Penistone walks

Thurgoland Boundary Walk from Oxspring ( Download : PDF )

8.53mi +778ft -791ft 4h35 Average
Starting point in Oxspring - South Yorkshire

The Thurgoland Boundary Walk is just under nine miles long and takes in part of the upper Don valley as well as some of the tributaries of the river Dove. The route includes a short section on the old Dove Valley railway above the Silkstone tunnels and the route crosses the old Woodhead rail route twice.

Silkstone Circular walk including Cannon Hall Country Park ( Download : PDF )

10.42mi +650ft -630ft 5h20 Average
Starting point in Silkstone - South Yorkshire

This Barnsley walk starts in Silkstone and includes an old waggonway, the Cannon Hall country park and sections of the Barnsley Boundary Walk and the Penistone Boundary Walk.

Flouch & Winscar ( Download : PDF )

8.97mi +699ft -682ft 4h45 Average
Starting point in Langsett - South Yorkshire

This Peak District Walk follows sections of the Barnesley Boundary Walk and the Trans Pennine Trail in wild moorland. Route finding is generally easy and the walk uses well marked paths tracks and a section of minor road to explore the country at the eastern end of the now closed Woodhead Tunnel.

Cats Clough Head & Outer Edge ( Download : PDF )

9mi +1083ft -1076ft 5h05 Average
Starting point in Langsett - South Yorkshire

This Peak District walk explores the moors to the northwest of Sheffield and visits an area that sees relatively few walkers. Do select a clear day as navigation can be difficult in poor visibility.

Hordron Road and the Little Don without a car ( Download : PDF )

4.98mi +400ft -410ft 2h40 Easy
Starting point in Langsett - South Yorkshire

Hordron Road and the Little Don is a Peak District walk that can be reached by public transport. This half day route visits a beautiful moorland area which is little known by most visitors to the area.

A circular walk around Cawthorne ( Download : PDF )

3.44mi +436ft -440ft 2h00 Average
Starting point in Cawthorne - South Yorkshire

A steady uphill walk across farmland and through woodland providing views in High Hoyland back down towards Cannon Hall and Cawthorne. An easy downhill return across farmland.

Cawthorne Boundary Walk - Part 1 ( Download : PDF )

3.98mi +449ft -456ft 2h15 Average
Starting point in Cawthorne - South Yorkshire

The Cawthorne Boundary Walk is a 14 mile circular walk usually starting at the Village Hall. I have broken the roughly into 4 parts smaller of approximately 3-4 miles radiating from the village, enabling the walker to walk the village boundary in part over 4 walks or the complete boundary in 1. I pick up a public footpath close to the center of the village, opposite Beatson House restaurant and next to the Methodist Chapel.

Broomhead Moor & Ewden Beck ( Download : PDF )

5.98mi +843ft -850ft 3h30 Average
Starting point in Bradfield (South Yorkshire) - South Yorkshire

This Peak District walk is another route close to the western outskirts of Sheffield. The walk explores one of the valleys that run eastwards towards the Don - in this case the Ewden Beck. The start is close to Broomhead Hall.

Wortley round walk including Wharncliffe Crags ( Download : PDF )

8.14mi +712ft -712ft 4h20 Average
Starting point in Wortley - South Yorkshire

This walk follows a section of the Barnsley Boundary Walk and explores the countryside to the west of this town. The route also includes Wharncliffe Crags which offer some fine views.

Winscar Reservoir curcuit from Dunford Bridge ( Download : PDF )

8.86mi +820ft -801ft 4h45 Average
Starting point in Dunford - South Yorkshire

A Peak District walk that explores the open country and reservoirs to the nothwest of Dunford Bridge. This sector of the National Park sees fewer walkers and you are free to enjoy the superb scenery in relative peace and quiet.

Broomhead & Howden Moors ( Download : PDF )

12.37mi +1352ft -1355ft 6h50 Difficult
Starting point in Bradfield (South Yorkshire) - South Yorkshire

This Peak District walk explores the moors to the east of the Derwent Valley Reservoirs. Including some quiet paths and tracks, the route also visits the popular summit of Back Tor and the monument to the Lost Lad. This valley is particularly impressive and feels quite remote - considering how close it is to the thousands of people that are circuiting around Ladybower.

Back Tor, Bradfield Moors and Reservoirs ( Download : PDF )

11.03mi +1355ft -1381ft 6h15 Difficult
Starting point in Bradfield (South Yorkshire) - South Yorkshire

This Peak District walk explores the moorland and resevoirs that lie between Ladybower and Bradfield. Walking is generally good but do expect some short boggy sections after heavy rain.

Bretton Country Park to Horbury Bridge ( Download : PDF )

8.54mi +610ft -883ft 4h30 Easy
Starting point in West Bretton - West Yorkshire

Starting from Bretton Country Park Visitor Centre, this walk will lead you to Horbury Bridge through woodland, Overton and Middlestown.

Worrall, Sheffield to Combes Farm round ( Download : PDF )

2.68mi +381ft -354ft 1h35 Average
Starting point in Bradfield (South Yorkshire) - South Yorkshire

A short walk in a rural area close to Sheffield along footpaths. Reasonably signposted but care is needed to keep on track. Apt to be muddy. Sheep, horses and sometimes cattle are likely to be encountered.

Notton to West Bretton Country Park ( Download : PDF )

6.28mi +407ft -292ft 3h15 Easy
Starting point in Notton - West Yorkshire

Lovely walk from Notton to West Bretton Country Park passing on some Wakefield Way section.

Notton and Newmillerdam Circular ( Download : PDF )

5.84mi +210ft -200ft 2h50 Easy
Starting point in Notton - West Yorkshire

This an easy, relatively flat circular walk south of Wakefield. It makes use of a disused railway line and the Newmillerdam Country Park - beautiful woodlands and rolling countryside.

Horbury Bridge to Kirkhamgate ( Download : PDF )

6.15mi +423ft -236ft 3h10 Easy
Starting point in Sitlington - West Yorkshire

Nice walk from Horbury Bridge along River Calder to Kirkhamgate using mainly Wakefield Way and Kirkless Way.

The Newmillerdam and Chapelthorpe ( Download : PDF )

5.04mi +207ft -226ft 2h30 Easy
Starting point in Crigglestone - West Yorkshire

Easy walk around the Newmillerdam and Chapelthorpe.

Around Newmillerdam ( Download : PDF )

2.92mi +121ft -118ft 1h25 Easy
Starting point in Crigglestone - West Yorkshire

Easy walk around the Newmillerdam and Bushcliff Wood.

Bamford & Stanage Edges from Rod Side ( Download : PDF )

9.9mi +919ft -945ft 5h20 Average
Starting point in Bradfield (South Yorkshire) - South Yorkshire

This Peak District walk explores two of the gritstone edges in the eastern sector of the National Park. The walk generally follows well defined paths and tracks and offers some fine views from elevated positions along the way. After heavy rain do expect some boggy ground under foot along some sections of the route.

Alport Castles from Fairholme ( Download : PDF )

8.81mi +1102ft -1086ft 5h00 Average
Starting point in Hope Woodlands - Derbyshire

This Peak District Walk starts from Fairholme and includes Ladybower and Derwent resevoirs, a moorland section and the dramatic Alport Castles where a large landslip was the cause of the current scenic interest.

Crook Hill & Ladybower Reservoir ( Download : PDF )

6.51mi +630ft -627ft 3h35 Average
Starting point in Hope Woodlands - Derbyshire

A hill walk followed by a stroll along the reservoir makes this a worthwhile outing.

Pugneys Country Park to Sandal Castle ( Download : PDF )

3.27mi +131ft -115ft 1h35 Easy
Starting point in Crigglestone - West Yorkshire

A circular walk in Pugneys Country Park and around Sandal Castle.

Pugneys Country Park & Sandal Castle ( Download : PDF )

2.46mi +98ft -98ft 1h15 Easy
Starting point in Crigglestone - West Yorkshire

A circular walk in Pugneys Country Park to the Sandal Castle and back passing on the other side of the lake.

Rivelin Valley from Malin Bridge ( Download : PDF )

9.72mi +909ft -883ft 5h15 Average
Starting point in South Yorkshire

This walk explores the Rivelin Valley which lies to the west of Sheffield. The route includes a short section within the Peak District National Park. This walk goes out from Malin Bridge along the top of the valley side and comes back along the river.

St George’s Centre to the Lupset Pub ( Download : PDF )

1.14mi +75ft -75ft 0h35 Easy
Starting point in West Yorkshire

A circular walk from St George’s Centre passing by Mormon Church.

St George’s Centre to Airedale Heights ( Download : PDF )

1.1mi +62ft -62ft 0h35 Easy
Starting point in West Yorkshire

A circular walk with superb panoramic views from the top of the hill.

Ossett Town Center to Pildacre Hill ( Download : PDF )

1.82mi +43ft -43ft 0h50 Easy
Starting point in West Yorkshire

An easy, circular walk, mainly on pavements and good footpaths.

Ossett Town Centre to Spring Mill ( Download : PDF )

1.7mi +108ft -108ft 0h50 Easy
Starting point in West Yorkshire

An easy walk mainly on roadside pavements and green footpaths alongside field edges.

Healey Old Mills ( Download : PDF )

2.78mi +226ft -226ft 1h30 Easy
Starting point in West Yorkshire

An easy circular walk, mainly on roadside pavements and green footpaths alongside field edges.

The Balk ( Download : PDF )

1.62mi +75ft -75ft 0h50 Easy
Starting point in Walton (West Yorkshire)-1 - West Yorkshire

Nice and easy walk passing by The Walton War Memorial and using mostly the Wakefield Way.

Walton Colliery Nature Park ( Download : PDF )

2.31mi +82ft -79ft 1h10 Easy
Starting point in Walton (West Yorkshire)-1 - West Yorkshire

Nice walk from Walton along railways and through Walton Colliery Nature Park.

Shay Lane to Haw Park Bridge ( Download : PDF )

2.92mi +105ft -82ft 1h25 Easy
Starting point in Walton (West Yorkshire)-1 - West Yorkshire

Lovely walk from Walton to Haw Park using Trans-Pennine Trail.

Blackden Brook, Kinder, Crookstone Out Moor & Upper Ashop ( Download : PDF )

6.5mi +1178ft -1191ft 4h00 Average
Starting point in Hope Woodlands - Derbyshire

This Peak District walk comes with a warning as it's not suitable for those who don't like scrambling along the side of vertical banks or who are not happy crossing streams. It is undoubtedly easier to do the walk by going up Blackden Brook - rather than coming down it - and it is easier in good, dry weather. The reward is some great views!

Circular Walk from Kirkgate Train Station ( Download : PDF )

1.5mi +20ft -20ft 0h45 Easy
Starting point in West Yorkshire

A circular and easy walk mainly along River Calder.

From Heath to Goosehill, Kirkthorpe and back ( Download : PDF )

3.61mi +144ft -138ft 1h45 Easy
Starting point in Warmfield cum Heath - West Yorkshire

This walk start at the large common at Heath, then take you along footpath and bridleways to the smaller commons at Warmfields, Goosehill and Kirkthorp where you can discover the hidden gems such as pond at Goosehill or the village stocks, last used in the 1860's, at Kirkthorp.