Isle of Skye Quarry and Tin Mill Ponds Ramble. Pre-booking with Walk Leader ESSENTIAL

Dearne Valley Group

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Overview

A ramble up Hunshelf Bank to the Isle of Skye Quarry enjoying panoramic views over Stocksbridge and Deepcar returning via the T.P.T. and Wortley Leppings to the beautiful Don Valley and Tin Mill Ponds.

Please book by phone or text NOT E-MAIL.

Dogs welcome, but must be on a short, fixed lead.

Sunday, 29 March 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 26964 98407
Nearest postcode:: S36 1BX
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Edward Street Car Park {free} Stocksbridge. From Friendship Public House on Manchester Road B6088 turn up Johnson Street and park behind Doctor's Surgery.

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