Length – 3.5 miles
Description
Parkwood Springs walk takes in this natural ‘wild’ space close to the centre of the city of Sheffield. There is woodland and heath, open parkland, and a range of natural habitats where wild lupins bloom, kestrels hover, and deer have been seen. There are spectacular views over the city centre, the suburbs and the distant moors of the Peak District. The word ‘spring’ in ‘Parkwood Springs’ has nothing to do with water but lots to do with the old woodlands. You also pass alongside the River Don and visit Wardsend, an abandoned Victorian cemetery. More information is available from the Friends of Parkwood Springs and the Friends of Wardsend Cemetery.
Information
- Length – 4 miles (6.4 km)
- Grade – Mostly well-defined paths. Some rough ground. No stiles. Steady climbs. Some rocky footing. Parts can be muddy and slippy in wet weather. Some road walking.
- Start – Shirecliffe Road/Cooks Wood Road entrance to Parkwood Springs. S3 9AA
- Grid Reference – SK 352 896
- Parking – street parking or car park
- Maps – OS Explorer map: 278: Sheffield & Barnsley
- Public transport – Bus routes 18, 18a, 20, 83, 83a, 784 and H1 pass the start point. The 7, 8 and 8a travel along Neepsend Lane, close to (6).
- Refreshments – none on this route. However, various pubs are nearby including the Gardeners Rest .
- Public Toilets – none on this route
Stocksbridge Walkers are Welcome walks can be found as recommended routes on the OS Maps App for mobile phones , tablets and pc.
Parkwood Springs walk instructions
Map of the walk
Mobile Phone Coverage – Mobile phone signal coverage is mostly good in this area. Intermittent signals can be received on higher ground.
Ordnance Survey map OL1 Dark Peak is recommended for all the routes on this web site.
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