WITH the weather getting warmer and the summer holidays underway, there’s never been a better time to go for a picnic.
July is National Picnic Month, where we celebrate the joy of eating outdoors with friends and family.
We’ve put together a list of places in Leigh where you can enjoy a delicious meal outdoors.
Where do you like to go for a picnic? Let us know in the comments!
Pennington Flash Country Park, Leigh
A country park and national nature reserve with lakeside picnic spots, bird hides, and walking trails between Leigh and Lowton.
Address: Pennington Flash Country Park, St Helens Road, Leigh, WN7 3PA.
Central Park, Atherton
Atherton’s flagship park, offering open lawns, play areas, and paths that lend themselves to relaxed, family-friendly picnics.
Address: Central Park, Hamilton Street, Atherton, M46 0AL.
Pennington Hall Park, Leigh
A traditional community park with formal gardens, play areas, tennis courts, and a bandstand, ideal for a more town-centre picnic setting.
Address: Pennington Hall Park, Pennington Avenue, Leigh, WN7 3UA.
Bickershaw Country Park
A nature reserve on the former colliery site, with grassland, woodland, wetlands, and lakes that suit a more wild-feeling picnic and walk.
Address: Bickershaw Country Park, Fir Tree Flash, Edna Road, Wigan Road, Westleigh, WN7 5ES
Firs Park, Leigh
A lakeside neighbourhood park with new accessible play equipment and grassy areas around the water, giving a quieter local option for picnics close to West Leigh.
Address: Firs Park, Firs Lane, Leigh, WN7 5BL.
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