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This fortnightly walk varies in route and is usually around a 5 to 6 mile round trip. The walks often start at 9am and finish around 12pm and include refreshments, toilet break and a lovely. If you are driving to the Styrrup to meet up there is plenty of car parking. Most routes are accessible for wheelchairs and mobility scooters however please check in advance with the walk leader.

Example walks:

Sunday 18th February: Going to the hub in Auckley

We are meeting at the Styrrup pub car park in Rossington at 9am the walk is accessible for all and is around 5 to 6 miles round trip.

We will be stopping at the hub for refreshments toilet break and lovely chat before getting back to the Styrrup for around 12pm.

If you are driving to the Styrrup to meet up there is plenty of car parking.

 

Sunday 3rd March: Going to punch’s hotel on Bawtry road via the Atterby drive footpath

We will be meeting at the Styrrup pub car park at 9am walk is accessible for all  and around 5 to 6 mile round trip.

We will be stopping at punch’s hotel for refreshments toilet break and a lovely chat before heading of and arriving back at the Styrrup at around 12pm.

If you are driving to the Styrrup to meet up there is plenty of car parking.

A friendly 1 hour walk and talk, approximately 2 miles at leisurely pace usually around Sandall Beat Woods or Armthorpe Pit Top. Tea and coffee is available afterwards (a 50p donation is welcomed). Toilet facilities are available.

Join Amy and Joely for a 2 mile circular walk around Phoenix Park in Thurnscoe. Look out for the unique sculptures as you stroll along the winding paths. The park has a good hard surface, that doesn't get too muddy, however, it does flood after lots of rainfall.

There are a couple of slight inclines but plenty of rest stops along the way. The walk is suitable for prams, wheelchairs, and dogs on a lead. The route can be adapted to suit all abilities.

Appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather is advised. Please get in touch if you'd like more details.

Join Roger and the friendly bunch of walkers on a circular route round Wombwell. The walk consists of a mixture of road paths, dirt paths and field tracks. There are various easy walking routes in the area, the walk leader decides which route to take depending on the weather and the ability of the group. The routes are easy with uneven surfaces and slight inclines. The group is friendly, welcoming and takes rest stops if required. The walk can be muddy, but the walk leader tries to avoid this where possible.

One of the routes does have a stile, but there are lots of routes available to avoid the stile if required. Speak to Roger prior to the walk if you have any questions or concerns, or fill in the form above.

Join us for a circular walk starting at the RSPB courtyard and following the path round to the Manvers Lake Waterfront, with a half way stop at the Boathouse Cafe for a lovely hot or cold drink, depending on the weather! The park is full of wildlife from fish to ducks, geese and swans.

The route is accessible for wheelchairs and buggies, but the walk can get muddy due to being a dirt track and there are a few slight inclines with some uneven ground, but it's mainly flat. Get in touch by clicking the email button above if you would like more information.

Join Peter for a lovely circular walk around New Springs Country Park in Grimethorpe. It starts in the Acorn Centre car park, with a little bit of road walking through the industrial estate. There are 2 roads to cross before getting to the park. The surface in the park is slightly uneven but does not get muddy. There is an incline to get up to the view point (it's worth the walk up!).

The walk is dog friendly but please keep them on the lead. The walk is family friendly, however, please contact Peter using the form above if you have any questions to gage a better understanding of the route i.e if you plan to bring a pushchair.

Join Dave and the friendly group on a social stroll along the Trans Pennine Trail. There are various routes available depending on the ability of the group. The walk covers 2 miles and rest stops are available if required. There is a slight incline to get onto the trail but the rest is flat. The surface is paved but can get flooded occasionally. For the first walk the path continues towards Mcdonalds, where the group turn around and walk back to Kate's Sandwich Bar.

The second route starts the same on the Trans Pennie Trail but turns off onto more uneven terrains with slight inclines. It continues on a dirt track, through a small wooded area and back down through fields. Again this route is just over 2 miles.

There are usually 2 walk leaders on the walk, therefore, the group can split off onto the various routes. If there's only 1 walk leader, the group will stay together and do the first route.

Join Pete for a gentle walk around Elsecar park and the surrounding fields. This walk is suitable for beginners, however, the surface is slightly uneven with a slight incline. There are 2 stiles to climb over and the walk can be muddy if it's been raining a few days before. 

It's recommended to wear walking boots or good trainers to prevent slips and trips. The walk is dog friendly but they are asked to be kept on a lead. The walk is family friendly, however, the route isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs. 

There are some poles available to borrow if required for the walk. Please speak to Pete for more information.

Join us for a walk in historic Elsecar. We meet in the public car park on Wentworth Road right opposite the park. We'll be offering a choice of three walks, all one hour or under, to suit all levels of ability. Why not stay on after the walk for a snack in the park café or a wander round the antiques centre?
Toilets are available in the visitor centre and also in the park.

Join our sociable walks around Gainsborough.

Join Les and the friendly group on a circular walk from Cudworth library, through the park and into green spaces. The walk takes you on public footpaths, through the park, on a dirt track trail, through fields and back towards Cudworth library. The walk does have slight inclines, but there are a few rest stops along the way to regroup.

The walk can get muddy and the surface is uneven, therefore, it is advised to wear sensible footwear to avoid slips and trips. The walk is dog friendly and the owner is asked to keep the dog on a lead or under control when off the lead. 

Join Kayleigh and Karla for a leisurely stroll along the scenic Trans Pennine Trail, passing by the beautiful Monk Bretton Priory. The walk starts from the Priory Campus in Lundwood and follows a well-paved and mostly flat route, with just one small incline. There are several resting points along the way, where you can take a break and catch your breath.

This walk is suitable for wheelchairs, prams, and dogs on a lead. There are two walk leaders, so you can walk at your own pace and regroup at the resting points. Make sure to wear comfortable and weather-appropriate footwear and clothing to fully enjoy this walk.

Join Kayleigh and Karla for a leisurely stroll along the scenic Trans Pennine Trail, passing by the beautiful Monk Bretton Priory. The walk starts from the Priory Campus in Lundwood and follows a well-paved and mostly flat route, with just one small incline. There are several resting points along the way, where you can take a break and catch your breath.

This walk is suitable for wheelchairs, prams, and dogs on a lead. There are two walk leaders, so you can walk at your own pace and regroup at the resting points. Make sure to wear comfortable and weather-appropriate footwear and clothing to fully enjoy this walk.

Come and explore Handsworth's green spaces with us on Tuesday afternoons. We start from the Methodist Church hall (upstairs meeting room) and offer a choice of walks to accommodate all levels of fitness. The longest walk usually lasts a full hour (occasionally slightly longer), and may include field and woodland paths. The shortest walk may include a rest stop in the park and uses routes that avoid steps and uneven ground. All walkers return to the Methodist Church hall after their walk where the volunteer walk leaders serve tea and coffee while walkers continue their conversations.

Are you free on Friday afternoons? Why not join us for a walk in the Woodhouse area? We offer a choice of two walks each week with a variation in routes from week to week. One walk goes down into the Shirebrook Valley nature reserve to walk and this walk generally lasts 60-75 minutes. The other group stays up in the village using the green spaces there. This walk generally lasts 40-50 minutes and largely avoids both hills and mud. We return to the Salvation Army Community Hall after our walk to enjoy a drink and biscuit and to continue our conversations. It is a great way to end your week.