Bamford & Norden November 2018

The sizable boulders which adorn both bridges were locally
sourced from Scout Moor Quarry in Norden, creating quite
a picturesque setting (and better home for the trolls). Over
240 iris and marsh marigold plants have been planted around
the ‘Monet’ styled bridges. Both are wetland loving plants and
add even more colour to the park. The wetland swale which
connects both bridges have been planted
with meadowsweet and purple loose strife,
which are both wildflowers and thrive in
wet conditions.
The project is part of a major capital investment
that is bringing this key resource back to life.
New paths, bridges, woodland sculptures, a
stumpery, restored formal garden, wildflower
planting schemes and an orchard project have
been completed over the past 2 years and in
July the park was awarded its first Green Flag,
a symbol of excellence.
Michael Buczman
Rochdale Borough Council
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