A Forested Invitation to Move with Care

Ivy Green is a quiet, forested pocket within the Chorlton Ees Nature Reserve in Manchester. With shaded paths, grassy meadows, and a small lake, it offers a gentle walking experience for disabled visitors seeking solitude, sensory ease, and emotional metabolising. The terrain is varied but generally good, with tree cover supporting pacing and visual calm. Whether you’re walking with wheels, resting by the water, or exploring with companions, Ivy Green welcomes you into a landscape of quiet restoration, sensory refuge, and ecological intimacy.

Woodland Trust: Ivy Green & Chorlton Ees

Why Visit?

Ivy Green offers a quieter, more enclosed walking experience within the Chorlton Ees system. It’s ideal for emotional pacing, sensory rest, and quiet belonging.

☑ You’re seeking a forested space with shaded paths and water features
☑ You want to explore nature gently, with emotional spaciousness
☑ You’re planning a visit with companions or support
☑ You value spaces shaped by biodiversity, care, and disabled wisdom

My reason for visiting is…
“I’m drawn to Ivy Green because…” ___________________________________________

Planning Your Trip

Here’s a practical overview to help you prepare with confidence and care:

Paths are generally good; uneven terrain near the lake	Details	Access Notes
Location	Adjacent to Chorlton Ees, near River Mersey	Paths generally good; uneven terrain near lake
Transport	Accessible via TfGM bus routes	Check for step-free access and ramp availability
Parking	On-street near Chorlton Green	No designated disabled bays, check availability
Toilets	None on site	Nearest accessible toilets may be in Chorlton centre or nearby cafés
Picnic Areas	Lakeside and meadow edges	May require assistance over grassy terrain

☑ I’ve checked transport and parking options
☑ I’ve packed sensory supports and mobility aids
☑ I’ve planned for toilet access and rest stops

One thing I need to feel safe and welcome is…
“To feel at ease, I’ll make sure…” ___________________________________________

Access Highlights

Ivy Green features shaded woodland paths, grassy meadows, and a small lake. It’s a space for gentle movement, biodiversity, and emotional metabolising.

☑ Tree cover and quiet zones for pacing
☑ Water features for visual calm and wildlife watching
☑ Benches and rest points along main paths
☑ Connection to Chorlton Ees and wider Mersey Valley trail

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