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 2nd August- 

TO BE ARRANGED SHORTLY

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If you need any further information about the walk or help with a lift to the start please give Dave Preston a ring on 0787 944 7285 or email  info@brokencrosswalkers.org 

Walk report Sunday 19th July    Kettleshulme, Pym Chair and Summerclose

We met on Paddock Lane behind the Garden Centre in Kettleshulme. Heading through the centre and past the (apparently closed) Swan Inn, up the road towards Clayton Fold Farm turning right over the fields to Clough Farm and up to Taxal Edge and on to a coffee stop at Windgather Rocks which were cloaked in rock climbers (of the human variety).

The view to the north showed some smoke of the wildfire at Tintwhistle. Onward again up the 2km rise to Pym Chair where neither a highway man or preacher were in evidence. However, a special guest appearance was made by David (the first for a couple of months) who joined us for the second part of the ramble. Down the road past Pymchair Farm and right to a grassy bank where we had lunch.

Then down to Green Stack, Green Booth and to the ruins of Crabtree Farm where another right turn took us to Summer Close Farm, another right past a tent and over a footbridge, up to another ruin where a left turn took us on to a footpath to Thorneycroft Farm, up to Side End Lane and back through the village past the egg seller to the cars.

 A walk of just over 6 miles in excellent walking conditions with some great views.

Judith, Marilyn, Pauline T. Alan B. and Tilly, David (for the downhill,), John, Peter C. and Pete F.

Many thanks to Dave Ilett for leading  this excellent walk along the ridge and in Toddbrook valley.

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