Manea Pit is a beautiful outdoor space on Park Road in Manea, it has a fishing lake and an orchard. It's a great space to get out in nature.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- it's a good opportunity to connect with nature, you can see a range of wildlife here.
- You can take a walk around the lake or relax in one of the seating areas.
- There are a variety of activities to enjoy as it is next to the children's play area.
What to expect:
Manea Pit is located off Park Road, on the edge of the village. It was once a gravel pit.
There are several entrances into Manea Pit. There is an entrance next to the children's park where there is free parking. Another entrance is accessible slightly further down the road, this entrance brings you closer to the Orchard.
The pit is popular with many people including dog walkers, fishermen, children, ramblers and more – it is a place for everyone to enjoy. There is a footpath that goes around the lake, which is woodchip in part so may be difficult for wheelchairs and scooters.
It has a wide range of species, mammals, insects, plants, trees and shrubs. The lake has species of fish including tench, rudd, bream, carp and roach.
There are no toilets at this location. There is a local shop further down park road.
More information:
Manea Pit is managed by the village’s Parish Council.
To fish on the lake you need a ticket, daily tickets and season passes can be purchased from the post office. You will also need a valid fishing licence. Check out signage on the lake for more information and rules for fishing there.
You can find more information about walking and cycling around Manea here.
What3words: Sulky, Revealing, Fondest.
It's free to enter Manea Pit.
You must purchase a ticket to fish on the lake.
