Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve
📍 427 Elland Rd, Brighouse HD6 2RG, UK
About Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve
Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve is a much-loved green space nestled in Brighouse, offering a tranquil escape into nature. Rated an impressive 4.7/5 stars from over 1300 reviews, it's celebrated for its serene atmosphere and beautiful surroundings, making it a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.
Visitors can explore a variety of well-maintained paths through wooded areas, perfect for walkers, runners, and cyclists, with many trails leading to the adjacent canal. A highlight is the dedicated bird-watching area, well-stocked with feeders, making it a fantastic spot for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. The on-site cabin, staffed by friendly volunteers, provides a welcoming stop for refreshments and clean restroom facilities.
Visiting Information
Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, allowing for flexible exploration. The site is committed to accessibility, featuring wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, restrooms, and seating. Please note that there are no card payment facilities available, and parking can be limited during busy periods.
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📍 427 Elland Rd, Brighouse HD6 2RG, UK
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Showing 5 of 1,304 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 7 February 2026.
Great place for a wander parking can be a issue as not many spaces in the car park. But once you are in and there it's so peaceful and quiet runners and walkers bikers all about on the canal side so you can get lost on the woodland side of the many well maintained paths. Little soggy in places but that's to be expected
Great space to walk around in. It’s got various trails that you can do that are in nice wooded areas. The bird spotting area is fantastic with lots of bird feeders and birds around. A great spot for photographers we saw a few there taking pictures. The dog loved it. Right near the canal as well so can always walk down the canal if you want as well.
Love this place. I walk along the canal path from Brighouse and round the nature reserve. I always stop at the bird watching area and have a cuppa and snack in the cabin. The volunteers are friendly and the cabin and toilets are nice and clean. Be aware - the reserve is always open but the cabin and toilets are only open Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
Excellent area and well maintained by the volunteers. Hopefully the dog walkers soon get the message and keep their dogs on their leads.
Nice quiet walks, a bit muddy! You can also walk along the canal, there's a snack cart serving tasty snacks and drinks. The owner is super friendly and welcoming.