Tracking the South Yorkshire Railway
Chapeltown Railway Station, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S35 2UP
7 miles (11.3km)
Walk starts from Platform 2, Chapeltown station
Finish: Meadowhall (People using cars can return to Chapeltown by train)
Terrain: Even going
Grade: leisurely
Bring food and drink
Linear walk starting from Platform Two, Chapeltown Station to Meadowhall, generally following part of the route of the South Yorkshire Railway, via Parkin Wood, Chapeltown Park, Smithywood and Butterthwaite. There are remains of stations and railway equipment in various states along the way and reminders of the industries that once depended on this railway. Much of the walk is through woodland and other green spaces with a variety of wildlife. Walkers will also be given information highlighting parts of the South Yorkshire Railway’s route still visible from the tram back from Meadowhall to Sheffield.
Led by Graham Jones
Sorry, but only assistance dogs are allowed on festival walks.
Timings & Tours
- Monday 09 September:
- 10.00 to 13:00
Location & directions
Chapeltown Railway Station, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S35 2UP
- Contact on day:
- Graham Jones
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Book through Eventbrite
- Booking contact name:
- Robert Haslam
- Booking telephone number:
- +447761922047
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/visit/headline-events/sheffield-walking-festival/
- Booking opens:
- 13 Jul 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 08 Sep 2024 12:00 AM
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 25
- Est. tour duration:
- 4 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
