Natural scenery in Manchester

“Came to this park for the Dino kingdom experience. Such a nice big park. And was so clean and tidy. We noticed a lovely play ground but didn't have chance to go on it as we were leaving. Will more than likely come back here again to walk around and explore more.”

“Parking is easy if arriving early at the woods entrance near the college main gate. Lovely walk through the trees by the river, then up around the water works onto farmland where you may see deer. Then around the wonderful wild glade woods and back again. Saw lots of Wrens, Robins, Finches, Nuthatch etc. The usual suspects. Looks nice and clean, mostly.”

“A wonderful park...BMX track which we enjoyed watching people use, different areas of the park including an area with sandpit, swings, slides, climbing apparatus, a zip line that was unfortunately broken, a small pond with ducks and a fantastic interactive game with silver poles that had built in touch screen games such as 2 people one is red one is blue and when your colour lights up on pole you hit it to turn it off - never seen before and it was a huge hit!!”

“Free to enter, pay and display parking. Very interesting Victorian engineering. Visitors centre, children's play area, café & gift shop. Staff are all very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is very good.”

“If you like lake or that kind of water body, This place is a beauty. So serene. We picked some wild blackberries too.”

“Excellent for dogs & if you love scenic woods an water. Paths too & off track. Lots of routes. Love it.”

“Beautiful walk you leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind its like your in the countryside”

“The park is so quiet and peaceful. For those who haven't been there yet, I highly recommend it. It has a short maze for kids to go through, a play area and a rock climbing area too. It has a Café and a small garden that you can look in to. I used to work there and we thought of many ideas. We wanted to open it up as a public place which I tried to do by inviting people in when I was there working, but now, it's like it's a bit forgotten... I don't know if the people who have access to it are still working on it or not, but it would be great if they are, because maybe after Covid, we could get together again and see how we can re-do it. I had some quite good ideas, and I think that if we start to work there again, we can see if we can open it up as a nice place for absolutely everyone, maybe mine the other people who working there ideas can still work out. Thank you for reading this review on Dunwood Park.”

“This is a beautiful park which has kids play area and walking path for dog owners. Follow me on FB and YouTube '2 Muslim night riders' for more bike adventures”

“This is the best park in Bolton because there is some cleaning contrary to the small parks. Huge space which is family friendly during day (I would not advise to be there after sunset - like in every park unfortunately)when there is no animals off leash and young thugs.”

“The grounds of Mesnes Park are kept beautifully, certainly a lovely walk with much to do. There’s good old Fredericks ice cream at the centre with reasonably priced ice cream and deserts available, parks for the kids to play, plenty of space and smooth paths for kids (or adults) to roller skate/skateboard, and plenty of ducks, swans and geese (I think) to feed. Overall, a lovely little trip now the weathers getting better!”

“Nice little cafe with a good selection of baguettes, sandwiches, sausage rolls, chips and gravy. Nice cakes and hit dri js too. Very convenient for the lake.”

“Truly boat house serves pure coffee,I enjoyed , breakfast,Paninis and lunch available in exact time.winter opening hours 9 am to 4 pm.”

“Lovely charity cafè. Great selection of food (even for vegans) and friendly caring staff. Park itself if great to walk your dog so if you're in need for a hot drink while doing so, this is the place to go!”

“Lovely lady behind the counter came out with biscuits for my two dogs, and made sure they had water! Lovely pasty and tea. Many thanks”

“Staff brilliant as always. Cheese and Onion and Steak pies the best we've ever tasted in any venue in a long time - well done Chef!”

“Popped into the Shepherds Arms whilst touring the area in our Motorhome little gem of a pub up a quite street well worth a visit, friendly bar staff are a credit to the pub.”

“A lovely park,so well maintained and Lydia's cafe is lovely.Very friendly staff.”

“It's around a beautiful lake.open country side.you see horses hares, birds, pavillion cafe freshly prepared food friendly staff breath taking views”

“Nice compact nature park with paths forming a few circular walks. A few ponds and a small stream running through. Cafe near the car park. Wheelchair accessible path from the cafe to 'Roscoe's roundabout'. A few non wheel friendly paths criss crossing too. Popular for dog walking.”

“Highfield Country Park worth visit & must visit to keep a park. In 2017, plans for redeveloping an area of Highfield Country Park were passed by Manchester Council. Friends of Highfield Country Park objected to this decision but were overruled. The park is suitable for all the family to go there for a good time picnics, walk, cycling and to explore the park. Probably you need a few visits to cover the whole park.”

“Lovely open park, good playground for younger kids, plenty of space to give dog a run. Good community friendly feel. There is small skate ramp, 3 tennis courts, small woodland walk area, and two ornamental ponds in middle of the park. It has recently had four wheelchair enabled access picnic benches installed. There is a little scooter area designed especially for younger kids. Regular visits by local coffee van near the ponds.”

“Love this place but please, if you're visiting, do take your litter and other waste with you. It's an enchanting place with probably a few little folk as there's Scarlet Elf Cups on the elder trees but it definitely doesn't have dog poo or coffee cup fairies!”

“Perfect hour with the dogs here. Lots of space to roam'and very well maintained”

“Simply a beautiful location to enjoy a drink or delicious bite. We always enjoy combining lunch here with a walk around Castlefield or a visit to the MOSI and Manchester library.”

“A really nice cafe with a good selection of food. They had nice cakes as well as breakfast items which looked tasty. Staff were really friendly and gave great service. There is a large indoor seating area which was clean and tidy.”

“Service and staff were fantastic. The food was really nice at dinner time..Breakfast in the morning was freshly prepared and really good quality/ value. The rooms albeit a little small were warm and very clean. Piping hot water for the showers, very comfy bed and quiet .. can't fault it will be back”

“Great park for the kids. Large play area with lots of fields for children to play football etc. Lots of squirrels to feed too.”

“A well loved park with lots of things to do. A community group looks after the park and arranges regular events that anyone can attend. It has Green Cafe which can be used by the local community groups, a bowling club, tennis club, play area, Secret Garden and lots of other things! All in all a very nice place to go and be!”

“It is a great place to walk the cocuguni dog and get some air.”