Fletcher Moss
One of Greater Manchester’s most scenic spots — featuring botanical gardens, ample nature trails and more
Location: Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, M20 7SW
Facilities: visitor cenre, cafe, tennis courts, toilets, nature trail
Opening times: dawn to dusk
When you think of our beloved city, the first thing that springs to mind isn’t usually botanical gardens, open greenspace and incredibly idyllic views. But with Fletcher Moss, that’s exactly what you get!
Better yet, entry into this incredible garden and surrounding woodland is completely free.
There are several different sections and terrains to cover, from the nature reserve itself, to the Parsonage gardens, river Mersey, a trail through the woods… and most people’s favourite: the rockery.
The rockery is well-maintained and a real gem to escape the hustle and bustle of city life for an hour or so. The Old Parsonage is the second oldest building in Didsbury and has only ever been lived in by two of the church ministers. Back in 1915, Fletcher Moss gifted the house and gardens to the City of Manchester and much of the present layout was designed by Moss himself and his mother.
Today, you’ll find a large number of ornamental trees, a striking neo-Norman stone arched gate and numerous species of wildlife.
