Bailey's Wood is one of Manchester's few remaining semi-natural ancient woodlands. Surrounded by the buildings of the former Booth Hall Children's Hospital, and the neighbouring residential housing estate, the Wood runs through a steep inaccessible ravine, which has allowed it to develop untended for many years. A variety of butterfly species can be seen in spring, and the wood plays host to birds such as greater spotted woodpecker, treecreeper and nuthatch.
Bailey's Wood is a regional site of biological importance, and provides a valuable environmental education resource for local schools.
Location and Access:
Via Lander Grove, Blackley. Alternatively, use the car park at Boggart Hole Clough and walk across Charlestown Road, and onto Grange Park Road, where you will find a small access track immediately to the left. This entrance is very close to a bus stop used by the bus number 88.
Not completely wheelchair accessible, the path network is in a fair condition.
Size:
Approximately 19 hectares
Recreation and Usage:
- The site is suitable for informal recreation activities, such as walking, and jogging.
Links:
Exit the Grange Park Road access point, cross over Charlestown Road and you are at the entrance to Boggart Hole Clough.
Contact us about Bailey's Wood by email to parks@manchester.gov.uk