Heaton Park & Hall

This Volunteers' Week we wanted to say a big thank you to all our Heaton Park volunteers, so we made a big 'THANK YOU!'

From our individual volunteers who get involved in so many different roles, tasks and activities, to our volunteer-led stakeholder groups who bring regular activities and events to the park - with your time, energy and enthusiasm you add so much value to our park and we appreciate you so much.

Thank you also to all those who care for the park in your own ways - from picking up litter and helping someone find their way, to sharing your photos with us - it all adds up to make Heaton Park the truly special place that it is.

If you would like to get involved in volunteering at Heaton Park or any other Manchester park, head to the Manchester Volunteer Inspire Programme website at https://mcrvip.com/index-classic to check out volunteering opportunities!

Great to see the CommuniTree May half term holiday club having so much fun in Heaton Park!

Take a look at this week at Heaton Park 🍃

As 's Bloomtown comes to a close, we're looking back on all the fabulous flowery fun we had during Bloomtown at Heaton Park!

Bloomtown kicked off at Heaton Park in March, with a lovely day of storytelling, crafts and more as we celebrated the beginning of blossom season with the !

Then returned to Heaton to “blossomify” running kits with Parkrun runners, engaging with over 150 runners and members of the public who got crafty with blossom bits!

Finally, we hosted the much‑anticipated Blossom Run, where Parkrun runners turned up in blossom‑inspired outfits, wearing their blossom T‑shirts and picking up volunteer‑made Blossom x badges!

We've had so much fun at Heaton Park this Bloomtown that we're already excited for next year... Bring on the Blossom!

Happy Animal Friday 🦙

Florence, Martha, and Poppy have been training as Heaton Park Explorers this half-term whilst enjoying the Manchester sun 🌞

They have been taking on orienteering challenges, enjoying social walks, and getting involved in the interactive family activities. Will you be a Heaton Park Explorer? 👣

Take a look at this week at Heaton Park 🍃

Please remember as you enjoy this lovely warm spell with us here at Heaton Park. Barbecues, firepits and other cooking appliances are not allowed within the park for the safety of everyone. If you'd like to eat freshly cooked hot food in the park, please prepare it at home and bring it in an insulated container to enjoy. Alternatively please visit one of our on site cafe's that have a delicious selection of products for every taste.

Happy Animal Friday everyone!

Check out double trouble posing together - we think they've been practicing their best angles to get on Animal Friday... well, it's worked!

First Animal Friday, next stop Vogue? Watch this space 👯📸

PARKLIFE FESTIVAL returns to Heaton Park this June.

Information for residents can be found at https://www.heatonparkconcerts.info/.

Who's excited for May Half-Term?

Become a Heaton Park Explorer this May Half-Term, with an exciting range of activities and treats for families and adults alike:

📡23rd May: Join Bury Radio Society in the park to explore the fascinating world of Radio Direction Finding. Find out how spies and the military locate hidden radio transmitters, get hands-on with the gear and have a go yourself! (10:30am-4pm near the Stables)

🌿🕺26th May: Help tackle the spread of invasive plant species Himalayan balsam at Heaton Park with a hands on plant pulling activity! While we bash the balsam, we'll play fun games with a disco twist - helping protect the park and having a lot of fun doing it! (11am-12:30pm, meet in the Stables Courtyard)

🗺27th & 30th May: Join one of our two Guided Orienteering for Absolute Beginners sessions - for families on the 27th or for adults on the 30th - to learn how to read an orienteering map, navigate a course and then put those skills together to follow a beginner friendly 1.2km course! (Groups will set off on the hour, every hour from 10am-2pm on the hill leading up to the Stables)

🏃‍🥾28th May: Chat to British Orienteering about Self Led Orienteering using their Find Your Way app (11am-3pm near the Stables)

🗻30th May: Explore Europe's largest municipal park with BMC as part of their Big Walking Weekend (meet them at 9:45 at Station Gate, by the Heaton Park tram stop)

🚲🎉31st May: Join Bike It Walk It and partners for Eid Cycle Fest - a day of celebration, cycling, community and fun at Heaton Park! (11am-3pm outside Heaton Hall)

🎢 J.W.Shaw Amusements return with the Heaton Park Family Funfair! Open every day from Friday 22nd to Sunday 31st May between 1pm and 8pm with plenty of family favourites to enjoy!

🌲Forest Tubing has landed at Zip World Manchester! Grab a ring and let’s get tubing. This epic family-friendly adventure will see you soar along 165m of slides in your very own donut ring, weaving and winding together through the woodland of Heaton Park.

🍦The Heaton Park Cafés are open daily until 6.00pm at the Stables and the Lakeside with a variety of sweet and savoury treats and specials!

⚓ Why not see a different side of the park and take a trip on the lake with Heaton Park Boats? Sessions can be pre-booked here - https://www.heatonparkboats.com/, use the code ADVANCE-5 to save 5%.

🌼 While you're here, why not celebrate the season with our Spring Trail? Try and spot our seasonal characters on your walk around the park or pick up a trail map from Reception (at the Stables) to complete during your visit.

HOW TO GET TO US

We really recommend using public transport to visit us as we have limited parking available onsite.

🚋Heaton Park or Bowker Vale tram stops are both a short distance away. Check the latest updates before you travel https://tfgm.com/travel-updates/travel-alerts?active_tab=tram

🚌66, 90, 94, 135, 894, 895 and 900 bus routes all provide access to areas surrounding the park.

🚗We have pay and display car parks around the park for ease. The largest are the Lakeside Car Park (M25 0DL) and the Hall Car Park (M25 2GT). Please be respectful of our neighbours and ensure you only park within the designated car parks.

🚮 Please remember to bring a bag for your litter, or take it home, and help keep our parks clean and green for everyone to enjoy.