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Parks & Countryside
From woodland walks to windswept moors, wildlife habitats to water sports, Bury’s countryside delivers the very best nature has to offer with an abundance of open spaces and parks for everyone to enjoy.
Burrs Country Park lies on the River Irwell with 36 hectares of scenic countryside, one mile north west of Bury town centre. While in the south with over 500 acres of woodland, Prestwich Forest Park offers a unique place to enjoy the outdoors within a relatively built-up suburban area. Nuttall Park in Ramsbottom provides a large play area and scenic parkland paths to stroll while taking in the view of passing steam trains and the majestic Holcombe Hill rising in the distance.
On the outskirts of Ramsbottom heading for Hawkshaw village lies Redisher woods,14 hectares of ancient woodland in a steep-sided stream valley with paths leading to Holcombe Moor ideal for a spot of pond dipping .
Forming part of the national cycle route the Kirklees Trail is a scenic 4.5km path for walkers, cyclists and horseriders along a former railway line linking Greenmount with Bury town centre.
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East Lancashire Railway
Type
Steam Railway
Bury
Experience the sounds, smell and stunning surroundings of this heritage railway.
The East Lancashire Railway is your gateway to grand adventure. As a big part of the North West’s history, the railway once formed the backbone of industry in the Irwell Valley, connecting local mill towns to…
Two Brooks Valley
Type
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Bury
Two Brooks Valley lies deep within Hawshaw valley between Turton Road and Bolton Road. The area provides the opportunity for a leisurely stroll in the delightful setting of woods, brooks, lodges.
Chesham Woods
Type
Country / Royal Park
Bury
Pasture and woodland on the edge of Bury town centre which offers a variety of walks and trails.
Burrs Country Park
Type
Country / Royal Park
Bury
Burrs Country Park is a beautiful country park located just a mile outside Bury town centre.
Close Park
Type
Municipal Park
Bury
Close Park is a public park located approximately 3 miles from Bury town centre and 1 mile from Radcliffe town centre. The park has a bowling green, football pitches, outdoor gym equipment, children's play area.
Philips Park
Type
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Whitefield
Take a walk in the Park at Philips Park Local Nature Reserve. A mosaic of wildlife, rich woodland, and grassland habitats on the boundary of Whitefield and Prestwich to the south of Bury.
Kirklees Trail
Type
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Bury
Take a stroll or cycle down the Kirklees trail, a former railway line linking Greenmount with Bury Town centre.
Irwell Sculpture Trail
Type
Waymarked Trail
Bury
The largest public arts scheme in the North West. There are currently 30 sculptures by regional, national and international artists which celebrate the area's heritage and landscape.
Outwood Country Park and Outwood Trail
Type
Cycling and Mountain Biking
Radcliffe
Country Park and Trail home to the Ruckreim cluster on the Irwell Sculpture Trail
Peel Tower and Holcombe Hill
Type
Tower
Ramsbottom
This well known Bury landmark was built in 1852, erected in tribute to one of Bury's most famous sons, Sir Robert Peel. Peel was the founder of the Police force and Prime Minister 1841-1846.
Prestwich Forest Park
Type
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Bury
Prestwich Forest Park offers 200 hectares of woodland and open space. There are plenty of places to explore and lots of wildlife to discover, regular activities, play area and mountain bike trail.
Redisher Wood
Type
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Bury
Explore 14 hectares of Ancient Woodland, largely unchanged since the mid 19th century.
Nuttall Park
Type
Municipal Park
Bury
Located within walking distance of Ramsbottom town centre and the East Lancashire Railway station, this popular riverside park includes a children's play ground, fitness trail and regular events.
Heaton Park
Type
Garden
Prestwich, Manchester
A beautiful space with a range of activities on offer for all ages.
Heaton Hall
Type
Historic House / Palace
Manchester
A magnificent 18th Century country house set in Heaton Park's rolling landscape.
