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Canal / Riverside Out & back

Kiveton Park to Shireoaks Canal

South Yorkshire

Distance
6.6 mi
Est. time
2h 45m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

Follow the Chesterfield Canal from Kiveton Park to Shireoaks and back, passing wooded towpaths, quiet moorings and the restored staircase locks around Thorpe Salvin and Turnerwood. This section starts in South Yorkshire and continues into Nottinghamshire, following the same waterway throughout.

Begin beside Kiveton Park station's small car park and join the towpath at Dog Kennel Bridge. Head east, keeping to the towpath as it descends past the lock flights. The wooded stretch gives way to Turnerwood's canalside cottages before continuing towards Shireoaks. Turn around at the towpath beside Shireoaks Road Bridge, near the marina, and retrace your steps.

Allow about two and three-quarter hours for the full return. There is a short stepped connection by the starting bridge and ramps beside the locks. Much of the path is narrow gravel, so wear shoes that cope with puddles and give other walkers space to pass. Take particular care near the water and lock chambers. The return climbs gradually back towards Kiveton. Check the posted parking conditions before leaving your car, as the station car park has limited spaces.

Walk details

Walk type
Out & back
Category
Canal / Riverside
Distance
6.6 mi (10.7 km)
Est. time
2h 45m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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