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Park / Green space Circular

Walton Colliery Lakes Figure Eight

West Yorkshire

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

A figure of eight around the two lake areas of Walton Colliery Nature Park. Start in the free public car park off Shay Lane and follow the Trans Pennine Trail through the southern part of the park. At the junction between the lakes, continue towards the old Barnsley Canal, then turn onto the path around the northern lake. The outward side passes grassland and young woodland, while the return gives closer views of the water and reeds.

Back at the central junction, cross the small bridge and follow the broad eastern loop around the southern lake area. It curves through open ground and trees before returning to the same car park. The contrast between the ponds, woodland and former railway boundaries gives a good sense of how the old colliery has become a wildlife site.

Allow about an hour and a half at a relaxed pace. Paths are generally clear, but dirt and gravel sections can be wet or muddy. Share the main trails with cyclists and horses. Keep children away from the water's edge, and bring drinks for the walk.

Walk details

Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
2.3 mi (3.8 km)
Est. time
1h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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