About the area
Borsdane Wood
Borsdane Wood lies to the north of Hindley in the Wigan Borough and is designated as an ancient semi-natural woodland.
There are several entrances to the wood, including access from Hindley via Rayner Park or Hindley Mill Lane.
A short unadopted road leads to a tunnel under the railway, which opens into the woodland.
The wood covers approximately 65 acres and is home to many different species of birds, trees, plants and fungi.
Much of the woodland has existed continuously since before 1600 and is made up mainly of native tree species.
In 1986, Borsdane Wood became Wigan’s first local nature reserve and it remains a highly valued and well-used green space.
Rayner Park
Rayner Park sits next to Borsdane Wood and provides a much-loved open space for the local community.
It includes walking routes, children’s play areas, picnic spots and quieter places to relax.
The park and woodland are separated by Borsdane Brook, which flows on towards the Mersey estuary.
Discover how Borsdane Wood has developed over centuries, from ancient woodland to a valued community green space.
Explore the wide range of wildlife, plants and habitats that make Borsdane Wood and Rayner Park such special places.