Official visitor guide produced in association with the
Visit Chester & Cheshire regional tourist board.
Saturday, 31st July 2010
The area of East Cheshire that the Textile Triangle covers is also part of the Cheshire Peak District, a breathtaking destination that encompasses nearly 100 square miles of Cheshire’s peaks and plains, including part of the Peak District National Park, from the moorlands of Biddulph in the South to Lyme Park and Disley in the North. The scenery in this area ranges from the leafy villages of South Manchester on the Cheshire Plain to the stunning landscapes and panoramic views of the Peak District. It is a region brimming with glorious hills and plains, historic houses, beautiful gardens, rich cultural attractions, unique experiences, world-class events and quaint market towns.
Cheshire's Peak District has something to offer everyone - from dramatic scenery and an abundance of historic heritage sites, to stylish restaurants, great gastropubs and picturesque country inns. You can enjoy the dramatic views, rocky outcrops, peaty rivers, heather clad moors, dry stonewalls, hill villages and stunning walks of Cheshire’s Peak District. Explore the wide, gentle lowlands of the adjacent Cheshire Plain, characterised by canals and waterways, historic buildings and landmarks.
Explore the towns and villages that encompass this area and discover the home of Elizabeth Gaskell, the evening hangouts of the rich and famous, independent galleries, antique shops, stylish boutiques and of course fantastic markets selling a whole range of delicious Cheshire Produce.
Come and stay in a welcoming Cheshire Farm, where you can enjoy a sumptuous English breakfast made with the finest local ingredients before setting out into the Cheshire Peak District for fabulous walking and cycling adventures. Why not take a picnic, overlooking the Cheshire plain, made up of some of the area’s local specialities or head out for an evening of fantastic fine dining and wonderful entertainment. Alternatively, come and stay in an award winning, luxury holiday cottage where you can stay for a week or even a month. Come for a holiday or relaxing break; visit friends, family and discover the Cheshire Peak District with its many stylish restaurants, historic attractions, exhilarating walks and much more, just waiting for you.
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