7 Cheshire & Staffordshire

In the Pennine Foothills with bakerbus

Leek Market Place (Photo: © Neil Coates)

Radiating out from Stoke-on-Trent and Macclesfield and for much of the time hugging the Pennine foothills, is a network of services operated by bakerbus that allow you to explore some delightful parts of north Staffordshire and east Cheshire. To the south, places served include Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stone and the famous Wedgwood Visitor Centre.

To the north lies Biddulph, home to the magnificent Biddulph Grange Gardens; Mow Cop visible for miles and an outstanding viewpoint; and the pleasant Georgian town of Congleton. Macclesfield, a town built on the silk trade has a great deal of historical interest, good shops, cafes and pubs. From here, another bakerbus service runs via charming Bollington to Stockport (ideal for shopping) or take another service to Knutsford, gateway to Tatton Park with its deer park, hall and formal gardens (Sundays & Bank Hols).

Travel Information & Fares

bakerbus www.bakerbus.com 01782 522101

The bakerbus ALL DAY TICKET (available from the driver of any bakerbus service) gives unlimited travel on their services in Staffordshire and Cheshire on the day of issue. Adults £3.70, Children £2.00, Family £7.00 (maximum of two adults and up to three children, all travelling together).

Tourist Information

www.visitstoke.co.uk
www.enjoystaffordshire.com
www.staffsmoorlands.gov.uk
www.visitcheshire.com
www.visit-stockport.com