Stubbylee and Moorlands Park

Stubbylee and Moorlands park is a picturesque, invigorating green space located close to Bacup Town Centre in the heart of the beautiful Rossendale Valley and South Pennine Moors. Both the park and area is steeped in Victorian heritage. The park boasts the Grade 2 listed Stubbylee Hall, Memorial fountain, and fully restored gateway, whereas Bacup is regarded as one of England’s best preserved Mill Towns.

The Park offers a wide variety of facilities, from wild woodland areas to thriving, themed gardens, plus play areas, sports pitches, and a fully signposted 1 mile walking loop. Must see corners include the recently opened pump track, stables café, and the charming dell with its unique hamlet of fairy houses.

The park is easy to access with ample free parking, toilet facilities, and most areas reachable by wheelchair. The best way to arrive however, is the Valley of Stone cycleway which was a £2m project which alights at both the park and the adrenaline pumping, mountain biking hotspot, Lee Quarry.

The parks greatest asset is its warm welcome and enriching atmosphere. Many organised groups call the park home, from Bacup Pride, Park friends, the bowling club, and Citizens Advice Bureau, to the wonderful Community Greenhouse Project. Furthermore, the park has an ambitious Masterplan in place. It was produced in partnership with the local community and reflects their aspirations for this constantly improving, vibrant, community space.

Whether you’re visiting from near or far, want to relax, play, create or socialise, Stubbylee and Moorlands park has something to offer everyone.