Timeline
09:00
Start at Old Churchyard Cemetery. Take a slow walk among the headstones of the first settlers. The quiet atmosphere here is best in the morning before the day gets busy.
09:25
Walk southeast to the Stafford Hill Memorial. This stone monument marks the burial site of Joab Stafford. It is a short, gentle walk from the main cemetery grounds.
09:45
Stafford Hill Wildlife Management Area
Continue southeast into the Stafford Hill Wildlife Management Area. This 1440-acre preserve offers forest and field trails. It is a good spot to sit for a snack or just enjoy the natural surroundings.
Local tip
There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity. Bring water and a snack with you, or plan to eat in Cheshire town center before or after this walk.
Check before you go
- The Old Churchyard Cemetery is open to the public, but please be respectful of the graves.
- Check local parking regulations if you are driving to the wildlife management area.
- Wear sturdy shoes for the walks between the cemetery, the memorial, and the wildlife area.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cheshire (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).