Burrs Country Park

Burrs Country Park lies on the outskirts of Bury and holds the prestigious Green Flag parks award. The 36 acre park features a wide variety of landscapes (woodland, wetland, ponds, open space etc.) and offers good opportunities for walking, picnicking and bird watching. Other features include:

Irwell Sculpture Trail

The park is home to 3 sculptures on the Irwell Sculpture Trail; Waterwheel by David Kemp, Stone Cycle by Julie Edwards, and Picnic Area by David Fryer.

Burrs Activity Centre

The privately run Burrs Activity Centre is the only centre in the UK that offers onsite white-water kayaking and canoeing. Other activities offered include abseiling, rafting, archery and indoor climbing.

Fishing

Fishing is offered on Woodhill Mill Lodge. Tickets are available on the bank from the water bailiff.

Reviews / Comments / Additional Information

S Jackson
Burrs County Park is a full family day out. From the water to the walks it is a wonderful place to go for a day out. Try it for yourself.
Tony Bell
A very nice park. It thoroughly deserves its Green Flag award.

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Bury Council, Lester House, 21 Broad Street, Bury BL9 0AW

Tel: 0161 253 5353

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