Name: Hollingworth Lake Country Park
Rating: 5.0

Hollingworth Lake Country Park

Rakewood Road, Littleborough, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL15 0AQ, England

1-90 Years

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Description

Hollingworth Lake Country Park is a scenic and award-winning outdoor destination in Littleborough, centred around a beautiful historic lake. Originally built as a water source for the Rochdale Canal, it has evolved into a popular leisure and nature spot. It’s an ideal destination for families, walkers, and anyone looking to enjoy outdoor activities in a picturesque setting.

Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities including walking around the lake, watersports, and picnicking by the waterside. The park also features a nature reserve for wildlife spotting, along with opportunities for relaxing strolls and scenic views. With facilities like a café, toilets, and parking, it caters to all ages and offers a great mix of relaxation and adventure in the outdoors.

Entry to Hollingworth Lake Country Park is completely free, though some facilities or activities may have separate charges.

Overall, Hollingworth Lake Country Park offers a refreshing escape into nature. Its combination of water activities, wildlife, and scenic surroundings makes it enjoyable for everyone. It is a perfect place for a relaxing and active day out.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Hollingworth Lake Country Park in Littleborough is an award-winning tourist destination, built originally as the main water source for the Rochdale Canal but was later developed as a tourist resort in the 1860s.
This much-loved beauty spot offers a wide range of facilities for all ages, making it the ideal place for everyone to enjoy the great outdoors.
Soak in the stunning scenery; have a picnic; do watersports; discover wildlife in the nature reserve or just enjoy a relaxing walk around the picturesque lake.

Facilities

Parking: On site parking available.
Food & Drinks: Cafe available.
Toilets: Toilets available.

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

The lake is always open. However, facilities at the lake, such as cafés or the Water Activity Centre, have their own individual opening times.

Address: Rakewood Road, Littleborough, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL15 0AQ, England

Post Code: OL15 0AQ

Council: Rochdale

County: Greater Manchester

By Car: From M62 J21: Take first left onto A640. At traffic lights turn right, then at mini roundabout turn left up Kiln Lane. Up the hill, turn left just before the Gallows pub onto B6225. Go to the end of the road, turn right and Hollingworth Lake is at the top of the hill, on the right hand side.
By Bus: Buses 452, 455, & 456 from Rochdale bus station, 452 & 455 from Littleborough.
By Train: From Smithy Bridge or Littleborough rail stations: Follow the main road uphill for 10 minutes to the Lake.