Blackleach Country Park

A green haven at your doorstep, Blackleach Country Park is a mere half a mile from Walkden’s town centre.

Blackleach holds the renowned Green Flag designation and was formally recognised as a Local Nature Reserve (in 2004). This location is great for taking in the scenery, going fishing, feeding ducks, or just taking in the nature.

The property is easily accessible by bus or automobile from the A575, and connections to other rural areas may be established through the network of former railroad lines that have been transformed into secure, off-road walks and bicycle trails.

With the assistance of a passionate friend group, who together offer an engaging programme of activities and events, the Salford Ranger Team operates the location and tourist centre.

Schools and community organisations can use the website. Additionally, diverse outdoor education activities can be planned to suit various needs.

People who know Blackleach

A neighbourhood volunteer organisation called the Friends of Blackleach collaborates with the Salford Ranger Team to manage and preserve the national park.

This committee meets frequently to plan new initiatives and oversee the website.

Call Phil Hagerty at 0161 790 7746 for additional details about the pals group.

John Street, Walkden, M28 3TD is the address.
Classification of a nearby nature reserve
pedestrian accessibility All day, every day access. Call 0161 7907746 for further details.

Facilities:

automobile parking
Toilets for orienteering at Fishing Lake Visitor Center

Yes, park rangers
Friendship circle: Yes

How can I travel there?

By car

Between Walkden and Farnworth, on the A575, Bolton Road, is where you can find Blackleach Country Park. Car parks close at dusk.

Public transportation connections

Train

About a mile will take you to get to Blackleach Country Park from Walkden station (no Sunday services).

Buses

12, 31, 37, 38, 39, and 39, in that order. At Walkden Town Centre, 68 stops. On Bolton Road, Blackleach is situated about half a mile from the town centre.

200 metres from the park, on Hill Top Road (also known as Bolton Road), the numbers 25, 552, 554, 554 and 551, 556 stop. Visit GMPTE for additional details.