Leasowes Park is an absolute delight for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. The park’s historic landscape is beautifully maintained, providing scenic walks through lush woodlands and open grasslands. The picturesque views are simply breathtaking, especially when you venture off the main paths.
One of the standout features is the variety of wildlife you can spot in the woods and around the ponds. It’s a haven for bird watchers and anyone who enjoys observing nature in its purest form. The park also offers a safe play area for children, making it a great spot for family outings.
Walking alongside the canal is a unique experience, offering different routes and perspectives each time you visit. The free car park and the the close drive to mc donalds adds to the convenience, making it easy to spend a whole day exploring and relaxing.
Overall, Leasowes Park is a must-visit for anyone in the area. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to unwind or an adventurous day out with the family, this park has something for everyone. Highly...
Read moreAlways a nice place to go for a nice Sunday stroll, we know it as Blue Bell Dell cos when the blue bells are in flower it's breath taking, lots of walk track options with beautiful scenery, pools/ponds, streams and small waterfalls to enjoy. Dogs are allowed as long as they are on leads and behaved. Whilst we were there, we didn't notice any dog excrement, so obviously responsible owners. There is free parking, but it is limited, and if you can't find a space, you would struggle to park anywhere else locally.
There is a small playground for the children, but again, it is small, and there are plenty of areas for picnics, or you can just throw a blanket down and picnic the natural way on the grass. Not to sure about toilets cos we didn't need to go, but from memory, we did use the portal's last time we visited, so I'm guessing they are...
Read moreAnother nice park locally to myself.. Situated in Halesowen on the southern edge of the West Midlands urban conurbation. It is a 57-hectare public park, Site of Special Scientific Interest, containing the remains of one of the most important and influential landscapes of the 18th century. The garden at The Leasowes was designed by the poet William Shenstone beginning in 1743 and continuing until his death in 1763. Shenstone created his garden from farmland; forming a diverse landscape of wooded valleys, open grassland, lakes and streams. Today, The Leasowes is of major historic significance ranking in importance with landscapes such as Blenheim and Stowe, and being listed as Grade 1 on the English Heritage 'Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest...
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