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Start on the trail beside Grassmoor Country Park car park, off Birkin Lane. This one-way walk follows the old railway and colliery corridor south to Tibshelf Ponds, through a landscape of woodland, ponds and open country. Allow about two and three-quarter hours, with extra time for stops.
Follow the Five Pits Trail towards Wolfie Pond, keeping to the main trail rather than the longer Williamthorpe and Holmewood loop. Cross Williamthorpe Road carefully, then continue past Timber Lane and through Locko Plantation. Carry on past the Hardstoft Road and Pilsley area, through Tibshelf to the edge of the ponds site.
The surfaced trail has some long, steep slopes and is shared with cyclists and horse riders. In winter, expect possible mud, puddles, loose leaves and ice, and take care at road crossings. Some nearby paths around Williamthorpe Road are closed for construction. Check the council's latest access and roadworks notices, follow signs at the crossing, leave enough daylight and turn back if conditions are poor. There are access points along the trail if you need to shorten the walk.
This is a linear route, so arrange your return from Tibshelf in advance. Parking is available at Grassmoor Country Park; check local signs and current arrangements before you travel.
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