Mersey Valley Urmston Meadows

About

Urmston benefits from a rich heritage of parks and greenspaces.  Just a short walk from the town centre is Urmston Meadows located on the southern fringes of Urmston close to the River Mersey. The meadow pastures, woodland paths, pond and ditches provide ideal habitat for wildlife and a peaceful place for visitors to unwind.

This walking route takes in a more secluded area of the Mersey Valley. Enjoy the woodland paths and meadow pastures of Urmston Meadows and venture past Barrowfield Farm onto Old Ees Brook. Once here, walkers can explore the beauty of the flood meadow in spring and enjoy panoramic views of the River Mersey as it meanders through the valley. The route returns via Urmston Meadows where walkers can continue along the surfaced path towards Riverside Drive or go in search of Urmston’s majestic oak, the ‘climbing tree’

A trip to Urmston can be easily combined with a visit to Manchester’s busting The Trafford Centre, located just a few minutes away. For those looking to extend a walking our cycle route, Urmston Meadows links to the Trans Pennine Trail, The Bridgewater Canal and other attractions including Sale Water Park, and Dunham Massey.

Things to do

Walk / Run: Discover walking routes near and around Urmston Meadows

Transport: Train: Urmston / Bus: No. 15, 23, 255, 276, 278

Access: Urmston Meadows via various access points including Riverside Drive, M41 9FL or Cedar Drive, M41 9HY. Old Ees Brook and Cob Kiln via Eesbrook, M41 9JA. The surfaced path at Urmston Meadows provides suitable access for wheelchairs, cyclists and pushchairs.

Practical Conservation:  Urmston Meadows Action Group helps local people get involved with the management of the site. Volunteers meet once a month to undertake a range of seasonal habitat improvements for the benefit of wildlife and visitors. The group is supported by friendly and experienced leaders from City of Trees and The Conservation Volunteers who provide tools, equipment and refreshments.