Welcome to Fowley Common

Fowley Common is a beautiful and serene nature reserve located in the heart of Cheshire. The common is a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers who want to explore the lush greenery and diverse wildlife that the area has to offer. The common is home to a variety of bird species, including the great spotted woodpecker, the nuthatch, and the treecreeper. Visitors can also spot small mammals such as rabbits, squirrels, and foxes while walking along the many trails that crisscross the common.

The common is also steeped in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The area was once used for grazing livestock and was an important source of timber for the local community. Today, visitors can still see the remnants of the old oak trees that were once used for shipbuilding. The common is also home to several ancient burial mounds, which are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the area.

Fowley Common is a true gem of Cheshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking for a peaceful place to relax and unwind, the common has something to offer everyone. So why not pack a picnic and spend a day exploring this stunning nature reserve? You won't be disappointed!

Local Schools

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Bosley St Mary's Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Victoria Rippon	Leek Road Bosley Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 0NX 1260223280 School Website
Wincle C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Smith	Wincle Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 0QH 01260212592 School Website
Hollinhey Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Clough	Bell Avenue Sutton Lane Ends Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 0EE 1625704352 School Website
Ash Grove Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Judith Ceuppens ( Principal)	Belgrave Road Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 7TF 01625919610 School Website
Christ The King Catholic And Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Gurden	Fir Grove Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 7SF 1625466833
Gawsworth Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debby Morris	Longbutts Lane Gawsworth Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 9QU 1625426547 School Website
Rushton Cofe First School Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Cockersole	Sugar Street Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 0SG 1260226303 School Website
Macclesfield College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Kay	Park Lane Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8LF 1625410000
Ivy Bank Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Gill	Valley Road Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8PB 01625448014 School Website
Park Lane School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Ms Lorraine Warmer	Park Lane Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8JR 01625801964 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Macclesfield Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP 3.78 Miles

Congleton Park Lane, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 3DE 5.12 Miles

Prestbury New Road, Prestbury, Cheshire, SK10 4HT 6.32 Miles

Adlington (Cheshire) London Road, Adlington, Cheshire, SK10 4NA 7.93 Miles

Chelford Station Road, Chelford, Cheshire, SK11 9AX 8.76 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Topcars 01260 251622 Langley Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0DG 2.40 Miles
T And T Travel 01625 669577 Lyme Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0LB 2.44 Miles
Macclesfield Taxi Service,Macclesfield 07949 587621 2 Stamford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7TQ 2.98 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01625 426767 Green Acres, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 9QP 3.25 Miles
I And L Taxis 01625 511922 Venture House, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7PG 3.25 Miles
K C Cabs 07876 708402 8 Hardwick Dr, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7XP 3.30 Miles
Macclesfield Taxis Macc Tax 07949 268871 1 Pool Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7NX 3.36 Miles
A B C Cabs 01625 424973 3 Hillcrest Rd, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7UY 3.36 Miles
Macclesfield Radio Cars 01625 347002 Saville Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7LQ 3.37 Miles
Cab King 01625 615426 Waterside, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7HG 3.42 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Stoneyfold D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Four Lane Ends No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lakeside D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fools Nook No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Wincle Church School No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Bosley Smithy No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Tunnicliffe Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Woodhouse End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
North Rode Station Lamp Box No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Hall Lane Sutton D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton Tollgate D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church House Sutton Dd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lindrum Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Forrest Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Wincle No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Waters Green Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Sunderland Street Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 6JL
Waters Green Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Sunderland Street Macclesfield SK11 6JL
High Street Surgery 01625 423692	High Street Surgery Waters Green Medical Ctr Sunderland Street Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 6JL
South Park Surgery 01625 422249	South Park Surgery Waters Green Medical Ctr Sunderland Street Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 6JL
Cumberland House Surgery 01625 428081	Cumberland House Surgery Waters Green Medical Ctr Sunderland Street Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 6JL

Local Stores

London Road - Macclesfield
155 London Road
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 7SP
01625 617926
Store Website
2.83 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Macclesfield
MACCLESFIELD SERVICE STATION
CHURCHHILL WAY
MACCLESFIELD
MACCLESFIELD
SK11 6AY
01625424208
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bond Street Veterinary Clinic
1 Ryles Park Road Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8AH 01625 425637 bondstreet.vets@bondstreetvets.co.uk 3.40 miles

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Vets Now (Macclesfield)
38 Cumberland Street Macclesfield Cheshire SK10 1BZ 01625 348284 macclesfieldclinic@vets-now.com 4.03 miles
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Wright And Morten Veterinary Group Llp
Macclesfield Veterinary Hospital 26/38 Cumberland Street Macclesfield Cheshire SK10 1BZ 01625 501 500 macclesfield@wmvets.co.uk Website 4.03 miles
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Broken Cross Veterinary Surgery
Broken Cross Surgery 50 Fallibroome Road Macclesfield Cheshire SK10 3LA 01625 668536 brokencrossvets@brokencrossvets.plus.com Website 4.61 miles
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Tytherington Veterinary Centre
Unit 12 Brocklehurst Way Tytherington Macclesfield Cheshire SK10 2HB 01625 669666 vets@bollingtonvets.co.uk Website 4.91 miles
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Millie'S Vets (Pet Care Cheshire Ltd)
6 John Bradshaw Court Alexandria Way Congleton Cheshire CW12 1LB 01260 222999 james@milliesvets.co.uk Website 5.53 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Dane Bridge Wincle
An Exploration Of A Beautiful Stretch Of The River Dane And The Surrounding Area Chapman Row Wincle Macclesfield Lancashire SK11 0QE 2.33 miles

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Luds Church Chasm
This Challenging Circular Walk Passes Through Lud's Church, A Deep Moss Covered Chasm Penetrating The Millstone Grit Bedrock. SK17 0SU 4.20 miles Leave Buxton On The A53 Heading South West Heading Towards Leek. Follow Signs For Flash, Leaving The A53 After 4.5 Miles. Follow The Road Round To The Left Immidately After The Church And Follow Signs For The Gradbach Youth Hostel. The Car Park About 2 Miles After The Church

Rudyard Lake
Rudyard Lake Is A Picturesque Lake In Staffordshire, Top Gear Once Filmed On The Lake. You Can Take A Walk Around The Lake Or Just Go Part Way And Turn Back. It Can Get Really Busy On A Sunny Day But It Is Beautiful And There Are Lots Of Little Secret Beach Like Bits, Our Dog Loves Getting In For A Swim. Reacliffe Rd Lancashire 4.88 miles

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Tittesworth Reservoir
Two Walks Available 1.5Mile And 4.55 Loop Of The Reservoir. Reservoir Lancashire 6.21 miles

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Wildmoorstone Valley
This Walk, Through The Wildmoorstone Valley, Includes Part Of The Old Cromford & High Peak Railway Line. The Walk Follows The Old Track Bed To The Now Closed Burbage Tunnel. The Return Part Of The Walk Will Take You Down Into The Valley. SK17 6GJ 7.15 miles From Buxton, Take The A5004 North Toward Errwood Reservoir. On The A5004 You Will Pass A Sign Showing A Road To The Left Toward Goyt Valley. Take This Road, Over The Cattle Grid. The Car Park Is Located Off The Left Of This Road, Beside A Body Of Water.

Cats Tor
Cats Tor Is To The West Of The Goyt Valley. The Walk Starts From The High Pym Chair Car Park, Which Helps Make The Walk To The Summit Easy And Manageable. The Views On A Clear Day From The Summit Are Great, Making This A Worthwhile Walk To Complete. SK23 7RF 7.38 miles From Buxton, Take The A5004 North Toward Errwood Reservoir. On The A5004 You Will Pass A Sign Showing A Road To The Left Toward Goyt Valley. Take This Road, Over The Cattle Grid. After Passing By The Reservoir, Take The Right Turn To Head Uphill Toward Pym Chair Car Park.

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