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Cox Green, Bolton

Background

Cox Green covers approximately 5 hectares in north Bolton. It was used as a sandstone quarry from as early as 1840. By the turn of the 19th century the area around Cox Green was still mainly fields and open woodland with the main road between Bolton and Blackburn running close by.  Cox Green Mills was a major employer in the area and many of the houses in the area were built for the mill workers. Its elevated location gives an excellent vantage point for a view of the surrounding area, from Bolton and down towards Manchester. This fantastic patch of green belt land provides a green open space, rich with grasslands, wildflowers, trees, insects and birds for use by local residents.  Cox Green is a fantastic gateway to the West Pennine Moors with many paths leading to some great walks. The site is adjacent to a Site of Biological Importance (SBI) along its western boundary, noted for the presence of the protected Great Crested Newt (Triturus Cristatus), heath community and exposed geology. The area and associated species are considered within the local Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP).

What has Green Tips done?

Cox Green is a marvellous site affording great views across Greater Manchester and the Cheshire plane as well as being a gateway to West Pennine Moors.   To facilitate this, the entrances have been improved – drystone walls and gates have been restored, and a network of paths has been created across the site.  Local residents and school children have planted new trees and wildflowers across the site – brightening an already attractive place and benefiting the areas wildlife.

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