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 - September 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th.

2 hour sessions on Tuesday mornings 10.00am - 12.00pm noon

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

First Session September 2nd: Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)

Time: 10am to 12pm
First Session meeting point: Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
what3words: ///sliding.deny.nutty
Leaders: Nature Stuff – environmental educators
Information: 07870804413
(Bring binoculars if you have them / Car parking charge / Moderate walking grade  / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments / There is a charge for this event / Wildlife walk - Event)

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 first Tuesday morning of the month.

Time: 10:00am to 11:00am
Meeting point: Astbury Mere Country Park, Sandy Lane, Congleton, CW12 4FR (SJ846627)
what3words: ///land.pays.awake
Leaders: 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)

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 - September 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and October 1st.

2 hour sessions on Tuesday mornings 10.00am - 12.00pm noon

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

First Session September 3rd: Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)

Time: 10am to 12pm
First Session meeting point: Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
what3words: ///sliding.deny.nutty
Leaders: Nature Stuff – environmental educators
Information: 07870804413
(Bring binoculars if you have them / Car parking charge / Moderate walking grade  / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments / There is a charge for this event / Wildlife walk - Event)

Join us for fun Plein Air painting workshops in 2025 at Tegg's Nose Country Park. In each workshop, experienced professional painters, Christopher Clements and Kieran Ingram, will help you capture a different aspect of landscape painting.

Workshop Price £85, reserve your place with a £25 deposit on Eventbrite, the remainder will be invoiced before the course.

In September’s Workshop we’ll focus on colour mixing and when you’re painting the British landscape you can’t avoid green! If you struggle with green or just want to improve then you’re not alone. Getting the greens right will really make your painting sing and that’s what you’ll learn about in this workshop.

The exercises you’ll do will teach you how to analyse different shades of green and mix them with confidence. Once you’ve mixed your greens you’ll look at different ways to layer and contrast them to create variety and interest.

You’ll look at individual leaves, greens within trees and fields and the overall effect of lots of subtly competing shades of green.

Plus, as usual we’ll also cover the practical side of working outside with lots of helpful hints and tips to make sure you get the most out of you plein air painting sessions.

• Underpainting and layering greens
• Colour tones and temperature
• Broken colour
• Practicalities of plein air painting

All our Plein Air workshops are based on the Tonalist approach which focuses on interpretation of the light & dark tones of the landscape, while simplifying the colours. The approach will help you to make sense of what you see. You’ll be able to organise it into a well-structured painting, evoking the simple beauty of your environment.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned painter, these workshops are perfect for anyone looking to improve their Plein Air painting skills. It’s a fantastic opportunity to get out of the studio and unleash your creativity in the great outdoors.

You can book for one or all of the workshops, to fit your schedule.

Time: 10am to 3.30pm
Meeting point: Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
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Leaders: Artists Chris Clements and Kieran Ingram
Information: Email Northern Realist or visit the Northern Realist website
(Bring a packed lunch / Car parking charge / Easy walking grade / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments / There is a charge for this event)

Join East Cheshire Ramblers and the Rangers for a circular guided walk of approximately 9.8km (6 miles), from Jacksons' Brickworks Local Nature Reserve, in Poynton, while looking out for signs of wildlife and enjoying the landscape.

There will be two refreshment stops during the walk.

Booking and payment in advance is essential. Adults £7.50, children 16 or under go free. Suitable for anyone over the age of 12.

Time: 10am to 2pm
Meeting point: Jacksons' Brickworks Local Nature Reserve, Poolhouse Road, Higher Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1TY
what3words: ///freely.indicate.bossy
Leaders: East Cheshire Ramblers and Cheshire East Council Countryside Ranger Martin James
Information: 01625 374833
(Bring a packed lunch / Bring binoculars if you have them / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Healthy walk - Event / Moderate walking grade / 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)

After a great community led river clean up in 2022, we've are made this an annual event and hope to attract more people to come and join in.

In partnership with local church groups and Mersey Rivers Trust, we will be concentrating on the river itself, clearing the riverbed of litter such as shopping trolleys, traffic cones and plastic and putting in some riverbank defences in the form of Willow spiling.

Time: 10am to 3pm
Meeting point: Macclesfield Riverside Park, Beechwood Mews, Macclesfield SK10 2SL
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Leader: Bollin Valley Ranger Emma Houghton
Information: 01625 374790
(Bring a packed lunch / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Partnership event / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Strenuous walking grade)

You are welcome to join the rangers and volunteers from BEACON as we carry out tasks focused around the footpaths at Rossmill. We will be cutting back vegetation, clearing muddy areas and carrying out general improvements to make the site as accessible as possible.

Booking in advance is essential. Please bring gardening gloves and a packed lunch. Suitable for anyone over the age of 10.

Time: 10am to 3pm
Meeting point: Meet at the site entrance on Rossmill Lane, Hale Barns, WA15 0EU (SJ787849)
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Leaders: Bollin Valley Partnership Ranger Roger Brereton
Information: 01625 374790
(Bring a packed lunch / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing)

Join Amanda, from Lets Step In, for a soothing evening in nature with beautiful views at Tegg's Nose Country Park for meditation and deep rest.

Unwind as the day slows and nature prepares for night. Surrounded by the stunning countryside you’ll be guided through a series of nature-based meditation practices ending with deep rest. Awaken your senses, come into the present and connect with nature to soothe your nervous system, support your mind and nourish your whole self. Setting you up for a restful night’s sleep.

Suitable for beginners and beyond.

We’ll gather in the car park and walk together to where we’ll spend the session. I’ll be sprinkling in learnings about meditation between the practices and helping you with your practice throughout. Bring a cup to enjoy tea and conversation at the end or continue to sit in silence and take in the views. This is space for you to use as you need.

Booking and payment in advance is essential. Cost £12.

Time: 6.30pm to 8pm
Meeting point: Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
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Leader: Amanda from Let Step In
Information: Email Amanda from Let Step In
(Car parking charge / Easy walking grade / Healthy walk - Event / 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 / There is a charge for this event)

Learn basic map reading skills with a morning learning the basics of map orientation and compass skills with Ranger Ed. In the afternoon put your skills to test on a 6 km (4 mile) walk.

All maps (Dark Peak map 1:25,000) and compasses provided, but feel free to bring your own compass if you wish to practise with it. Suitable for anyone over the age of 18.

Booking and payment in advance essential. Cost £25.

Time: 9am to 4pm
Meeting point: Nelson Pit Visitor Centre, Lyme Road, Higher Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1TH (SJ945833)
what3words: ///drooling.enjoys.walkway
Leader: Cheshire East Council Countryside Ranger Ed Pilkington 
Information: 01625 383700
(Bring a packed lunch / Bring binoculars if you have them / Car parking charge / Moderate walking grade / 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)