CHRISTMAS Day is a time of overindulgence for many, eating enough food to feed a small army before falling asleep in front of the television.
That makes Boxing Day the perfect day to undo all that good work and get outside in the great outdoors and make a start on burning off those Christmas calories.
With that in mind, here are some of the best walks around Whitchurch to get the blood pumping and the calories burning.
- Wirswall
Starting in Terrick Road, the walk to the summit of Wirswall will take you to an altitude of 515 feet or just shy of 160 metres.
And those that brave the 40-or-so minute trek up to the top will be treated to exception views of the Cheshire Plain.
- Corbett Wood
A few miles down the road from Whitchurch on the A49 is Corbett Wood, a former quarry and large hill which provides great views to the south.
There is some easy walking at the bottom of the hill, however the steep slopes mean that most of the walks are rugged so stout footwear is essential.
A family-friendly route has also been designed at the site.
- Prees Higher Heath
Perhaps a slightly lesser known walk is hidden in the forest along the A41 in Higher Heath.
The site is mostly flat and forested and those with an interest in history will delight at the former military buildings dotted around the site.
- Whixall Moss
Straddling the English border, near Whitchurch in Shropshire and Wrexham in Wales, lies one of the biggest and best raised bogs in Britain.
Its astonishingly varied wildlife makes it a place of international importance and visitors to the site will also delight at the recent inclusion of a viewing platform, providing expansive views of the whole site.
- Brown Moss
Brown Moss is within walking distance of Whitchurch town centre but also has a car park for those who are not yet feeling up for the full challenge.
The walk is circles around the beautiful nature reserve, with the lake itself varying in height depending on recent rainfall.
Pack a pair of wellies or walking boots though, as conditions can often be muddy!
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