A Woodland Invitation to Move with Care

Boggart Hole Clough is a 190-acre ancient woodland and urban country park in Blackley, North Manchester. Designated a Local Nature Reserve in 2008, it features steep ravines, sloping gullies, lakeside paths, and a rich history of public gatherings, including a 1906 women’s suffrage demonstration attended by 15,000 people. With surfaced trails, play areas, and a visitor centre, it’s ideal for disabled visitors seeking emotional pacing, sensory ease, and dignified access. Whether you’re walking with wheels, resting by the lake, or exploring folklore-rich woodland, Boggart Hole Clough welcomes you into a landscape of ancient woodland, radical memory, and sensory mystery.

Manchester City Council – Boggart Hole Clough
Boggart Hole Clough – Wikipedia
Walks with Kids – Going on an Adventure
Manchester History – Park Archive

Why Visit?

Boggart Hole Clough offers a rare blend of ancient woodland, community history, and accessible design. It’s ideal for disabled visitors seeking a layered landscape with emotional spaciousness and sensory richness.

☑ You’re seeking a woodland walk with surfaced paths and lakeside views
☑ You want to explore folklore, history, and biodiversity
☑ You’re planning a visit with companions or support
☑ You value spaces shaped by regeneration, care, and disabled wisdom

My reason for visiting is…
“I’m drawn to Boggart Hole Clough because…” ___________________________________________

Planning Your Trip

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

Feature	Details	Access Notes
Location	Charlestown Rd, Blackley, Manchester M9 7DH	Multiple entrances; main access via Charlestown Road
Parking	Large car park near the visitor centre; smaller lot by the lake	Accessible bays available; roadside parking nearby
Transport	Bus routes via TfGM; nearest station: Moston	Step-free access varies; check TfGM
Toilets	Public toilets at the visitor centre	Accessible cubicle available
Picnic Areas	Lakeside benches, grassy banks, and woodland clearings	Choose spots near surfaced paths for easier access

☑ 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

Boggart Hole Clough features surfaced trails, steep woodland gullies, and a boating lake. It’s a space for gentle movement, biodiversity, and emotional metabolising.

☑ Step-free paths around the lake and the visitor centre
☑ Steeper woodland trails with uneven terrain, explore with care
☑ Athletics track, play areas, fishing pond, and boating lake
☑ Café with free Wi-Fi and seasonal events
☑ Folklore: the “boggart” spirit said to haunt the clough

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