Our first walk of the year is led by Abby and Alan, both being flat walks around Chester.

A walk (12 miles)

What the A Walk lacks in height (no fells in Chester!) we make up for in distance. A brisk 12 mile flat walk around the outskirts of Chester. Following the Shropshire Union Canal up to Saughall Bridge we walk along footpaths past Chester Zoo, and along country roads to Picton Gorse. After a few muddy fields we eventually pick up the cycle track that takes us all the way back in to Chester.

B walk (7.5 miles)

Starting from the Old Harkers Arms near Chester Railway Station, the walk begins along the Shropshire Union Canal towpath, leading toward the elevated views overlooking the Chester Racecourse. The route continues around the racecourse to the Little Roodee Coach Park, which serves as a central hub for facilities and the eventual return trip. From there, the walk crosses the Grosvenor Bridge and follows the A55 for two miles before joining the River Dee path. After a refreshment break at Higher Ferry House, the final leg follows the Wales Coast Path, traversing a historic Roman section and a riverside trail back to the starting coach park.

We are all no doubt familiar with Chester and it's attractions, and as our parking spot is central, we will be able to wander around post walk and enjoy the city's many shops, pubs and cafes. So come along and walk off the Christmas Pud!

Chester.