Pennington Flash Country Park
Off St Helens Road
Leigh, Greater Manchester
Manchester
WN7 3PA
United Kingdom
General description
Pennington Flash Country Park is a 200 hectares (494 acres) country park located between Lowton and Leigh in Greater Manchester, England.
The flash itself is a 70 hectares (173 acres) lake. It is an extensive nature reserve with several bird hides and a network of tracks and footpaths, nationally renowned for its birdlife. A variety of well-maintained paths cater for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Ideal for disabled persons the Flash's hides have ramps for wheelchair access.
One of the premier birdwatching sites in North West England, over 230 bird species have been recorded on site including: Black-faced Bunting, Nightingale, Marsh Harrier, Spoonbill and Leach's Storm-petrel. Additionally, a wide variety of butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies can be spotted in the area.
Facilities include a small information centre, a nine-hole municipal golf course, a pay and display car park, a children’s play area, picnic and recreation areas, fishing on certain shores.
Other information
Type(s): Lake, Park
This is an indoor/outdoor location, and the average cost for two adults is 0 Pounds.
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Added by Jokes and More Jokes on Tue 9 Jun 2009 12:24