Wombwell to Dodworth via Worsbrough

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Overview

A walk of two halves. Firstly through woodland to Worsbrough Mill which has a cafe and toilets, then via the TransPennine Trail and footpaths to Dodworth.

Catch the 09:35 Northern Huddersfield Train from Sheffield as far as Wombwell.

Woodland paths may be rough and muddy.

Just one stile. No real climbs.

Tuesday, 18 February 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Walkers can use their Senior's Bus Pass to get half-fare on the train.

Car users can park at Wombwell and join us off the train.
Then catch train back from Dodworth.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 38820 02427
Nearest postcode:: S73 0LU
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Wombwell Rail Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:: SE 31147 05399
Nearest postcode:: S75 3JJ
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Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Dodworth Rail Station

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