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Unbelievably, this is the last Cheshire East Countryside Ranger Service events email newsletter of 2024! We tend to run less events in the months running up to the end of the year, due to the inclement weather, shorter days and the Rangers being very busy undertaking their 'winter works' programmes on our sites.
There are always management works taking place across our countryside sites but in the winter, when the leaves have fallen and wildlife is less active, the Rangers tend to undertake larger conservation tasks. These tasks may include tree thinning or removal at our heathland sites, contractor led safety work on some of our longer trails and other infrastructure projects such as fencing or surfacing. Plus Bollin Valley Partnership colleagues have to manage the conservation grazing Longhorn cattle, that will all be moving into their winter housing at the farm, over the next few weeks.
If you spot Rangers and volunteers working on one of our sites, in the coming months, feel free to ask us for more information about what we are working on as we are always happy to explain the projects we are undertaking.
Also, always please be conscious of any safety signage or barriers temporarily closing off paths or areas. Please never cross into these work areas without first speaking to the Rangers or contractors, as some of the work can be hazardous and so to protect the public we may have to temporarily divert access.
We have 9 events coming up in November and December, including some festive ones!
Scroll right to the bottom of the email to see all of this month's events and get your tickets booked ASAP so you don't miss out!
Tuesday 5 November - Birdwatching – Understanding More About Autumn Birds with Nature Stuff (Tuesdays)
Suitable for beginners, improvers and those wanting to learn more about bird identification, behaviour and conservation.
The course will visit different locations each week. As well as identification tips and field craft the course will cover topics such as bird habitats and adaptations. Sessions will examine the environmental issues facing local bird populations and how wildlife habitat management practice can address them – new topics and issues considered every session!
Enjoy getting out into local green spaces and understanding more about our wild birds. 2-hour sessions on the following Tuesday mornings - November 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th and December 3rd.
2 hour sessions on Tuesday mornings 10.00am - 12.00pm.
Full Course fee (5 sessions) - £75. Fee to be paid in full at the start of the course.
(Please note a minimum number of enrolments are required for the course to run. In the event of course cancellation full refunds will be given).
For more information please call Tina Hanak 07870804413
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
First Session November 5th: Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
Leaders: Nature Stuff – environmental educators
Information: 07870804413
(Bring binoculars if you have them / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / There is a charge for this event / Wildlife walk - Event)
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Tuesday 5 November - Outdoor Fitness Class at Astbury Mere Country Park
Are looking for a fitness class during the week that’s outside and you can bring your child?
Open to everyone even if you are wanting to add extra training to your week or wanting to get fit after having a child in a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No matter what fitness level you are the class can be tailored to suit all abilities.
The sessions vary each week depending on numbers and the weather. They can include full body toning, cardio sessions, core work and flexibility.
Suitable for anyone over the age of 18. No booking necessary, just turn up and pay as you go £6 per person.
This event repeats every Tuesday morning of the month.
Time: 10.00am to 11.00am
Meeting point: Astbury Mere Country Park, Sandy Lane, Congleton, CW12 4FR (SJ846627)
Leader: Personal Trainer Kelly Morley
Information: 07803 245590 or email Kelly Morley
(Car parking charge / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Healthy walk - Event / Partnership event / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments / There is a charge for this event)
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Wednesday 6 November - Birdwatching – Understanding More About Autumn Birds with Nature Stuff (Wednesdays)
Suitable for beginners, improvers and those wanting to learn more about bird identification, behaviour and conservation.
The course will visit different locations each week. As well as identification tips and field craft the course will cover topics such as bird habitats and adaptations. Sessions will examine the environmental issues facing local bird populations and how wildlife habitat management practice can address them – new topics and issues considered every session!
Enjoy getting out into local green spaces and understanding more about our wild birds. 2-hour sessions on the following Wednesday mornings - November 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th and December 4th.
2 hour sessions on Wednesday mornings 10.00am - 12.00pm.
Full Course fee (5 sessions) - £75. Fee to be paid in full at the start of the course.
(Please note a minimum number of enrolments are required for the course to run. In the event of course cancellation full refunds will be given).
For more information please call Tina Hanak 07870804413
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
First Session November 6th: Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
Leaders: Nature Stuff – environmental educators
Information: 07870804413
(Bring binoculars if you have them / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / There is a charge for this event / Wildlife walk - Event)
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Wednesday 13 November - Battling the Birch Four
Lindow Common is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) which means we have to manage it to maintain its special heathland qualities. Unless we manage the self-seeding trees, the area will quickly revert to woodland and not the endangered lowland heathland we are protecting.
Help the Bollin Valley Partnership Rangers, and our friends from Mersey Rivers Trust, to clear the birch trees from the site and make birch bundles for use on other sites as riverbank protection. All equipment is provided but please bring gloves and wear sturdy boots as the terrain is rough.
Booking in advance is essential. Suitable for anyone over the age of 10.
Time: 10.00am to 3.00pm
Meeting point: Lindow Common Car Cark, Racecourse Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5LR (SJ833814)
Leaders: Bollin Valley Partnership Ranger Nik Ginn and Mersey Rivers Trust
Information: 01625 374790
(Bring a packed lunch / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Easy walking grade / Partial accessibility - level or ramped access / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Wildlife walk - Event)
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Sunday 24 November - Poynton Park Tree Wander
Come and learn about our native trees and how to identify them on a short walk around Poynton Park. Slow paced walk of around 1.6km (1 mile).
Booking and payment in advance essential. Adults £5, children 16 or under go free.
Time: 10.30am to 12.00pm
Meeting point: Poynton Park Car Park, South Park Drive, Poynton, SK12 1BR
Leader: Cheshire East Council Countryside Ranger Pete Dowse
Information: 01625 383700
(Bring binoculars if you have them / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Healthy walk - Event / Ideal for families and accompanied children / Partial accessibility - level or ramped access / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / There is a charge for this event / Wildlife walk - Event)
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Saturday 30 November - Tegg's Nose: Stargazing Evening - November - SOLD OUT
If you've ever looked up at the starry night sky and been enthralled by what you've seen then join Macclesfield Astronomical Society for an evening of astronomy. There will be talks suitable for all levels of interest, including photos of the sky and astronomical objects, with opportunity to ask questions and (if the weather is clear) to observe the sky with MaccAstro’s guidance and to see celestial objects through their telescopes.
You are welcome to bring your own binoculars or telescopes if you wish. Be prepared for dark outdoor conditions and night temperatures.
Booking and payment in advance is essential. Cost £5.
Observing highlights: If the weather is clear, there may be the opportunity to see Jupiter through a telescope, and the possibility of seeing constellations, galaxies, nebulae and star clusters which, along with the talks, will give more understanding about the night sky and how to observe it with your own eyes.
Time: 7.30pm to 10.30pm
Meeting point: Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
Leaders: Macclesfield Astronomical Society
Information: 01625 374833
(Car parking charge / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Easy walking grade / Full accessibility - level or ramped access. Accessible toilets available / Ideal for families and accompanied children / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / There is a charge for this event)
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Tuesday 3 December - Outdoor Fitness Class at Astbury Mere Country Park
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Are looking for a fitness class during the week that’s outside and you can bring your child?
Open to everyone even if you are wanting to add extra training to your week or wanting to get fit after having a child in a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No matter what fitness level you are the class can be tailored to suit all abilities.
The sessions vary each week depending on numbers and the weather. They can include full body toning, cardio sessions, core work and flexibility.
Suitable for anyone over the age of 18. No booking necessary, just turn up and pay as you go £6 per person.
This event repeats every Tuesday morning of the month.
Time: 10.00am to 11.00am
Meeting point: Astbury Mere Country Park, Sandy Lane, Congleton, CW12 4FR (SJ846627)
Leader: Personal Trainer Kelly Morley
Information: 07803 245590 or email Kelly Morley
(Car parking charge / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Healthy walk - Event / Partnership event / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments / There is a charge for this event)
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Saturday 7 December to Sunday 29 December - Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve Elf Hunt
The Elves are on the loose in the park! Can you find them all and collect their names? Pick up a map from near the visitor centre and get searching around the park.
Maps available to collect between 9.00am to 4.00pm between the 7th of December and 29th December but not available on Christmas Day. Please bring a pen / pencil with you.
Time: 9.00am to 4.00pm
Meeting point: Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve Visitor Centre, Davenport Lane, Brereton, Congleton, CW12 4SU (SJ794653)
Leaders: Cheshire East Council Countryside Ranger Service
Information: 01477 534115
(Car parking charge / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Healthy walk - Event / Ideal for families and accompanied children / Easy walking grade / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments)
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Saturday 7 December to Sunday 29 December - Tegg’s Nose Country Park Elf Hunt
The Elves are on the loose in the park! Can you find them all and collect their names?
Purchase a map from The Nose Coffee, inside the Tegg's Nose Visitor Centre, for 50p, and get searching around the top of the park. Once you've completed the trail come back to The Nose Coffee for 50p off your food and / or drink order.
Maps available to buy between 9.00am to 4.00pm between the 7th of December and 29th December but not available from 2pm on Christmas Eve or on Christmas Day afternoon. Please bring a pen / pencil with you.
Time: 9.00am to 4.00pm
Meeting point: The Nose Coffee, Tegg's Nose Visitor Centre, Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
Leaders: Cheshire East Council Countryside Ranger Service and The Nose Coffee
Information: 01625 374833
(Car parking charge / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Healthy walk - Event / Ideal for families and accompanied children / Moderate walking grade / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments / Partnership event / There is a charge for this event)
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