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Idle Valley Nature Reserve 

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Overview

This gentle ramble sets off from the visitor centre just off North Road Retford  and takes in part of what is the largest reserve in the care of the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. The first part of the walk follows the river northwards and is very picturesque. 

Thursday, 12 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Walkers are reminded it is their responsibility to wear appropriate footwear/clothing, bring adequate food and drink and carry emergency contact details. Go to the Walks/Information for Walkers tab for more details.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 68981 82983
Nearest postcode:
DN22 8RQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park at the visitor centre where there is a cafe and toilets

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE