WALK DETAILS

691 Utkinton

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Utkinton hit the headlines in the 16th century when the miraculous healing properties of Whistlebitch Well became known. Around 2000 people a day flocked here, but nowadays the attraction is walking the woods and the ever popular Sandstone Trail.


LOCATION: Eight miles west of Northwich
START: Turn left off A556 along B5152 for 11/2 miles, then turn right up Heaths Lane, signed Kelsall, & keep straight on. Roadside parking by Primrosehill Wood. (Grid ref 550667)
DISTANCE: Five miles
GRADE: Moderate

TIME: Three hours
MAP: Explorer Northwich & Delamere Forest
Landranger 117

REFRESHMENTS: Summertrees Tea Room