This former industrial site turned nature reserve features a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes. The reserve's terrain is characterized by steep slopes, rocky outcrops, and abandoned quarry pits, now filled with water and supporting a variety of aquatic life. The site's industrial past has also led to the creation of a distinctive urban-wildland interface, with buildings and infrastructure juxtaposed against a backdrop of wildflowers, grasses, and scrubby woodland. Despite its history, the reserve has become a haven for local wildlife, with species such as foxes, badgers, and birds inhabiting the area. Visitors can explore the reserve's network of footpaths and enjoy the dramatic views of the surrounding countryside.
Went right from the carpark for a cycle ride. Walked to the canal later Will visit again and cycle left. Love these old rail track rides. I'm very nervous on the roads so this is a fantastic alternative.
First time visit to the lovely nature reserve. What a little hidden gem. The footpaths are brilliant as they are made from very small stones so are ideal for year round visits and enable the use of pushchairs and mobility scooters etc. The walk around the nature reserve is relatively flat and leads onto the middlewood way which is also flat making it ideal for wheelchair use. Points of interest have information signs showing different types of wildlife. There is also a small hide area overlooking a large pond out on a small jetty. We had a wonderful time walking our dog here as a family. The nature reserve and footpaths were very clean and tidy and the the area was very quiet and tranquil. Highly recommended
Really good place to visit with free parking. We took 2 children age 5 and 8 with bikes, spent time looking at the nature reserve then took a long ride along the old railway track. Very enjoyable visit and we plan to go back or to different sections of Middlewood Way.
Easy access to a lovely little reserve. Plenty of free parking and accessible paths.
Nice spot to see wildflowers and insects etc .A credit for Cheshire East Council
Useful (free) car park surrounded by excellent countryside. Difficult to get to by car - but perhaps that's the point ?
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Hiking
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Dogs allowed
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Went right from the carpark for a cycle ride. Walked to the canal later Will visit again and cycle left. Love these old rail track rides. I'm very nervous on the roads so this is a fantastic alternative.
First time visit to the lovely nature reserve. What a little hidden gem. The footpaths are brilliant as they are made from very small stones so are ideal for year round visits and enable the use of pushchairs and mobility scooters etc. The walk around the nature reserve is relatively flat and leads onto the middlewood way which is also flat making it ideal for wheelchair use. Points of interest have information signs showing different types of wildlife. There is also a small hide area overlooking a large pond out on a small jetty. We had a wonderful time walking our dog here as a family. The nature reserve and footpaths were very clean and tidy and the the area was very quiet and tranquil. Highly recommended
Really good place to visit with free parking. We took 2 children age 5 and 8 with bikes, spent time looking at the nature reserve then took a long ride along the old railway track. Very enjoyable visit and we plan to go back or to different sections of Middlewood Way.
Easy access to a lovely little reserve. Plenty of free parking and accessible paths.
Nice spot to see wildflowers and insects etc .A credit for Cheshire East Council
Useful (free) car park surrounded by excellent countryside. Difficult to get to by car - but perhaps that's the point ?
