Welcome to Peak Forest Canal

The Peak Forest Canal is a beautiful waterway that runs through the heart of Cheshire. It was built in the late 18th century to transport limestone from the Peak District to the growing industrial towns of Manchester and Stockport. Today, the canal is a popular destination for boaters, walkers, and cyclists who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and peaceful atmosphere.

The canal is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including kingfishers, herons, and otters. The towpath is a great place to spot these creatures, as well as to take in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. There are also several locks along the canal, which add to its charm and provide a glimpse into the history of the area.

One of the highlights of the Peak Forest Canal is the Marple Aqueduct, which carries the canal over the River Goyt. This impressive structure is over 100 feet high and offers stunning views of the surrounding area. There are also several other notable landmarks along the canal, including the Bugsworth Basin, which was once a busy port for transporting limestone. Overall, the Peak Forest Canal is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves nature, history, and the great outdoors.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 13.2°C

Feels Like: 12.4°C

Wind: 6.3 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Newtown Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Ashley Parry	Buxton Road New Mills New Mills Derbyshire SK22 3JS 01663744358 School Website
Hague Bar Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Mccurdy	Lower Hague New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 3AP 1663762203 School Website
Disley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jake Nicklin	Disley Primary School Dane Bank Drive Disley Stockport Cheshire SK12 2BD 1663797332 School Website
St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Patricia Chapman	Longlands Road New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 3BL 1663742412 School Website
New Mills Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Miss Claire Inman	Sett Close New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 4AQ 01663745098 School Website
New Mills Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Carol Taylor	Meadow Street New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 4AY 01663744453 School Website
New Mills School And Sixth Form Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Watts	Church Lane New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 4NR 01663743284 School Website
St George's Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynne Kilford	Church Lane New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 4NP 1663743222 School Website
Furness Vale Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ruth Parry	Buxton Road Furness Vale High Peak Derbyshire SK23 7PQ 01663744103 School Website
High Peak School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Ms Rachel Boylan	Mudhurst Lane Higher Disley Stockport Cheshire Cheshire SK12 2AP 1663721731 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
New Mills Newtown Albion Road, New Mills, Cheshire, SK22 3JP 0.46 Miles

New Mills Central Station Road, New Mills, Greater Manchester, SK22 3JB 0.69 Miles

Strines Station Road, Strines, Derbyshire, SK22 3AY 0.97 Miles

Disley Buxton Road West, Disley, Cheshire, SK12 2AE 1.03 Miles

Furness Vale Station Road, Furness Vale, Cheshire, SK12 7QA 1.52 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Disley Private Hire 01663 765279 47 Buxton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK12 2DZ 0.71 Miles
Kinder Cars 01663 743333 54 Arden Street, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 4NS 0.88 Miles
New Mills Cabs 01663 746606 12 Bowden Crescent, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 4LN 1.26 Miles
Taxi Accountancy 01224 536194 7 Stoneheads Rise, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 7RU 2.26 Miles
Minibus Rentals 01663 740880 69 New Mills Road, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 2EX 3.02 Miles
Grabba Cab 01663 740880 69 New Mills Rd, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 2EX 3.02 Miles
G And E Travel Minibus Hire 07717 496778 2 Red Row, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK7 6ND 3.23 Miles
Vip Taxis 0161 427 0777 7 Compstall Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK6 4BT 4.63 Miles
Ian's Hire 01298 814863 15 Crossings Road, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 9RZ 4.65 Miles
Blueline Private Hire 0161 483 1100 43 London Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK7 4AW 4.71 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Overdale Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Station Dd Collection Today available until:17:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Redhouse Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hague Bar Dd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corks Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Albion Road Dd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Lee Eaves Knoll Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Danebank Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
26 Market Street Collection Today available until:18:15 Weekday Last Collection:18:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Sainsburys Po Box Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Spring Bank Dd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brookbottom Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Red Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road Dd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Goyt Road/ Jubilee Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hayfield Gpwsi Service, 0844 4994470	New Mills Gpwsi Service Sett Close, New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 4AQ
Arden House Medical Practice 01663 745266	Arden House Med. Practice Sett Close, New Mills High Peak SK22 4AQ
The Schoolhouse Surgery	2 Buxton Old Road Disley Stockport SK12 2BB
Sett Valley Medical Centre 01663 743483	Sett Valley Medical Ctre Hyde Bank Road, New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 4BP
High Lane Medical Centre 01663 762222	High Lane Medical Centre The Village Green High Lane,Stockport Cheshire SK6 8DR

Local Stores

Disley
42-44 Market Street
Disley
Stockport
Cheshire
SK12 2DT
01663 762133
Store Website
0.76 miles

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SPAR Buxton High Lane
Buxton Road
High Lane
Stockport
SK6 8DR
01663766645
Store Website
2.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet New Mills
2 Hibbert Street New Mills High Peak Derbyshire SK22 3JJ 01663 745294 new.mills@medivet.co.uk Website 0.53 miles
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Wright &Amp; Morten Veterinary Group
Block B, Ringside Industrial Estate Whaley Bridge High Peak Derbyshire SK23 7PD whaleybridge@wmvets.co.uk Website 2.07 miles


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Vetcare @ Home
The Village Green High Lane Stockport Manchester SK6 8DR Website 2.35 miles

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Knox &Amp; Devlin Veterinary Surgeons
10 Bridge Street Whaley Bridge High Peak Derbyshire SK23 7LR 01663 732692 info.knoxdevlin@cvsvets.com Website 2.59 miles
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Marple Veterinary Centre
2 Hibbert Lane Marple Stockport Cheshire SK6 7NL 0161 427 3035 marplevetcentre@hotmail.co.uk 2.95 miles
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Torkington Park Veterinary Centre
373 London Road Hazel Grove Stockport Cheshire SK7 6AA 0161 483 1794 torkvet@gmail.com Website 4.07 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Goyt Valley
A Circular Route Following The River Goyt As It Meanders Through The Valley To Fernilee Reservoir. SK23 7JX 3.25 miles The Lay-By Is Located About 6.5 Miles North Up The A5004 From Buxton

Etherow Country Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Etherow Country Park. Etherow Country Park Is Located In A Village Called Compstall; Between Marple And Romiley All Situated In Stockport, Greater Manchester. SK6 5JD 4.02 miles Nearest Major Road Is B6104. Turn Onto George Street In Compstall, Signposted Etherow Country Park And Local Nature Reserve. Take The Next Right Into The Car Park.

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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 4.23 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.

Fernilee Reservoir
Fernilee Reservoir Supplies Drinking Water To Stockport And The Surrounding Areas. It Was The First Of Two Reservoirs To Be Built In The Goyt Valley, The Other Being Errwood Reservoir. SK23 7HB 4.40 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 Road On The Right, Just Before A Bend Reaching Toward Errwood Reservoir.

Werneth Low Country Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Werneth Low Country Park. The Country Park Extends For 80 Hectares (200 Acres) Across The Northern And Western Slopes Of Werneth Low. Only 9.5 Miles From The City Centre Of Manchester, The Area Is Both A Haven For Wildlife And An Area Where Visitors Can Find Peace And Relaxation. The Park's Location Provides Panoramic Views Across Manchester And Beyond To Liverpool. The Dark Blue Silhouette Of The Welsh Mountains Can Often Be Seen On Clear Days, As Can The Pennine Hills Close By. SK14 5LR 5.65 miles Nearest Major Road Is M67. From M67, Junction 3, Turn Left Onto Clarke Way. Follow Signs For Stockport Through Hyde Town Centre. At Market Street Junction With Dawson Road Follow Brown And White Signs To The Lower Higham Visitor Centre.

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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 6.08 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.

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	26.7°C	25.9°C	25.4°C	25.5°C	28.1°C	31.2°C	34.7°C	39.9°C	40.2°C	37.9°C	33.8°C	31°C

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