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South Cheshire Spurstow

Summary

A route across undulating Cheshire countryside taking in the high ground of Windmill Bank from where there are extensive views over the county. The path passes the site of Spurstow Spa and its Bath House.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
4.5 miles (7.3 km)
Walking time:
03h 19m
Type:
Circular

Start location

The Nags Head Houghton CW6 9RN, 01829 260265

lat: 53.0997506

lon: -2.6283013

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