Around Big Mere from Marbury to Wirswall

This gentle country walk climbs the hill at Wirswall for a lovely view over South Cheshire.

Start GPS coordinate 53.00837708, -2.6562624
Approximate Length 2.63 miles
Approximate Duration 98 minutes
Grade Easy

Waypoint 1

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.0085144, -2.65628886

Park near the village hall in Marbury, then follow the road as if you're heading towards the church.

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Waypoint 2

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00815582, -2.65666509

Opposite the T-junction you will reach, there's a stile. Follow the footpath sign leading across the field to the right.

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Waypoint 3

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00759125, -2.65848041

Keep following the footpath signs.

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Waypoint 4

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00753784, -2.65870714

The Big Mere will come in to view, as will the destination at the top of the hill in the distance which can be seen by looking for a mobile phone radio mast.

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Waypoint 5

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00769043, -2.66078949

Some of the fields may have cattle in them, so take care not to disturb them too much.

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Waypoint 6

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00742722, -2.66376972

The grass fields turn in to a dusty track.

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Waypoint 7

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00676346, -2.66405463

Then cross over the grassy field...

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Waypoint 8

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00689316, -2.66482139

...heading towards the gap between the trees in the distance.

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Waypoint 9

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00373459, -2.66766119

On the other side of the stile leaving the field is a narrow country road. Turn left and follow the road up the hill.

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Waypoint 10

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00051117, -2.66973519

You will see a road sign on entering the village of Wirswall. Just after this on the left is a footpath sign. You will see a metal gate. To the right of this is a stile leading in to another field.

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Waypoint 11

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 52.99996185, -2.66970325

Go straight across the field climbing the hill, where you will see great views over South Cheshire on a clear day. Marbury church will be visible as will the Big Mere.

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Waypoint 12

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 52.9961853, -2.66984224

From the top of the hill facing downhill, you will see a stile to the right of the field.

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Waypoint 13

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 52.99768066, -2.66609073

Keep following the footpath, through the gate.

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Waypoint 14

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 52.99904251, -2.66444755

Over the stile...

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Waypoint 15

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 52.99995804, -2.66099143

Over the next stile...

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Waypoint 16

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00195312, -2.65800595

...and once again.

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Waypoint 17

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00304031, -2.65641522

Here you will be at the side of Big Mere and be able to see Marbury Church on top of the hill. Follow the path along the side of the mere.

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Waypoint 18

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00424576, -2.65535235

Along the way is a huge tree which has a hollow base. It's possible to actually go inside!

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Waypoint 19

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00515747, -2.65602803

Head towards the church.

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Waypoint 20

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.00625229, -2.65595984

The path in the church grounds leads around the church and then out on the other side down a short track.

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Waypoint 21

Approximate GPS co-ordinate: 53.0070343, -2.65628076

On reaching the road, turn left and then turn right at the next junction. The village hall will come in to view on the right.

Waypoint 21 photo