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The Wakefield Way 7 - Lofthouse to Altofts

Summary

A flat, linear walk along a stretch of disused railway and peaceful paths alongside the River Calder and a long stretch along the Aire & Calder Navigation.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4 miles (10.3 km)
Walking time:
03h 15m
Type:
Linear

Start location

Lofthouse, West Yorkshire

lat: 53.7262323

lon: -1.4958976

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