Biddulph Grange Country Park

The 35 hectares were originally part of the larger Biddulph Grange estate. The mixture of landscaped views and natural features was designed by Victorian industrialists James Bateman and Robert heath.

Location

Biddulph Grange Country Park, Grange Road, Biddulph ST8 7TZ

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Size

73 hectares

Entry fee

Free

Parking information

Turn into Grange Road, pass Biddulph Grange Gardens and the main car park is ½ mile on the right. There is parking for 40 cars.

Bicycle parking

Why not come by bike? The site is close to the Biddulph Valley Way cycle route from Congleton or Tunstall. Turn for the Country Park at Baileys Bank or Marsh Green Road.

Grazing animals

The meadows are grazed by cattle or cut to maintain their bio diversity.

Walking trails

Paths have been restored and new ones created to give easy access through the park. The site is on a hillside but there is wheelchair access as far as the main pool.

Access

Some easy paths (with wheelchair and pushchair access), others more difficult including steep climbs and uneven terrain. When the cafe is open (not run by SWT) the gate (second turning on left) is usually unlocked allowing vehicular access to the cafe where there are 2-3 parking spots which can be used by blue badge holders.

Dogs

Under effective control

Dogs must be under effective control. Put all dog waste in the bins where provided or take it home. Keep your dog under control - do not let it chase or worry wildlife.

Facilities

Toilets

Cafe/refreshments

Picnic area

Accessible toilet

Accessible trails

When to visit

Opening times

Open at all times

Best time to visit

April to September

About the reserve

You will find a mixture of landscaped views and natural features. There's a large lake and boathouse which date from 1903 and form a central feature. The site's hydroelectric scheme dates from 1904. A network of themed paths allows exploration of the meadows, parkland and woodland.

The site is good for bird watching as you'll find a range of woodland birds here, including great spotted woodpecker, jays, nuthatch and chiffchaffs. If you’re lucky, you might spot fieldfares and redwings feeding on the holly berries. Listen for the soft whistles of bullfinches in hedgerows or scrub along the woodland edge. The magnificent trees provide spectacular autumn colour.

The site has a café - The Hideaway - which is managed by Biddulph Town Council. You can find information about the cafe, including opening times on the Hideaway's Facebook page here.

Please note Biddulph Grange Garden is a separate property from Biddulph Grange Country Park and is owned by the National Trust. For more information on Biddulph Grange Garden opening times please visit their website.