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Park / Green space Circular

Langsett Northern Shore and Woodland

South Yorkshire

Distance
2.4 mi
Est. time
1h 20m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

A sheltered woodland circuit above Langsett Reservoir, with glimpses of the water and the moorland beyond. The walk stays on the northern shore and forest tracks, with a short climb through the trees on the return.

Start at the south-west corner of Langsett Barn car park. Take the middle path beside the stone wall and descend to the shore. Turn right with the reservoir on your left, following the broad surfaced path through the trees. At the western end, climb away from the water to the wide track and turn right. Continue uphill to the next main junction, then take the signed bridleway back towards Langsett Barn. The return passes woodland and the old quarry before reaching the car park.

Allow about an hour and twenty minutes. Most of the route is firm and broad, but there are short steep slopes and the higher track can become muddy. Keep dogs on a lead. Use Langsett Barn's free parking and toilets; starting here avoids the busy-road crossing from Flouch.

Walk details

Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
2.4 mi (3.9 km)
Est. time
1h 20m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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