Parks and nature reserves in Poynton

Questions parents ask

Can I walk round it with a buggy and both a toddler and an older child?

There is a wheelchair accessible route onto the Middlewood Way via two radar padlocked field gates, and the site has path-side benches for rest stops. We haven't confirmed whether all paths are buggy-friendly, so contact the ranger to ask about the specific routes you'd use.

Is there somewhere to eat, or should we bring a picnic?

We haven't confirmed a café at the reserve. You're welcome to bring a picnic, though we haven't confirmed a dedicated picnic area either — contact the ranger service to ask about the best spots to eat.

How long should we allow?

The reserve is 9½ hectares with several suggested walking routes marked on information boards and recent wildlife sightings displayed. Allow at least an hour for a gentle explore, longer if you're doing a guided walk or serious birdwatching.

Does it work in bad weather?

It's an outdoor woodland site with paths, so heavy rain and muddy ground may make it difficult, especially with younger children. The car park closes at dusk, but the reserve is accessible on foot at all times, including in poor weather.

What should we bring that people forget?

Binoculars for wildlife watching, a bird identification guide, and waterproof clothes — the wetland habitats and woodland paths can be damp even when it hasn't recently rained. Dogs are welcome if kept on a lead, and there's a dog waste bin on site.

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