Wizard's Wander - Alderley Edge, National Trust
This is a perfect family friendly walk, with multiple paths, amazing views and a cafe for a treat afterwards.
Every time we have been we have always come across a new route or section of a path. Making this walk always interesting and fun to do.
And when we found they had improved the wooden assault course we were delighted.
Top Info
•Multi terrain walks
•Brilliant Cheshire views
•Lovely Tea Room
•Picnic area
•Nature Play Area
•Ice Creams available from The Wizard Tea Room
•Toilets
•Macclesfield Road, Nether Alderley, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4UB
•Carpark (Free for National Trust Members) or starting from £1 per hour
•Dog Friendly
Nature Play Areas
There is a section in forest just near the start of the walk which is now full of brand new tree trunk stepping stones, totem poles to climb, balance beams and a large wooden den. My daughters enjoyed playing on this, it was a good test of their balance and movement skills.
The Routes
At the start there is a map with a number of different routes signposted around the forest. From a quick 1.5km route to a longer 3-4km route. The signs and paths are clearly marked but we always seem to wonder from one route onto another as they all interlink.
Each route takes you past a point of interest. The "Miner's Ramble" takes you to the old unused mine entrance. The "Donkey Trek" leads you down into the valley and then back up again with a big climb.
The "Wizard Wonder" takes you to the famous, impressive view where you can look over the Cheshire plains. You can get some fantastic photos here or simple stop and take in the views with a snack.
"Castle Rock" leads you to a brilliant view point with views over Cheshire and a place to sit on some impressive rock formations.
The paths are mostly well surfaced but some can be muddy after rainfall so suitable footwear is advisable in the winter months. Some paths include a rocky climb too so it's not suitable for pushchairs or scooters.
Car Park
The car park is National Trust so this is free if you have membership or a few pounds if not. There are public toilets in the car park and an ice cream truck is usually parked up. You will find picnic tables in a grassy area for enjoying your picnic or ice cream too.
Cafe
The Wizard Tearoom is a lovely cafe right by the start/end of the walks. It has a large menu serving breakfast baps, seasonal soup, homemade cakes, winter warming drinks and even dog sausages!
They only have outdoor seating, but there are plenty of tables which have large umbrellas to provide shelter in wet or sunny weather. They have just added some wooden pods to sit in which are a real bonus to the cafe.
To read even more about The Wizard Tearoom click here
Visited June 2023
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