A WALKING group for Ellesmere has got its new year underway with a variety of walks around the town and surrounding villages.

The Mere Ambles walking group is urging people to joint hem to 'blow the cobwebs away' this January with a choice of walks either a nice gentle walk and a chat with fellow walkers or a longer walk for the more able walkers.

A spokesman said: "All walks are free of charge and lead by trained walk leaders – sorry no dogs allowed.

"Next week's walks are on Wednesday, January 5 (today) both walks start at 10am sharp.

"One hour walkers meet at the wharf at 9.45am.

"The one-hour walk will be the Loop Circular, a local walk around the lanes and roads of Ellesmere you may not know about.

"Your walk leader will be Angela.

The two-hour plus walk – Welshampton Circular – to walk lanes, roads and towpaths in the area (cars)

"Parking is at Welshampton Village Hall and your walk leader will be Dave.

"Enjoy your walks."

Fopr more about the group, head to Ellesmere Community News on Facebook.