Heaton Park
One of the largest municipal parks in Europe, covering about 250 hectares, with an 18th-century Heaton Hall, a boating lake, a farm, a classical temple viewpoint and more.
Heaton Park is in the north of the city and covers about 243 hectares, making it one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Its Heaton Hall is an 18th-century neoclassical mansion, open at certain times in summer. A temple on the hillside offers views over the city, and the park has a boating lake, an animal farm, a high ropes course and a golf course. In summer, large open-air concerts, including ones by Oasis, are often held here. Entry is free. Take the Metrolink Yellow Line to Heaton Park station, about 20 minutes away.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00 until dusk
Nearby sights
- Chetham's Library
- Manchester Cathedral
- National Football Museum
- People's History Museum
- Royal Exchange Theatre
- St Ann's Square & St Ann's Church
- John Rylands Library
- Afflecks