Timeline
15:30
Grab a local cask ale at the Old Market Tavern. It is open until 23:00 on weekdays and 24:00 on weekends, so you have plenty of time to settle in before the walk.
15:43
Walk through Stamford Park toward Watch Hill Castle. The park is a 49-minute walk from the castle, but you only need to cover the distance to get into position. Find a spot with a clear view to the west-southwest.
16:15
Watch the sun set directly behind the medieval motte-and-bailey. On these dates, the alignment is perfect around 16:15 local time. The castle stands north of the River Bollin, silhouetted against the fading light.
16:35
Head back to the Old Market Tavern for a second round or a coffee. The golden light has faded, and the pub is still open for the evening crowd.
Local tip
Check the route from Stamford Park to the castle if you are not familiar with the area. The walk is short but the terrain can be uneven near the ravine.
Check before you go
- The Old Market Tavern is open Mo-Th 15:00-23:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-24:00; Su 12:00-23:00.
Worth knowing
- Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Altrincham (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).