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Wakefield and District Ramblers Group

We are the Wakefield and District Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Varying terrain visiting two beauty spots with contrasting history, Anglers Country park, a 40 year old transformed Opencast mine site and Nostell Priory, 300 year old landscaped parkland by Lancelot "Capability" Brown. Good paths, 3 stiles, possibly livestock but definitely waterfowl! Please bring a packed lunch and drink. Toilets at start, lunch and finish. Optional cafe at the end. 

Saturday, 9 August 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
115.8m / 380ft
Type:
circular

Please note this walk and the one on 23rd August from the same start point go in totally opposite directions. 

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 37499 15401
Nearest postcode:
WF4 2EE
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Start time:
10:30 am

Haw Park Lane, Wintersett, WF4 2EB Car parking fee payable. Recommend extra time to enjoy the Country Park, Visitor Centre and cafe after the walk.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking