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Park / Green space Circular

Fairburn Ings Lagoons and River Trails

West Yorkshire

Distance
7.9 mi
Est. time
3h 30m
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

A longer visit to Fairburn Ings, combining the Roy Taylor lagoon circuit, the Lin Dike river link and the Riverbank trail. Start at the main RSPB visitor car park on Newton Lane and follow Redshale Road into the reserve. The lagoon loop offers open views across land reclaimed from coal mining. Continue beside the River Aire to the Arrow Lane junction, then return along the river before heading east past Main Bay and Village Bay to Cut Lane. Turn back where the walking trail ends, before the village road.

The route uses established visitor paths throughout. Much of it is level, with a modest climb around the lagoons. Gravel and earth paths can be muddy or flooded after wet weather, so check reserve notices and wear suitable footwear. Take binoculars if you have them, and leave time for the lakeside viewpoints.

Parking charges apply, with free parking for RSPB members. Toilets and refreshments are available during visitor centre opening hours, which change seasonally. Allow enough daylight for the return and check the car park's closing time. Dogs are restricted to designated rights of way.

Walk details

Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
7.9 mi (12.7 km)
Est. time
3h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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