Ramble: Helsby and Frodsham
Overview
Today's walk sees us taking in some breathtaking views across the Cheshire Plain. The walk itself is generally fairly devoid of walkers with the exception of the section above the sandstone cliffs which is, of course, the highlight of the walk with far reaching views.
Here there is the extensive view north of the great bend of the Mersey as it turns towards the sea and even the huge ICI works don't look too bad from up here, while the Welsh hills are always somewhere on the horizon. The lanes and fields to the south of the sandstone edge are very tranquil.
There are a fair few ascents and descents on this walk but it is worth it for the views!
Location & Itinerary
Grade 3/4: 7 Miles - please refer to the Ramble Grading page HERE
The start point is high above Helsby in the car park at Helsby Quarry Woodland Park on Alvanley Road. The car park takes up to around 16 cars and if full you should be able to park on the road opposite the car park.
From the east - after passing a very large school on the A56, turn left up Chester Old Road, drive over a crossroads and when the road forks take the left
From the West turn right up Robin Hood Lane, right into The Rock and left on Alvanley Road.
There is a railway service to Helsby from Warrington and Chester.