Brixworth Country Park and Pitsford Water

Brixworth Country Park is a national showpiece for accessible countryside, providing access for all irrespective of physical or mental ability with features like easy access trails, and their wheel chair accessible bird hide.

Discover the story of the last Gnomes left in England on BB's Little Grey Men Trail.

Trail leaflet and audio tour available in the Country Park shop.

There are unusual sculptures to capture their imagination as you walk round, and a sensory garden which particularly appeals to the younger ones.

Plus open spaces for ball games, kite flying and dog walking while enjoying panoramic views over Pitsford Water.

Developed with Millennium Commission funding, the park is a national showpiece for accessible countryside – providing access for all irrespective of physical or mental ability and social or cultural background. 

Recreation at Brixworth Country Park

• Discover the story of the last Gnomes left in England on BB's Little Grey Men Trail. Trail leaflet available in the Country Park information lobby. 
• Discover our unusual sculptures – can you find the 'Poetry Circle'?
• Indulge your senses in our Sensory Garden.
• Open spaces for ball games, kite flying and dog walking.
• Pedal your way around Pitsford Water
  • Bicycle hire available - 01604 881777 or visit the Pitsford Cycles website
  • Specialist bicycles also available.
• Three easy-access circular trails (electric buggies and wheelchairs can be hired, advance booking recommended).
• Walk along the Brampton Valley Way, the nearby 14 mile linear cycle and walking route.
• Meeting rooms available for hire suitable for business, events and birthday parties.

Things to Do at Pitsford Water

• Fishing
  • Trout fishing. Bank and boat tickets available from the Lodge on Holcot Causeway (01604) 718350.
• Sailing, windsurfing or canoeing lessons (April to October)
  • For more details telephone (01604) 880248 or visit the Northampton Sailing Club website or the Northampton Watersports website.
  • For sailing sessions for people with disabilities contact Sailability (01604) 465590 (May to September).
• Pitsford Water Trail
  • Walkers and cyclists can enjoy a 7.5 mile (12km) circuit of Pitsford Water. Allow 2-4 hours walking and 1-2 hours cycling (depending on ability).
  • Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times on the Pitsford Water Trail.
  • Cyclists are requested to respect other users of the Pitsford Water Trail - watch your speed, give way to walkers and warn of your approach.

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