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Yarrow Valley Country Park
Type:Heritage / Visitor Centre
Off Birkacre Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 3QL
Yarrow Valley Country Park covers over 300 hectares and is located between Chorley and Coppull created on land previously used for bleaching, dyeing, calico printing and mining, Yarrow Valley Country Park is of local historical importance.
With restored mill lodges and water courses, footpaths, picnic areas and a purpose built visitor centre, the park provides an ideal setting for a host of recreational activities.
Ticket Tariff
Free Admission Free
Yarrow Valley Country Park (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022)
National Awards Green Flag Award 2009
The park is sign posted with brown tourist signs located in and around the Chorley area. The park is situated off the B5251 Chorley to Coppull Road. Full directions can be found on our website.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest railway and bus stations are Chorley interchange. Bus routes C2, C3 and 362 leave Chorley interchange every 15 minutes and the C1 every 60 minutes during daylight hours. The nearest bus stop to the visitor centre is located on Coppull Road (B5251) near it's junction with Birkacre Road.
Approx length of visit
Booking essential
Conference & Meeting Facilities
Educational Visits Accepted
Energy Saving Measures - Well Insulated
Guided Tours Available for Groups
Open by appointment outside normal opening times
Recycling Policy - Garden Waste
Recycling Policy - Plastics
Establishment Features
Disabled Access/Toilets
Coaches Welcome
Groups accepted
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