1 / 3Daisy Nook Country Park
๐ Failsworth, North West
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A peaceful country park between Oldham and Manchester with woodland trails, canal paths, open fields, and Crime Lake. Features a green pushchair-friendly route, on-site cafe, and multiple free car parks.
๐ Funzaroo Verdict
Best for families who want a proper countryside walk without leaving Greater Manchester. The green route suits pushchairs and younger children; longer loops to Crime Lake and back suit older children and adults looking for a two-mile-plus outing. Dog-friendly throughout. Muddy conditions are common - the right footwear makes the difference.
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Fiona Turner
8 months ago
โWhat a lovely place to walk and finish with a sandwich and a brew. A friend and I went for a walk to the country park, I hadn't been before and was pleasantly surprised. Lots to see and do and places to stop and take in the beautiful area, my friend who knew Daisy Nook filled me in with the history of the area and this made it more interesting to me, I would suggest to call in the cafe and pick up one of the leaflets however there is information boards on the walks. We ended with a brew and a tasty sandwich in the interesting cafe which I thought how lovely looking at all the interesting pictures and Nik naks on display. I am looking forward to going back in better weather and seeing all in the sun.โ
Wasim Mir
a year ago
โVisited 04/05/2025, after doing some research found three car parks and went for the one adjacent to the cafe, there is limited spaces so Iโd going on a weekend when busier best to get early. The cafe is a good place to start and with the day being sunny got a lovely two scoop ice cream to have as walking around. If walking with young members and/or those who need a stable path to walk on then recommend walking the green route, although once you get to the point where the people fishing along the bank and near to a road exit, the signs disappear as they have been either damaged or removed so you then have to go back on yourself as any other route for instance under the bridge tunnel is not as accessible and the other side of the water stream is very muddy as if horses from nearby training school have been taken through so stick to main path back. Lovely place to visit, lots of friendly hellos as going around from friendly visitors/locals, a welcoming place to visit โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโ
Patrik Krizek
a year ago
โDaisy Nook Country Park is a peaceful green space tucked between Oldham and Manchester, ideal for a quiet walk, family picnic, or short cycle. The mix of woodlands, canals, and open fields gives it a calming feel. There's a good mix of flat paths and gentle slopes, so it's accessible for all ages. The canal and viaduct are especially scenic, and you'll often spot wildlife like ducks, herons, and squirrels. The small cafรฉ near the car park is decent for a quick coffee or snack. It's usually clean and well-kept, although the car park can get busy on warm weekends. Great spot for a bit of fresh air without leaving Greater Manchester.โ
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Overview
Daisy Nook Country Park links woodland, canals, and open fields across a varied trail network. The green route provides a flat, accessible path suitable for pushchairs. Crime Lake and Sammy's Basin are popular waypoints on longer loops. The on-site cafe serves burgers, chips, hot drinks, and ice cream. Multiple car parks serve different trail access points, with the cafe car park filling fastest on weekends.






