Vicar Water CP Clipstone

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Overview

A walk with Helen (Erewash Ramblers) Starting by walking along Vicar Water to King's Clipstone with views of King John's Palace, we will pass old and new fish ponds, the site of speed trials, relics of the mining industry and modern restoration where after a climb we get great views over Sherwood Forest.

Sunday, 22 March 2026

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

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

This is June's walk in reverse so we'll see the bits we missed out due to cutting the walk short in the very hot weather.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 58800 62701
Nearest postcode:: NG21 9FQ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet in Vicar Water Country Park, Mansfield Road, Clipstone, Notts Parking is free - £1 donation suggested Toilets and cafe at car park

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