Etherow Country Park lies at the heart of the Etherow/Goyt Valley and was one of Britain's first country parks.
It is a lively area of woodland and riverside walks and a haven for wildlife.
The Park and Local Nature Reserve are managed by the local authority, for the public of Stockport and beyond. It is a place of conserved natural habitats and industrial heritage which is visited by literally thousands of people each year, who come to enjoy the many recreational activities on offer and the splendour of the wider park.
The 'Friends of Etherow'are a group of individuals who have an interest in the park and all it has to offer. Formed several years ago, they are a constituted group who meet regularly every Wednesday morning at 10.30am for a practical task. The group are all involved in fund raising and the Annual Events Programme. The group also meets to discuss projects they are working on and any park developments.