

Former colliery lakes and reedbeds offering calm water reflections, winding paths, birdlife (kingfishers, herons, winter wildfowl) and open skies — great for tranquil landscapes, waterscapes and wildlife. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm light and reflections; weekdays and early mornings are quieter. Free entry with a small car park off Old Thorne Rd; mostly level paths and some boardwalks (partial wheelchair access). Seasonal interest: spring nesting, autumn colours, winter migratory birds.


Former colliery lakes and reedbeds offering calm water reflections, winding paths, birdlife (kingfishers, herons, winter wildfowl) and open skies — great for tranquil landscapes, waterscapes and wildlife. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm light and reflections; weekdays and early mornings are quieter. Free entry with a small car park off Old Thorne Rd; mostly level paths and some boardwalks (partial wheelchair access). Seasonal interest: spring nesting, autumn colours, winter migratory birds.