Hillend

Settlement in Cheshire

England

Hillend

View South East from Hague End Pleasing view over the Etherow Valley towards the distant Dark Peak
View South East from Hague End Credit: Chris Heaton

Hillend is a small village located in the county of Cheshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles south of the town of Macclesfield, Hillend is known for its rural charm and picturesque surroundings. The village is set amidst rolling hills and beautiful countryside, providing residents and visitors with stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere.

Hillend is home to a small but tight-knit community, with a population of around 200 people. The village is characterized by a mix of traditional stone-built cottages and modern houses, giving it a unique blend of old-world charm and contemporary living. The village is well-maintained, with neat gardens and clean streets contributing to its overall appeal.

Despite its small size, Hillend offers a range of amenities to its residents. There is a local pub, The Hillend Arms, which serves as a social hub for the village and provides a warm and friendly environment for locals to gather. Additionally, there is a small convenience store that caters to the daily needs of the community.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The nearby Peak District National Park offers breathtaking landscapes and is a popular destination for hiking, cycling, and nature enthusiasts. Hillend is also close to several walking trails and bridleways, allowing residents to explore the surrounding countryside at their leisure.

Overall, Hillend is a charming village that offers a tranquil and close-knit community, stunning natural scenery, and easy access to outdoor activities. It is a place where residents can enjoy the beauty of the countryside while still being within a short distance of larger towns and cities in Cheshire.

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Hillend Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.446662/-2.0186309 or Grid Reference SJ9894. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View South East from Hague End Pleasing view over the Etherow Valley towards the distant Dark Peak
View South East from Hague End
Pleasing view over the Etherow Valley towards the distant Dark Peak
Gamesley Woodlands (wildlife pond) Gamesley Woodlands runs alongside the Manchester to Glossop rail line, it was originally railway sidings which formed part of the Mottram and Dinting Marshalling Yard. When the sidings closed pioneer tree species appeared, recently a bridleway has been laid and this pond constructed for the benefit of the public.
Gamesley Woodlands (wildlife pond)
Gamesley Woodlands runs alongside the Manchester to Glossop rail line, it was originally railway sidings which formed part of the Mottram and Dinting Marshalling Yard. When the sidings closed pioneer tree species appeared, recently a bridleway has been laid and this pond constructed for the benefit of the public.
Hidden signpost near Pear Tree Farm The marker for the Etherow Goyt Valley Trail is on the left leading up stone steps. a large fingerpost is out of view marked Valley Way. The area is also marked on the map as The Hague, the manor house of this name is half a mile away.
Hidden signpost near Pear Tree Farm
The marker for the Etherow Goyt Valley Trail is on the left leading up stone steps. a large fingerpost is out of view marked Valley Way. The area is also marked on the map as The Hague, the manor house of this name is half a mile away.
Fingerpost at The Hague The way straight on towards the gate leads onto the path towards Woolley Bridge.
Fingerpost at The Hague
The way straight on towards the gate leads onto the path towards Woolley Bridge.
Parting of the ways at Pear Tree Farm The stole on the left leads onto the path for Mottram .The hidden unmarked bridleway for Woolley Bridge is beside the stone pillar next to the gate for Pear Tree Farm.
Parting of the ways at Pear Tree Farm
The stole on the left leads onto the path for Mottram .The hidden unmarked bridleway for Woolley Bridge is beside the stone pillar next to the gate for Pear Tree Farm.
Looking over the Etherow Valley On a public footpath from Mottram
Looking over the Etherow Valley
On a public footpath from Mottram
Stile on path from Gamesley to Mottram On an old hollow way from the hamlet of The Hague up to Mottram
Stile on path from Gamesley to Mottram
On an old hollow way from the hamlet of The Hague up to Mottram
Paths for Broadbottom, Woolley Bridge and Melandra Castle
Paths for Broadbottom, Woolley Bridge and Melandra Castle
The Pennine Bridleway interim route near The Hague
The Pennine Bridleway interim route near The Hague
The Pennine Bridleway interim route near Carr House
The Pennine Bridleway interim route near Carr House
Farmland off Long Lane, Charlesworth
Farmland off Long Lane, Charlesworth
Neglected farm building at the end of Hague Road
Neglected farm building at the end of Hague Road
Cottage on Hague Road Near Pear Tree Farm
Cottage on Hague Road
Near Pear Tree Farm
Looking across Melandra Castle Road, Gamesley... ...to Grassmoor Crescent
Looking across Melandra Castle Road, Gamesley...
...to Grassmoor Crescent
Track to Carr House Farm
Track to Carr House Farm
Robin Wood Farm buildings on the Transpennine Trail, at Robin Wood near Gamesley.
Robin Wood
Farm buildings on the Transpennine Trail, at Robin Wood near Gamesley.
The Centurion Estate pub on the outer road of the Gamesley estate.

Named thus because of the proximity to the roman fort at Melandra Castle which lies just to the north of the estate.

People from the central Manchester slum clearances were shipped out here to the fresh air of Derbyshire in the 1960's.  This had a dramatic affect on the nearby townships of Glossop and Hadfield.
The Centurion
Estate pub on the outer road of the Gamesley estate. Named thus because of the proximity to the roman fort at Melandra Castle which lies just to the north of the estate. People from the central Manchester slum clearances were shipped out here to the fresh air of Derbyshire in the 1960's. This had a dramatic affect on the nearby townships of Glossop and Hadfield.
Near The Hague
Near The Hague
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Hillend is located at Grid Ref: SJ9894 (Lat: 53.446662, Lng: -2.0186309)

Unitary Authority: Tameside

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

What 3 Words

///stays.autumn.tinned. Near Longdendale, Manchester

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