Friends of Broadhurst Park

Bat Walk - Spaces still available.

Just a quick note to let you know there are still spaces available for the Bat Walk this week (Tuesday 26th May at 21:20)

We have been contacted regarding the BTO (Birds Science People) with an activity pack for the current 'Birds In Greenspaces' project that they are running from April to June.

All this entails is a poster with a QR code going up at various places with some additional bird species identifying postcards going up in too whereby participants can scan the QR code and register which birds they have seen or heard whilst out and about.
There is also a little check list if people want to compile their own results thoroughly!

QR codes can be found in the lecterns at the Lightbowne Road entrance, near the playground, (along with a perspex box with the survey sheets / checklists in) and another at the St. Mary's Road entrance next to St Mary's Care home (Alex Ian Brothers).

Given it's Nature Reserve status, this could be a good free activity to do with your kids (or general family/friends) during the upcoming May half-term break.

For more info:

Taking part | BTO This page will tell you all you need to know about taking part in BTO's newest project, Birds in Greenspaces. Getting involved Find out what you need to know Getting involved Using the app How to collect and submit your data Using the app Greenspaces Map View, suggest and amend greenspaces Greenspac...

For those wanting to book on the Bat Walk on Tues 26th May. Please use the link below to book on...

Bat Walk at Broadhurst Park Explore Broadhurst Clough, Broadhurst Park Manchester at night to meet our bats

Some updates we've found on the council website:

Broadhurst Clough – boardwalk reinstatement
The boardwalk will be restored to enable better access and increase the use of the park for all. - I've seen a lot of activity at the St Mary's Nursing home entrance this week supporting this.

Age‑friendly benches in Broadhurst park
Five benches are being installed in Broadhurst park alongside well-used walking paths following resident consultation improve accessibility and visibility.

To book onto the Plant and Folklore event on 19th April, please follow the below link...

Plant Folklore and Foraging Walk Explore the wild plants around Broadhurst Park and the stories, mythology and folklore surrounding them.

UPDATE:

Friends of Broadhurst Park 2026 Events----

Sunday 19th April 1pm for Foraging and Folklore.

Tuesday 26th May 21:20 for Bat Walk.

Tuesday 25th August 20:15 for Bat Walk.

Friday 11th Sept 19:30 for Bat Walk.

Sat 19th Sept 2pm for Fungi Walk.

Sun 25th Oct 10am for Fungi Walk.

We have 3 Batwalks confirmed, events/details to be added tomorrow.

Confirmed events for 2026 so far:

Sunday 19th April 1pm for Foraging and Folklore.

Sat 19th Sept 2pm for Fungi Walk.

Sun 25th Oct 10am for Fungi Walk.

We're hoping to add more events soon when we are able to confirm dates/times so please check tomorrow for info on our batwalks.

We have some events confirmed. Details will be posted tomorrow (Wed 4th Mar) when I get the times fully confirmed too. It's good to be back for 2026 with some events to share ♥️♥️😎😎

Great opportunity to help out on a local project

Join us on February 19th!

Book a free place on our winter pruning workshop -

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/orchard-pruning-and-care-day-at-broadhurst-community-garden-moston-mcr-tickets-1978626372744?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

The Orchard Project F.C United of Manchester