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Park / Green space Circular

Rother Valley Two Lakes

South Yorkshire

Distance
3.2 mi
Est. time
1h 30m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

A broad, almost level circuit of Rother Valley Country Park's Main Leisure Lake and Northern Lake. The open water gives the walk a spacious feel, with sailing boats, waterbirds and changing views across the park.

Start at the main visitor car park beside the courtyard, using the signed entrance off the A618 at Wales Bar. Walk south along the eastern side of the Main Leisure Lake, pass the water-sports area and follow the wide path around its southern end. Continue north along the western shore, then carry on around the Northern Lake. The path turns back down its eastern side and crosses the short stretch between the lakes before returning along the Main Leisure Lake to the courtyard.

Allow around an hour and a half, longer for the play areas, refreshments or watching the activity on the water. The park map promotes this two-lake circuit as an easy flat route. Surfaces include gravel and tarmac, with puddles possible after rain. Cyclists share several paths. Parking charges apply; check the park's gate times before setting off.

Walk details

Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
3.2 mi (5.1 km)
Est. time
1h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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