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Wildlife

Herd of deer with sheep

Easter Wildlife Trail

Throughout Easter, Saturday 28th March to Sunday 19th April take part on our Adlington wildlife trail.

A self-guided trail and fun adventure for the whole family.

Map of the Wildlife Trail

This trail takes you through the countryside of Adlington. An area that will be affected by any mass development. Starting at The Windmill pub (SK10 5SJ) to collect your trail checklist or download below. The Windmill is closed on Mondays but they have generously permitted the use of their car park.

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A Lapwing standing in grass

Discover the Lapwing

The Northern Lapwing is one of the most distinctive birds of the British countryside and a special part of the farmland landscape around Adlington, Cheshire.

Often known as the “Peewit” because of its unmistakable call, this remarkable bird is a sure sign that spring has arrived.

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Nature of Adlington Gallery

Photos from in and around Adlington showcasing the wide variety of wildlife found here.

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A colorful pheasant standing among green foliage, with a bright red face, black crest, white neck markings, and brown patterned body, partially hidden by leaves.

Cheshire Wildlife Trust Raises Alarm Over Adlington New Town

Cheshire Wildlife Trust has published a new ecological report highlighting the significant nature and wildlife value of the Adlington area and warning that proposals for a new town could cause irreversible environmental harm. Read More
A field of sheep grazing in Adlington's Greenbelt countryside

Loss of Habitat

The area around Adlington contains a rich and varied landscape: small irregular fields with tall hedgerows, in-field trees, scattered ponds, meadows, streams and woodlands. Read More

Easter Wildlife Trail

Herd of deer with sheep

People Poster Party

Illustration of a people poster spelling No New Town

Why Adlington Was Not Selected for the New Towns Programme?

Photo of trees in mist with White Nancy

Major Victory as New Town Proposal Dropped

Adlington sign on autumnal road

Lapwing Bag

Bag featuring a lapwing. Caption Supporters of the Adlington Greenbelt.
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