Heaton Park Northern play area

“This is one of the best play areas in all of Manchester. The main attraction, the giant slide, really has the wow factor. Children have to climb up chain link ladders then scramble horizontally across more of the same before even making it to the base of the enclosed main tower leading up to the top of the slide. The slide itself is a fully enclosed metal tube, and children emerge from the bottom really fast - enough to give them a healthy scare. There are also other play facilities such as swings geared towards children who are too young or short to manage the climb up and across to the base of the slide. If you want happy, excited (and tired out!) children who are feeling positive about overcoming a not insignificant challenge, this is the place to take them.”

“Few lovely parks one near car park and other near lake with a variety of activities. Cafe is nice with both internal / external seating... located next to the lake where you can watch the wildlife or hire a boat and enjoy a trip round the lake. They also have Swan pedlo for hire. Our kids loved it. Plenty of paths and roads to walk. Small farm with a variety of animals including donkeys, pigs, goats, sheep, turtles, ducks and more. Small shopping area for food again or gifts.”

“Swings and slides for toddlers and older kids. All age kids can play together. Alot of parking. Ice cream vans. Sand Area. Benches for parents. Kids area fenced no pets allowed. Huge grounds just besides the kids play area for other sports like football, cricket etc worth a visit.”

“This is basically just a main attraction of Heaton park it's very big lots of stuff to do And the giant swing is a blast always go here to get some fresh air”