Quaint village with a dinosaur footprint, lake and hidden pub

THE VILLAGE SHINES PARTICULARLY BRIGHT DURING THE SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS LIV CLARKE Tourism writer and EMILIA BONA Content Editor 13:11, 30 May 2025 Cheshire is home to more than its fair

share of picturesque towns and villages. Alderley Edge often comes to mind first, Holmes Chapel is known as the birthplace of Harry Styles, while Prestbury's Georgian-style houses

attract visitors from all over. Each of these places is worth a visit in its own right, but one stands out especially during the spring and summer months. Located on the edge of the village

next to the A56 is Lymm Dam, a dam and lake established in 1824. Today, it serves as a tranquil spot for a walk, with a trail that leads you around the perimeter through trees, past

boardwalks, and sandstone rocks. On your journey, you'll cross several bridges, including one with a mini-waterfall. It's a popular spot for fishing and is home to a variety of

waterfowl, including herons, which can often be seen hiding among the reeds, reports Cheshire Live. A coffee van usually parks up at the roadside where you can grab a drink and a sweet treat

for your walk, while several picnic benches are dotted amongst the trees by the lake, perfect for an al fresco lunch. The walk around the lake covers just over 2km in total, taking

approximately 30 minutes to complete. But this is just one aspect of the village - there's plenty more waiting to be explored. Enter through the gate at Church Road and follow The

Dingle path, which will lead you to the heart of the village. Here, you'll discover charming cottages, bakeries, cafes, and even a dinosaur's footprint (yes, you read that right).

This footprint was discovered in Lymm's Windmill Quarry during the 1840s and is believed to date back to the Triassic period - (200-250 million years BC). It's now encased in glass

and on display for all to see in the village. Venture further into the village along Eagle Brow as it transforms into the Cross, and you'll find yourself at the Bridgewater Canal. On a

clear day, you can even spot the Manchester skyline in the distance from the bridge. You have the option to amble along the towpath as far as you wish, watching as the village slowly

transitions into countryside. Article continues below Alternatively, bypass the canal walk and head straight to The Golden Fleece pub, perfectly situated by the water. This idyllic

18th-century pub is always a hit on sunny days, and despite its prime location, pints start from just £3.55 for Old Speckled Hen - a price certainly not to be scoffed at.