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Chorlton Water Park (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Chorlton Water Park?

80%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 80% Solo-Friendly: The one-mile tarmac loop, bird-rich lake and Trans-Pennine Trail access let solo visitors jog, cycle or photograph quietly, yet lack of café, lighting and shelter can shorten stays in bad weather.

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Reviews4.6/ 5
(from 3,597 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free entry: No admission fee for walking, cycling or wildlife watching
  • Accessible paths: Wide, hard surfaces suit wheelchairs, pushchairs and bikes

Challenges:

  • No on-site café: No food outlets; bring your own snacks and water
  • Toilets close at dusk: Public toilets near car park close at sunset—plan accordingly
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What is Chorlton Water Park?

  • A municipal park occupying reclaimed farmland around a former gravel-pit lake
  • A Local Nature Reserve designated for mixed woodland, wildflower meadows, and aquatic habitats
  • A council-managed open space containing a children’s playground, pond-dipping platform, and coarse-fishing facilities

What is so special about Chorlton Water Park for solo trip?

  1. Flat one-mile lake loop ideal for solo walks or jogs
  2. Rich birdlife visible from platform and banks
  3. Firm trails link to Trans-Pennine Trail for cycling
  4. Photography hotspots at wood reflections and jetty
  5. Option to fish with day tickets from local anglers

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to complete the lake loop, spot birds, take photos and try cycling or fishing

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Solo-Friendly Activities in Chorlton Water Park

Lake loop walk:

Walk the flat 1-mile path around the gravel pit lake.

Tip: Start at dawn to enjoy quiet trails and spot wildlife

Birdwatching:

Use the pond-dipping platform to observe ducks, swans and herons.

Tip: Bring binoculars and stand still near the reeds early morning

Photography:

Capture shots of changing light and woodland reflections.

Tip: Visit at golden hour and use the wooden jetty for unique angles

Cycling:

Ride the firm paths linking into the Trans-Pennine Trail.

Tip: Hire a bike nearby and carry a helmet and lock

Coarse fishing:

Fish for carp with a day ticket from Chorlton Carp Anglers.

Tip: Call +44-161-8815639 to confirm ticket price and rules

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Chorlton Water Park

  1. Combine with Trans-Pennine Trail: Extend your ride or run along the connected long-distance route
  2. Use public transport: Catch bus 86 to Maitland Ave stop and walk 5 minutes to park
  3. Pack essentials: Bring water, snacks and binoculars; no café on site
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Reviews of Chorlton Water Park

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Stacey day

Stacey day

Nov 2025

Actually a lovely place for a stroll, fish or sit with nature for a while. Small park half way round. Plenty of parking Lovely cafe near the front, so can stroll with a nice warm drink on these winter days. Dog friendly.

Abi Carless

Abi Carless

Oct 2025

We went on an Autumn day and spent a couple of hours here walking around and then playing in the park. There is carparking on site and cafe. For the toilets take your own soap and toilet paper, there wasn't any . We always bring some with us.

Julie Marshall

Julie Marshall

Aug 2025

A beautiful park with lots of easy walks around a gorgeous lake ,there is a large car park and nice clean toilets. A great little cafe and an ice cream van in the summer. A great place to visit all year round.

Tim J

Tim J

Mar 2025

Lovely place for a walk if the weather is good, and you can get on to the Mersey and join the Transpennine Trail if you want to extend your stroll. There's a good children's playground and it's pretty flat to go around the lake (suitable for buggies or a robust mobility scooter). There's a car park with toilets (they are not great though) and there's often an ice cream van there too.

Irina Ka

Irina Ka

Oct 2024

Absolute fantastic 👍 experience here today. Lovely walks, beautiful scenery. There are two playgrounds for kids, one is a bit further down up hill. Absolutely great for dog walking and a must for relaxation. The only downfall+ cafe was shut. Play park is not big, but excellent for over 6+ ages.

When is the best time to visit Chorlton Water Park (Manchester, United Kingdom)?

Spring brings wildflowers along the trail; summer evenings suit twilight fishing; autumn sees migrating birds; winter paths can freeze—wear sturdy boots

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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Entry (walking/cycling)GBP 0
Bike hire (2 hrs)GBP 10
Day fishing ticketGBP 12
Bus fare (return)GBP 4
Total EstimatedGBP 26

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Chorlton Water Park

Address: 74 Maitland Ave, Manchester M21 7WH, UK

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About Chorlton Water Park

Opening Hours

Monday:Open 24 hours
Tuesday:Open 24 hours
Wednesday:Open 24 hours
Thursday:Open 24 hours
Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+44 161 881 5639

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