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 Dane Valley Route Description  7km (4.5 mile)  2 - 3 hours
A route from Brereton Local Nature Reserve crossing the River Dane through to Swettenham.
| The Dane Valley is one of the hidden gems of the Congleton area. The River has cut a course though the soft sand and gravels of the Cheshire Plain to create a scenic wooded valley. This is rich dairy country, with prime grazing for the county's famous cattle.
Tucked away in the valley is Swettenham, a village which has changed little over the years. St Peter's Church was built in the 13th century, possibly on the site of a much older building. Some of the original half-timbered structure can be seen in the north wall, although the rest of the church was encased in brick in 1720. The pub opposite was once a nunnery and is said to be linked to St. Peter's by an underground passage.
Swettenham Mill on Midge Brook was built as a corn mill, but more recently was used to power heavy timber cutting machinery. The woods behind are known as Daffodil Dell and were a favourite outing in the spring for local people. |
 | Swettenham Meadows above the brook are full of wildflowers all summer long, and today are managed as a nature reserve by Cheshire Wildlife Trust.
 Accessibility:
Mainly public rights of way with some country lanes.
9 stiles, 6 kissing gates
 How to get there:
For all passenger travel and timetable information contact Cheshire Traveline on 0871 200 22 33.
Lines are open 8:00am - 8:00pm, every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.
 Contact:
countryside@cheshire.gov.uk
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