This nature reserve features a mix of ancient woodland, grassland, and wetland habitats, providing a haven for a diverse range of wildlife. The woods are dominated by oak, ash, and hazel trees, with a carpet of bluebells, wild garlic, and wood anemones in the spring. The grasslands are home to a variety of wildflowers, including orchids, and the wetlands attract birds such as snipe, lapwing, and curlew. A network of trails and footpaths allows visitors to explore the reserve, with scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
Serene Nature, a very relaxing place where you can get the bird chirps and sounds of a flowing river.. Tranquil place.
I've been visiting this place for many years and it's always beautiful no matter the season. You can walk, run, or walk your dog here. In Spring you can sometimes find baby birds. During Summer you can often see huge dragon flies buzzing around. In Winter the frost and ice is just amazing to see in the morning. It's well maintained so usually no litter on the ground.
Beautiful nature with many water bodies. Ideal for nature walking.
Excellent for walking, fishing, dog walking, running, etc. A mix of areas, most paths are flat but there are some paths up banks. There's a large grassy field near the hall, and an area with long wild grass and flowers (with orchids/etc) between the parking and the hall. The rest is generally woodlands next to streams, rivers, weird, and ponds. There are some large old trees. The invasive himalayan balsam is everywhere. Most bits are dry but it's often muddy around gates. In general, people are friendly and it's lovely to walk around. You get the odd idiot on a motorbike very very infrequently. It's my local go-to place for dog walking - not enough dog bins really, the main one being at the parking area and the pond with the geese and swans in it with metal picnic benches (layby end of the park).
Nice little park there is a few lakes its not a massive place but a good place for dog walkers or a quiet walk. If like me you like the wildlife this is a good place for herons,Coots,Ducks,Swans. The parking is free but If I remember they lock the gate at 4pm so be sure to check that if you use the carpark.
Lovely place for a walk alongbl the Irk. Lever Bridge is a listed building and deserves a look. This is a planted wood but has some lovely old trees. Down side is many dogs off the lead, Whilst the river is cleaner than in the past United Utilities fail to keep the river clean and it is an overflow when the sewers struggle with rain and household rubbish clogs the outflow pipes. Occasionally lads on motorbikes and quads.
Hiking
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Dogs allowed
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Serene Nature, a very relaxing place where you can get the bird chirps and sounds of a flowing river.. Tranquil place.
I've been visiting this place for many years and it's always beautiful no matter the season. You can walk, run, or walk your dog here. In Spring you can sometimes find baby birds. During Summer you can often see huge dragon flies buzzing around. In Winter the frost and ice is just amazing to see in the morning. It's well maintained so usually no litter on the ground.
Beautiful nature with many water bodies. Ideal for nature walking.
Excellent for walking, fishing, dog walking, running, etc. A mix of areas, most paths are flat but there are some paths up banks. There's a large grassy field near the hall, and an area with long wild grass and flowers (with orchids/etc) between the parking and the hall. The rest is generally woodlands next to streams, rivers, weird, and ponds. There are some large old trees. The invasive himalayan balsam is everywhere. Most bits are dry but it's often muddy around gates. In general, people are friendly and it's lovely to walk around. You get the odd idiot on a motorbike very very infrequently. It's my local go-to place for dog walking - not enough dog bins really, the main one being at the parking area and the pond with the geese and swans in it with metal picnic benches (layby end of the park).
Nice little park there is a few lakes its not a massive place but a good place for dog walkers or a quiet walk. If like me you like the wildlife this is a good place for herons,Coots,Ducks,Swans. The parking is free but If I remember they lock the gate at 4pm so be sure to check that if you use the carpark.
Lovely place for a walk alongbl the Irk. Lever Bridge is a listed building and deserves a look. This is a planted wood but has some lovely old trees. Down side is many dogs off the lead, Whilst the river is cleaner than in the past United Utilities fail to keep the river clean and it is an overflow when the sewers struggle with rain and household rubbish clogs the outflow pipes. Occasionally lads on motorbikes and quads.
