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Moreton Cum Alcumlow

Lawton Hall – Macclesfield Canal loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

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Moreton Cum Alcumlow

Lawton Hall – Macclesfield Canal loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

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Lawton Hall – Macclesfield Canal loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

04:22

17.0km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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780 m

Stone Bridges on the Macclesfield Canal

Highlight • Historical Site

Lovely walk firm footpaths lovely views path might get bit muddy in wet weather

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9.48 km

Trent and Mersey Canal Twin Locks and Bridge

Highlight • River

A lovely section of the Trent and Mersey Canal, which widens out to include twin locks and a bridge. There are views of Mow Cop in the distance and a couple of benches that make for an excellent picnic spot.

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10.3 km

Lawton Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

Once the residence of the Lawton family, this is now split into modern residences of houses and apartments by a property developer.

It dates to around 1600 and is a grade II listed building.

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10.9 km

Trent & Mersey Canal Locks

Highlight (Segment) • River

Pleasant section of walking along the peaceful Trent & Mersey Canal, passing locks, canalboats and riverside pubs.

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14.3 km

Stone Bridge on Macclesfield Canal, Scholar Green

Highlight • River

Muddy in wet weather

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15.1 km

Rising Sun Pub, Scholar Green

Highlight • Restaurant

A fantastic pub nestled in the village of Scholar Green. Situated near the Macclesfield canal with great walks nearby.

Saturday 12 pm–12 am
Sunday 12–10 pm
Monday 12–10 pm
Tuesday …

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15.4 km

Macclesfield Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This breathtaking and peaceful walk along Macclesfield Canal will be sure to lift your spirits. You can enjoy spectacular views of green countryside and colourful canalboats whilst following a riverside footpath that passes under ancient stone bridges.

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17.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.10 km

5.86 km

2.94 km

765 m

249 m

Surfaces

7.12 km

3.60 km

3.34 km

1.54 km

1.21 km

103 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Wednesday 15 July

27°C

12°C

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

August 10, 2023,534 Scholar Green (Staffs)☑️

This walk actually starts at the Rising Sun pub at Scholar Green, however we parked in the layby further down the road. It's been another lovely walk, very slightly different from the usual route we do which is very similar to this walk. It's been a very warm day so we had a half way debrief at the Broughton Arms, …

April 4, 2024,Cheshire Canal Strolls (April Streak 1 - Nature)

A fab little route that is nice and flat. Muddy in parts, but that's to be expected at the moment 🙂
Along the route, we saw the first bursts of bloom 🌸 and a field of playful spring lambs 🐑

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Lawton Hall – Macclesfield Canal loop from Moreton cum Alcumlow

Stone Bridges on the Macclesfield Canal

Trent and Mersey Canal Twin Locks and Bridge

Lawton Hall

Trent & Mersey Canal Locks

Stone Bridge on Macclesfield Canal, Scholar Green

Rising Sun Pub, Scholar Green

Macclesfield Canal

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