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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.

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

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE TO WALK DETAILS. SHORTER WALK. MEETING TIME AND PLACE UPDATED. 

Undulating walk on field paths and tracks with a few stiles and likely to  be very muddy so gaiters and walking poles recommended.

Dogs on a short lead at all times are welcome on the walk as no livestock in the fields at this time of year.    

Picnic lunch.                            

Saturday, 21 February 2026
Start time:
10:45 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Walk details changed due to heavy rain and possible flooded areas. Any questions please contact Pat direct on 07974 521044.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 26601 23401
Nearest postcode:
WF12 7SQ
what3words:
rods.acute.mobile
Start time:
10:45 am

Meet Willerton Close (cul-de-sac) Shaw Cross Dewsbury WF12 7SQ Please park with consideration for residents.

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