This former colliery site has been transformed into a thriving nature reserve, featuring walking trails, woodland, and wetlands. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and insects, and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore the remains of the old colliery, including the pithead and winding engine, and learn about the site's industrial heritage through informative displays. The park also features a café, picnic areas, and a children's play area, making it a great destination for families and nature lovers alike.
Lots of different trails you can go on, you can tailor it to however short or long you want. Great opportunity for some fresh air and a good podcast catch up. Free.
Very wet and in places muddy at the moment, but great for dogs and with great autumn colours
It's a lovely walk. Plenty of dog walkers go here the only downside is that there isnt many dog waste bins. You can see squirrels in the tree tops as well as bats at night. There's also ducks in the pond
Pleasant quiet park, dogs all under control. Will definitely return.
Lovely place for a walk with your dog.
Nice little pond at the bottom, full of tadpoles
Hiking
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Dogs allowed
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Lots of different trails you can go on, you can tailor it to however short or long you want. Great opportunity for some fresh air and a good podcast catch up. Free.
Very wet and in places muddy at the moment, but great for dogs and with great autumn colours
It's a lovely walk. Plenty of dog walkers go here the only downside is that there isnt many dog waste bins. You can see squirrels in the tree tops as well as bats at night. There's also ducks in the pond
Pleasant quiet park, dogs all under control. Will definitely return.
Lovely place for a walk with your dog.
Nice little pond at the bottom, full of tadpoles
