Greave

Settlement in Cheshire

England

Greave

Chadkirk Bridge Completed in 2012 Chadkirk Bridge spans the River Goyt. — Chadkirk Bridge Credit: Stephen Burton

Greave is a small village located in the county of Cheshire, England. It is situated in the eastern part of the county, near the town of Macclesfield. The village is primarily residential, with a population of around 500 residents.

Greave is known for its picturesque countryside, offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills and fields. The village is nestled in a rural setting, providing a peaceful and idyllic environment for its residents. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, charming meadows, and quaint country lanes.

Although small in size, Greave has a close-knit community that takes pride in its local heritage. The village features a few amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub. The pub serves as a hub for social gatherings and community events, fostering a sense of camaraderie among residents.

The village benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and cities. Macclesfield, located just a short distance away, provides access to a wider range of amenities and services, including shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities. The village is also well-connected to the rest of the county through a network of roads and public transportation.

Greave offers a tranquil and charming living environment for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle. Its scenic surroundings and community spirit make it an attractive place to live for individuals and families alike.

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Greave Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.422905/-2.0824683 or Grid Reference SJ9491. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chadkirk Bridge

Completed in 2012 Chadkirk Bridge spans the River Goyt.

Stephen Burton

River Goyt

View upstream from Chadkirk Bridge.

Dave Dunford

Path from Chadkirk Bridge

Well-surfaced path leading towards Chadkirk Chapel.

Dave Dunford

Path to Vale Road

Linking track close to Chadkirk Bridge.

Dave Dunford

Start of permitted path

Entrance to a permitted path that runs alongside Vale Road towards Chadkirk Chapel.

Dave Dunford

Path from Vale Road

The Alan Newton Way is named after Stockport's medal-winning cyclist, and runs from Marple to Stockport via the Goyt valley. The Chadkirk Trail is a short route around the grounds of Chadkirk Chapel.

Dave Dunford

Bridge over River Goyt

Chris Morgan

Ford across River Goyt on Vale Road

Chris Morgan

New bridge over the River Goyt

Installed in 2020 The bridge forms part of a new off-road walking and cycling route linking Bredbury and Little Moor. It replaces a ford a little way downstream.

Graham Hogg

Boat crossing Marple Aqueduct

A grade I listed structure and scheduled Ancient Monument of 1794 - 1801 on the Peak Forest Canal. The adjacent railway viaduct is grade II listed, 1863.

Robin Webster

Hyde Bank Tunnel, south-east end, 1984

On the Peak Forest Canal.

Robin Webster

Peak Forest Canal - Woodley Tunnel north end, 1984

The two proper tunnels on the Peak Forest Canal differ in design, this is narrow and high but has a towpath through, Hyde Bank Tunnel does not and is wide and low.

Robin Webster

Romiley Precinct

Shops in the centre of Romiley. On the left is the Post Office. To the right is the Forum theatre. A temporary addition to the square is the Theatre Frog. Sponsored by Romiley Board Mill Link

and representing Bredbury Green and Romiley Ward it is one of 17 frogs taking up residence in wards across Stockport Borough in addition to the 21 frogs across the town centre. as part of Stockport's Gigantic Leap Frog Art Trail.