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Garforth and Kippax

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Overview

Meet outside Garforth Library @ 10.30 for a 6m circular walk.

We will walk along Church Lane & then to the end of Green Lane to Winfields outdoor store.

We will cross over A63 with care & continue down to Kippax where we will cross over a beck to enter Townclose Hills Nature Reserve.

We will then pick up the old Castleford/Garforth railway track which takes us back into Garforth where we will go & have refreshments.

Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

A few muddy paths on the recce

We may have a short break if needed

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 40405 33010
Nearest postcode:
LS25 1DU
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Start time:
10:30 am

Garforth Library Lidgett Lane LS25 1EH

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