Visitors can expect to find a peaceful canalside nature reserve with open areas of grass, bustling wildlife, historical displays, and a charity stall at the Visitor Centre. The area is also host to an annual boating festival held every September.
Visitors can explore historical features such as Cobbs engine house, Timbers Gallows Crane, and the Blow Cold Bank Colliery Spoil Heap. These sites offer hidden clues and visible signs of the area's industrial past.
Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks, picnics, and strolls with their dogs along the peaceful canal pathways. The area is perfect for artists, recreational users, and those looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature.
The nature reserve was officially established in 1993 when members of the local community volunteered to start discussions on ways of improving and regenerating the area. The group is always recruiting new members to assist with future plans and events.
Visitors can find a coffee shop for maps, a visitor centre with historical displays and souvenirs, and a charity stall. The area also offers beautiful scenery, historical bridges, and landmarks for visitors to enjoy.
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