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Ashton’s and Neumann’s Flashes
Nearby · Northwich Woodlands, north of Northwich
Reclaimed industrial land has become a wetland haven where salt-tolerant plants grow alongside unusual butterflies. Wildlife hides overlook the flashes and their visiting waterbirds.
Plan your visit
Parking is at Witton Mill off Marbury Road; follow the signed Northwich Woodlands paths.
Outdoors
60–120 minutesOur suggested time hereSuggested visit length: editorial estimate for a relaxed visit. Allow extra time for travel and meals.
- Admission
- Check the official visitor guide for current details.
- Access & terrain
- Surfaced paths and wildlife hides form part of the Northwich Woodlands network; suitable routes vary across the wider network.
- Dogs
- Check the official visitor guide for current details.
- Parking
- Use Witton Mill car park off Marbury Road.
- Public transport
- Within reach of Northwich town centre on foot, with links into longer Northwich Woodlands walks.
Sources & checked details
Checked 2026-09-19. Opening, admission and access arrangements can change; check the official guide before travelling.
Official visitor information ↗WHILE YOU’RE HERE
Around Northwich
Start in Northwich centre for a riverside walk and museum stop; the wider woodland sites make longer outings.
Journey labels start from the town centre. If you are at an outlying landmark, plan the journey from there separately.
A little wander
River Dane and Chinkers Field
Walk from the town centreFollow the museum's suggested walking approach from the town towards Weaver Hall along the River Dane through Chinkers Field.
Time for a pause
Weaver Hall coffee shop
Walk from the town centreA small ground-floor coffee shop serves drinks and packaged cakes or snacks; entry to the coffee shop does not need a gallery ticket.
Another discovery
Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse
Walk from the town centreExplore the former workhouse on London Road. Main galleries charge adult admission; the temporary exhibition is free.
Sources & checked details
Checked 2026-09-19. These are suggestions, not turn-by-turn routes. Check opening days, access and any admission requirements before setting out.
Official visitor information ↗Official visitor information ↗A little closer
Look around
- Broad wetland flashes
- Wildlife hides at the water’s edge
- Salt-tolerant waterside vegetation
Drag to turn the miniature, or zoom in to explore its details. An artistic impression of the place and its setting.
