Along the canal from Rotherham to Meadowhall.

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Overview

Starting from Rotherham Central railway station/ tram stop we walk through the town centre passing the Minster before heading to the River Don to join the towpath which we follow to the end of the walk at Meadowhall.

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:: 50m / 164ft
Type:: linear

We will travel to the start of the walk on the 10-27 am tram/train from the Sheffield Cathedral tram stop.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
No car needed
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 42585 93019
Nearest postcode:: S60 1QH
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Rotherham Central Railway Station/ Tram Stop

Finishing point

Grid reference:: SK 39648 90975
Nearest postcode:: S9 1EA
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Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Meadowhall South Tram Stop

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