Getting There
Sat Nav: SK5 7HE
Eastbound route only
Leave the M67 at Junction 1 and turn right. At the crossroads, turn right onto the A57 signed Manchester.
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit to continue along the A57, signed Manchester City Centre.
Enter Denton, and at the traffic lights turn left signed Reddish, Reddish Lane. Pass a railway station on the left and enter Reddish.
Pass a Morrisons store on the left and then turn left at the lights onto Reddish Vale Road.
There are two entrances to the country park. The first is for the Farm (limited opening) and the second is at the bottom of the hill, signed Country Park.
Return to M67 Eastbound
Exit Reddish Vale Country Park and return along Reddish Vale Road.
At the traffic lights, turn right onto the B6167, Reddish Road.
Continue along the B6167, and at the traffic lights turn right onto the A57, signed Ashton-under-Lyne, Barnsley.
Continue along the A57 and follow the signs to return to the M67.
Reddish Vale Country Park
This is a wonderful dog walking park, and the wildness of the park surprises too, given that it lies in the middle of urban Manchester and a tangle of different motorways. Once a calico and dye works, the transformation into rural wonder is truly impressive.
There are a number of signed paths and routes through the park, and full details of these can be obtained from the visitor centre if required.
Walks start across the bridge, and paths are clear and well maintained. Dogs with a passion for water will revel in the river path and the chance to wallow in the shallow, clean river. Reach this by turning left by a viaduct, but note that short-legged dogs may need help in getting back onto the path safely.
Facilities
Free parking. There is a tea room at the Farm entrance (limited opening). At the main, 2nd entrance: free gated car park, WC, visitor centre, picnic area, dog poo bins in car park. A mobility scooter can be hired free of charge from the visitor centre, call 0161 4775637 to book.
Useful Links
Reddish Vale Country Park
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