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Blackley Forest

Tourist attraction Nature preserve National forest

👍👍 Beautiful nature spot. There are woods and water pond with birds-coots, ducks, other water birds. There are plenty of walking trails and the river. However if you want to park your car you need look for some alternatives nearby. This place is located between the streets and quite close to Heaton Par... People often mention forest, walk, nice,


Address

Victoria Ave, Manchester M9 0PL, United Kingdom

Website

www.blackleyforest.com

Contact

+44 161 795 0900

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (157 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: forest (9) walk (7) nice (6)
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  • 5/5 Ag R. 1 year ago on Google • 111 reviews
    Beautiful nature spot. There are woods and water pond with birds-coots, ducks, other water birds. There are plenty of walking trails and the river. However if you want to park your car you need look for some alternatives nearby. This place is located between the streets and quite close to Heaton Park. Truly nature gem and reservoir just in the middle of the town that is a bit unusual. Great place for birds watching and listening.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Macica S. 1 year ago on Google • 21 reviews
    Nice, quite forest, not too big, just short walk.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Barbara M. 3 years ago on Google • 16 reviews
    Lovely Community Forest. My children used to play there but I had only gone in for the odd walk round the lake until recently. Since Lockdown 2020 I have been all over including off the beaten path. It isn't that large but it's an interesting forest as it has a lake, a river hills and steps. The entrance off Victoria Avenue has ramped access although only the path near River Irk is level enough for wheelchairs. The other main entrance is off Blackley New Road. The birdsong in there is just amazing and a kingfisher has been regularly spotted on the River Irk. You can also see the occasional deer - we spotted one by the river but we have heard lots of accounts of other sightings all over the forest. We have enjoyed watching two pairs of coots caring for their offspring on the lake. They are very good parents and fierce in their protection of their young. I definitely recommend exploring this forest.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Teresa W. 2 years ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Nice shaded walk on hot days for the dogs, and a nice paddle in the stream as well.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A C. 4 years ago on Google • 50 reviews
    I love this place. So close to home and not as busy as near by Heaton Park. It is dog friendly and all the locals are very nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tuvya c. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice small local woodlands with the River Irk passing through Kids enjoy jumping across on to the island in the middle of the river. Was great making a wig wham a few years ago with my children near Blackley New Rd entrance and coming back a short time later to see others had copied our idea. Every times i take my family we see more wig whams. Even made a wig wham competition in the forest with youth group that i'm involved with. Brill place. Enthusiasts can carry on walking up to Middleton after crossing Victoria Ave
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James P. 4 months ago on Google • 46 reviews
    Lovely place to walk and see wildlife

  • 5/5 Zita R. 4 years ago on Google • 45 reviews
    It is a small forest but very nice

  • 5/5 Derek H. 3 years ago on Google • 27 reviews
    Nice walking area especially for children. Went on a warm day so kids paddled in the stream and explored the wooded area. Enjoyed.

  • 5/5 Pamela W. 2 months ago on Google • 27 reviews New
    Peaceful, beautiful walk.

  • 3/5 Chantelle A. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful water running through the forest, although it could do with a small amount rubbish clearing out of it it's mind clearing.👍 I feel like man made areas of the forest(peep windows)need a little up keep😬...or paint!to make them a focus and give them purpose again.😁 Theirs a hidden white bench near the peep windows in the middle of the woods its..random, but nice spot to sit off the path. Up hill areas so be ready to hike a little. But I love this forest. Just needs a little care.💚

  • 5/5 David L. 1 year ago on Google
    I have drove past here over and over then my wife suggested we take our dogs there for a walk well to say the least I was totally surprised to know was a beautiful hidden gem of a place was just of the main road lovely and peaceful people were nice it was a nice walk for us all

  • 5/5 Lee B. 3 years ago on Google
    Ancient woodlands, right on your doorstep...

  • 5/5 Monika 3 years ago on Google • 1 review
    Beautiful place for a quick getaway from the city. Barely any people.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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