Six Dales Way from Swinsty

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Overview

Leaving the car park we pick up the Six Dales Trail and follow it towards Lindley Wood Reservoir before returning via the Washburn Valley, Folly Hall and Swinsty Reservoir

No dogs

Saturday, 29 November 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: 274.3m / 900ft
Type:: circular

If you intend joining the walk a text would be appreciated just in case of any last minute changes. However you are still welcome to just turn up but please always double check the website for any updates.

Features

Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 18663 53675
Nearest postcode:: LS21 2NP
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Swinsty Reservoir car park ( the one with toilets) Pay and Dispaly

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