Lakes & swim
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No photo yetChorlton Water Park
A Local Nature Reserve centred on a former gravel-pit lake, with woodlands, grasslands and a mile-long circular lakeside path.
Off-leash areaWater bowls
Free
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Parks · Fallowfield
Platt Fields Park
An Edwardian park of 70+ hectares with a lake, wooded glades, sculpted gardens and a boathouse, opened in 1910.
Why it made the list
Dogs allowed off-lead across most of the park, with a dedicated dog-walking area.
Good to know before you go
Dogs welcome off-lead everywhere except play areas and listed facilities; the council lists dedicated dog-walking areas (per the council page).
Practical notes
- Free parking nearby.
- Pair with a walk up the Curry Mile for food.
What is available on site
- Off-leash area
- Water bowls
- Shaded seating
House rules and verification
The pet policy above is summarised from the venue’s own published information and cross-checked against public listings. Last checked: against the source on . Policies change without notice anyway, so confirm the current one with the venue before you travel, and keep your dog leashed anywhere that is not a signed off-leash area. Read the full disclaimer.
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