and a snack and occasionally we may have a café or pub lunch if we all decide to treat ourselves on that particular day.

Good idea to have walking boots, trainers or strong shoes and carry some waterproofs in case of rain. Sometimes it might be a little muddy which we will always try to to avoid if we can.

We don’t mind a bit of rain but we won’t walk if it is torrential and we usually walk around 5 to 7 miles.

We normally meet at the walk start point at 10:30am. We have no membership fee and just a few common sense guidelines that can be found below.

Everybody is welcome on our walks but if you are planning to come along for the first time it would be helpful to contact us first and let us know you are coming so we can expect you. You will be made most welcome.

NEXT WALK ON SUNDAY 19th JULY Kettleshulme, Pym Chair and Summerclose.

We will meet at the lay-by on Paddock Lane 10:30am, first left turn in Kettleshulme if you're coming from Macclesfield, at 10:30. There is limited parking so if you can car share good, but there is further parking opportunities roadside.

We will head through the garden centre, past the pub and up towards Clayton Fold Farm, but turning right across the fields and up to Clough Farm, on to the footpath up Taxal Edge and on to a coffee stop at Windgather

After a brief stop we will continue to Pym Chair and down the road to the footpath to Green Stack, then Green Booth, then Crabtree Farm, then past Hollowcowhey Farm to Summer Close, right across a footbridge, up the slope to the footpath heading north and north to Side End Lane and to the vehicles.

About 6 to 7 miles.

Anyone wanting to avoid the initial climb could meet us at Pym Chair at 12:00 ish and be returned back there by car.

All queries and irregularities please call Dave Ilett on 07933 571605

Nearest Post Code SK23 7RD

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If you need any further information about the walk or help with a lift to the start please give Dave Ilett a ring  on 0793 357 1605  or email  info@brokencrosswalkers.org

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If you need any further information about this or other walks or help with a lift to the start please give Dave Ilett a ring  or send the Club an email.

Walk report Sunday 5th July - Peover Hall and Boots Green

We met at the lay-by on the A50 just north of Radbroke Hall and 9 of us set off along the track eastwards just south of there, cutting across the corner of the grounds of the Hall and east for about 1km to a T junction in the path where we turned south to Stocks Lane up to Four Lanes End and then along the footpath to Peover Hall where we found a horse jump which doubled as a bench for a coffee stop. Then on past the Hall and further south via 2 small valleys and two rather dodgy footbridges and a temporary loss of footpath to Woodend Farm. West along the lane to Boots Green.

Across the fields to the A50, across the road and then right past the Caravan Park and along the footpath to a cosy slope where we had lunch. On to Foxcovert Lane, and Mill Lane to Free Green Lane and Freegreen farm and then east along Sandy Lane and back to the A50 and back to the vehicles. six of us took a glass of at the Parkgate Tavern.

 A walk of 9 miles, about as flat as you can get in pleasant conditions. Wendy, Sue M. Pauline R. Judith, Jo, Eve, Pete F. and Alan B and Tilly the dog were led by Dave I. on this lovely walk.

News and Views and Gossip

15/07/2026

As you probably realise I have made a few changes to the layout of this website, as it's a new programme to me I am trying to find what is the best format. I've changed the background colour and added a Gallery, I could also add a guest book but I am still thinking about that.If anyone has any suggestions or comments please let me know.

25/06/2026

David Preston set off on a walking holiday on the Hebridean Way which is a 155 mile route in the Hebrides. The plan is to try and walk half of it this year  and maybe come back next year  for the remainder. Fitness and health permitting  and this could be a bit too much of a challenge.

IT WAS a bit too much !

Anyway I only managed 30 miles as the weather was wild, wet and very windy for most of the time, after 30 miles I decided to reluctantly call it a day and headed for the ferry to get back home. My left ankle had also become painful  which has since been diagnosed as Achilles tendiopathy so apart from the weather I don't think I would have been able to complete my intended route. It's a long and complicated journey to get there, left Macclesfield at 10pm Sunday and arrived at Castlebay on Barra at 6.00pm Monday. That was train to Piccadilly, Overnight bus to Glasgow, Train to Oban and Ferry to Barra. Rather tired on arrival but arrived in less than 24 hours instead of two days. Limping a bit at the moment after returning home and according to the Doctor it's Achilles Tendopathy but hopefully after a few weeks rest I will be out again. Meanwhile I will be plotting a return to the Hebridean Way. It is a stunning place.  Cannot leave that unfinished.

Many thanks to Dave Ilett for leading the walks while I am away and recovering from my achilles tendon problem.

31/03/2026.

Occasionally I have been asked why when I lead a walk I am not always at the front. My thoughts are that I try to walk with everybody at some time during the walk, if I was constantly at the front I would never get the chance for a chat with all the other walkers.

That's my excuse anyway.......

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A few common sense guidlines for when you are on our walks

 Walkers should wear suitable footwear and clothing and carry waterproofs and spare clothing as appropriate to the conditions

 Walkers are requested to ask the permission of the walk leader prior to the walk regarding bringing a dog

 Walkers should walk on paths where available to minimize damage to flora

 Walkers should communicate their intention to take a 'comfort break' so the walk leader is aware

 Walkers should not walk so far in front of the walk leader that makes it difficult for the walk leader to give them advice

 Walkers should use gates and stiles to cross fences, hedges and walls

 The last walker is responsible for leaving gates as they are found by the walk leader, pass this information to the walker behind

 Walkers should be prepared to go at the pace of the slowest in the party however frustrating this may be

 Potential hazards should be communicated from walker to walker

 Walkers should be aware of those in front and those behind

 All rubbish to be taken home

 Walkers should be aware they are responsible for their own safety as accidents can occur for a number of reasons including :~

     Carelessness e.g. not looking where one is putting their feet  and lack of observation

     Over estimation of your ability to complete the walk

     When walking on a road, members should follow the Highway Code : viz

     Where there is a footpath, use it, Walk in single file if possible, especially on narrow roads and in poor light

     Where there is no footpath, walk on the right hand side of the road unless it is unsafe to do so such as on a bend.

Most important of all, enjoy your walk

Contact us at info@brokencrosswalkers.org