Thoresby Vale Country Park

Newark Group

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Overview

Join us for this 7.5 mile walk that includes woodland, heathland and Nottinghamshire's newest country park. Enjoy panoramic views from the highest point and use the telescope to see interesting features close up. There are a number of information boards detailing both the history of the former Thoresby Colliery and the wildlife that now inhabits the site.

Usual stops for refreshments en route so come prepared.

Please register for this walk on Newark Ramblers website where you will also find details of our car share scheme.

Sunday, 7 December 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: 233.2m / 765ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://newarkramblers.org.uk/walks/walk-register-1st-to-12th-jan-2022.html

There are some hills and it can be muddy in places . Visitor centre and toilets 15 minutes into the walk

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Car sharing available
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 62766 66276
Nearest postcode:: NG21 9RR
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Dukeries Lodge Hotel High Street Edwinstowe NG219HS

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