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From Forges to Follies

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Overview

An easy circular walk from Elsecar Heritage Centre, passing the Needle's Eye, Hoober Stand, the Mausoleum and Wentworth Woodhouse before walking through the village and returning to Elsecar. Packed lunch required.

Saturday, 29 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
244.8m / 803ft
Type:
circular

Walkers are reminded it is their responsibility to wear appropriate footwear/clothing, bring adequate food and drink and carry emergency contact details. Go to the Walks/Information for Walkers tab for more details.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 38600 99801
Nearest postcode:
S74 8ER
what3words:
bombard.sheepish.skidding
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at Elsecar Heritage Centre. Parking is free and there are toilets.

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE