Directions.
From the West.
On FootFrom Colne Railway Station, (it’s a fair trek,) walk up Albert Road through the Town Centre and onward along the B6250 Keighley Rd to the big roundabout. Then take the A6068 Keighley Rd eastwards to Ball Grove Drive on your right; look for the brown sign indicating the park.
Alternatively: Cross the A56 into Bridge St then immediately left into Shaw St. Follow this down to the River just beyond the Lord Rodney Pub. From the town centre enter Colne Lane opposite St Bartholomew’s Church and walk down the hill to the Lord Rodney; follow the road to the left to reach the River. The path alongside the river is known as The Ferndean Way and it will take you through the Park, the Nature Reserve and if you wish, on to Wycoller. |
By BusTake the Mainline M4 (Keighley half-hourly service) outside Colne Railway Station or from the Town Centre – ask for CHRIST CHURCH (stop directions are given on the bus). Leaving the bus, cross the road and go down Ball Grove Drive, into the car park and you are there.
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By CarTake the A6068 through Colne following Keighley directions and as you leave Colne look for the brown road signs directing you to the Park. There are two car parks, one off the A6068 at Christ Church which has a separate disabled section beside the lake. The second one is off the B6250 Trawden Rd at Winewall. Both are directed by the brown signs.
Ball Grove boasts two spacious car parks. One which is located north of the park, and is accessed from Ball Grove Drive, off Keighley Road. The car park is open:
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From the East.
On Foot |
By Bus |
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From Laneshaw Bridge, go downhill opposite the Emmott Arms, turning right into Carrier’s Row and then leave the road to the right where the River Laneshaw meets Wycollar Beck to form Colne Water and follow the river track (the Ferndean Way) into the Nature Reserve and thence into the Park.
Disabled Facilities |
Take the M4 service from Keighley, getting off at Christ Church and then as above.
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Take the A6068 over the Moss (from Yorkshire) or the Haworth Rd to the A6068 at Laneshaw Bridge, then look for the brown signs indicating the Park turning left just past Christ Church.
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Many of the footpaths and walkways are suitable for people with low mobility.
There are designated disabled car parking bays. The playground has facilities for disabled users. Lakeside CafeSet up in 2015 by cake maker extraordinaire, Tracey Bolton, Lakeside Cafe turned some redundant workshops and public lavatories into a welcoming cafe right by the lake. Now it is a favourite haunt of dog walkers, local families and all those who can't resist the tempting array of cakes... Through the cafe, Ball Grove's lavatories have been reopened. Tracey and her friendly team offer hot and cold drinks, light meals, sandwiches, an all day breakfast, soups and rather special afternoon teas. All the ingredients are locally sourced and everything is homemade. During the week, Lakeside Cafe is open 9.30 p.m. until 4 p.m. (though if the Park is busy, the Cafe is often open later). At the weekends, the opening hours are 10 a.m. until 4 -ish. |
Our Fishing LakeBurnley and Pendle District Angling Association runs the fishing lake at Ball Grove in partnership with Pendle Borough Council. The fishing day permits to fish the Lake are available from the Lakeside Cafe. It is also possible to buy river fishing permits there, both annual and daily.
The water ranges in depths between one and two metres and is about 2.5 acres in size and has around 20 fishing pegs, including a possible four pegs with disability access. An Environment Agency Rod Licence is required. Night fishing is not allowed. No alcohol permitted. You must adhere to the Club’s rules at all times and the club’s decision is final. For more information, please telephone 01282 427386. PLEASE NOTE: Lakes and rivers are extremely dangerous. Do not enter the water under any circumstances. In case of emergency call ‘999’. Visit for more information: www.pendleburnley-districtanglingassociation.co.uk
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Children's Playground Picnic Area
There are eight pieces of equipment available, suitable for ages 5-14.
The playground has facilities for disabled users. |
Ball Grove boasts an excellent picnic area with many picnic benches available to enjoy your picnic and watch the local wildlife in the park and enjoy the relaxing and tranquil surroundings.
For information about Ball Grove's picnic site and Upper Ball Grove Local Nature Reserve, you can download the Ball Grove Park Site Leaflet. |