Winter walk in Wheatley

Retford Group

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Overview

The walk starts at The Sun Inn North Wheatley, then heads to Clayworth via the Trent Valley Way.

We then follow the Chesterfield Canal to Townend Bridge, ascending up towards Wheatley Field

and returning back to the walk start point via Golt Lane Track

Sunday, 5 January 2025

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

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

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for this walk.

Also, bring a packed lunch and a drink.

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SK 70623 81235
Nearest postcode:: DN22 6RF
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 75537 85907
Nearest postcode:: DN22 9AZ
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Start time:: 9:45 am

Please park on the road (right side of Retford Road) just after the main pub car park

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