This reserve features a mix of woodland, grassland, and wetland habitats, providing a haven for local wildlife. A network of trails and footpaths allows visitors to explore the area, spotting birds, insects, and small mammals. The reserve is particularly notable for its dragonfly population, with several species present. The site also boasts a variety of plant life, including wildflowers, trees, and shrubs.
Quite small free access green space on an old mining site - main attraction on the fine day when we last visited is the birds, swans with cygnets, squabbling coots and the odd moorhen. Easy walk with the pushchair and the 10 year old was able to try out his new camera photographing the wildlife.
Nice small nature reserve, not bad gravel paths, plenty of benches, liked by dog walkers.
Wonderful place to walk the dog. Very peaceful early morning and full nature. Great place
Lived in westhoughton all my life (23 years) and never knew about Eatock lodge only till today! Lovely greenery and peaceful.
A very nice cosy pond with lots of ducks and swans chirping around and quite a peaceful place with loads of benches to sit and enjoy.
It was a beautiful place to explore, loved listening to the birds singing.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Good for kids
Dogs allowed
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Quite small free access green space on an old mining site - main attraction on the fine day when we last visited is the birds, swans with cygnets, squabbling coots and the odd moorhen. Easy walk with the pushchair and the 10 year old was able to try out his new camera photographing the wildlife.
Nice small nature reserve, not bad gravel paths, plenty of benches, liked by dog walkers.
Wonderful place to walk the dog. Very peaceful early morning and full nature. Great place
Lived in westhoughton all my life (23 years) and never knew about Eatock lodge only till today! Lovely greenery and peaceful.
A very nice cosy pond with lots of ducks and swans chirping around and quite a peaceful place with loads of benches to sit and enjoy.
It was a beautiful place to explore, loved listening to the birds singing.
