If you would like to walk around Meltham or West Yorkshire just select your nearest town, length of walk and type of walk. David Brown Tractors took over their main mills in 1939, closing down (as Case Tractors) in 1988. Linear. Starting from Magdale, this six-mile walk is more accessible than some other rural and hillside walks. Our return to Meltham is via a field and several roads (Red Lane, New Bridge and Mill Moor Road, which is the only one with a footpath). Do not cross it but turn back left along the field edge to a stile over the wall to the right, semi hidden under the bushes. Map Filters. Start Point. Grade. A circular walk between Swinton Park and the North Yorkshire market town of Masham. From the centre of Meltham walk 150 metres along Holmfirth Road then turn right to walk up Tinker Lane until it bends sharply right. The Meltham Way is circular walk of around 10 miles. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. A walk full of history by moor and mill, clough ... Keep reading > Download the Wolfstones, Meltham and Upperthong circular walk by clicking here. In the upland areas the return of curlews and lapwings is welcomed in spring; also wheatears from tropical Africa. History: (see also Meltham Historical Town Trail leftlet). Distance measured: -Miles (-km) Get route gradient profile. To the north of Meltham, this reservoir is popular with birdwatchers and is fully wheelchair accessible. From the start point go north down Station St for approximately 200m and then right on to … We meet at the Carlile Institute car park every Monday at 10am and Tuesday at 1.30pm. The great variety of habitats for birds means that all seasons will provide interest, with summer and winter migrants swelling the resident population. 8 miles Circular, Medium Walk Meet Geoff at 10:30 in the car park behind the Carlile Institute, Carlile Street, off B6108 Huddersfield Road, Meltham HD9 4AB, grid ref SE 101 106. The route leaves Meltham on the Greenway and heads up towards Crosland Edge, down to Honley Wood Bottom, through Honley Wood itself and returns via Slate Pit Wood. The paths through the woods can be muddy in places…. 8 miles Circular, Medium Walk Meet Geoff at 10.30 am in the car park behind the Carlile Institute, Carlile Street, off B6108 Huddersfield Road, Meltham HD9 4AB, grid ref SE 101 106. 35 circular routes for most abilities, from 8km to 19km, around Edale, Marsden, Fairholmes, Baslow and Castleton, including Kinder Scout and Mam Tor, and 5 longer (25km to 45km) routes highlighting the best of the Gritstone Edges, High Moorland and Deep Valleys. 392 likes. To the north of Meltham, this reservoir is popular with birdwatchers and is fully wheelchair accessible. Challenge events are normally between 20 and 100 miles and must generally be completed within a defined time limit. Turn right up this road and you are now on the Meltham Way. The ‘figure of 8’ walk, takes you from Scar Lane in Lockwood, along Albert… continue reading. The catchwater shows water crowfoot flowers in April and May. Steps. Turn right down the narrow fast road taking care (particularly at the bends) and where the road bends right, walk straight ahead on the tarmac lane. A route through countryside, much of it on the Meltham Way. Plotted with the plotaroute.com route planner. The mills that gave Meltham Mills its name used that valley’s river and water from the reservoir in Slate Pits Wood. This walk covers some of the ground of the ‘Colne Valley Circular Walk’. Map Filters. Cross a stone stile and walk diagonally across the field, passing 30m to the right of an agricultural building, to reach the gateway to Far Fields Lane in the far corner. Covering 60 hectares (150 acres), it is an important example of upland oak woodland and is a key part of the local forest habitat network. Meltham Health Walks. Map Filters. The route returns to Holmfirth via the viking village of Upperthong. The town is famous as the main location in the long running sitcom 'Last of the Summer Wine'. The Meltham Way A waymarked circular walk in the countryside around Meltham THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW. A valley- and woodland-based walk with a few steep climbs. The LDWA organises many challenge and local group walks, as well as listing many more organised by other organisations. Bilberry, gorse, heather and bramble cover the steeper banks along the walls. On arriving at a bend to the left, with a public footpath signed ahead, take the track to the right for 200 metres. Cotswold Way Circular Walk: 7. This is an 8 mile circular walk round the West Yorkshire town of Meltham in the Holme Valley. LDWA Walks. Woodlands tent to become quieter after the breeding season but woodpeckers are common and nuthatches have increased significantly in our area. Drop down, cross a bridge and bear right uphill on a track. Take bus 246 to Westerham from Bromley or Hayes station and join the walk from the alley with the stone steps towards the eastern end of the high street in Westerham, opposite the green. Distance – 14km (8 3/4 miles) Time – 6 hours Related Walks. Meltham Walkers are welcome. A walk which uses paths through woods either side of the Holme Valley and goes by way of the ancient settlements of Thongsbridge and Netherthong. The Brook family came to Meltham Mills in 1774 setting up a very successful cotton and silk business there. Park in Honley, which is a 15-minute walk away, and enter the woods at Hassocks Lane (or off Knowle Lane if approaching from Meltham Road), and follow the circular path around meadows and ponds, through woodland and open ground. Behind the impressive 17 th century Market Hall is a stone plinth marking the beginning of the Cotswold Way and also this five-mile circular walk. A walk with a variety of landscapes – moorland, hills, woodland and water. This is a linear walk going through villages including Holmfirth and Honley. It allows … Meltham Blue Plaque Trail (3 miles) Please open the PDF and print out, thank you! Walk diagonally across the field to a stile in the far right hand corner. Name: Meltham, Kirklees Place type: Town Location: Grid Ref: SE 0998 1059 • X/Y co-ords: 409986, 410596 • Lat/Long: 53.59189987,-1.85062176 Moors for the Future Audio Trail – Black Hill (9 miles) This is a linear walk going through villages including Holmfirth and Honley. There are plenty of opportunities for dogs to take a paddle in the rivers. Latest updates. There are prehistoric archaeological features - cairns, earthworks and burial sites - concealed in the undergrowth. They provided Meltham Town Hall, Meltham Hall and Park, workers homes, schools, churches, the Pleasure Grounds and the Convalescent Home (now The Woodlands). The northern side is over moorland (which can be wet in places) whilst the southern side of the valley goes past rural parts of Linthwaite and Lingards. For a better reservoir view you can go through a stile near the gate onto the waterside path then over a stile back onto the track at the far end, near the detached house. Public Transport. Bear right on the track where a footpath veers off up to the left, to arrive at Harrison Lane. Cotswold Way Circular Walk: 7. ... Meltham Moor Circular Route. Details of refreshments, pubs & parking are included on each Meltham walk … on the outskirts of leeds, this circular walk is ideal for families with plenty to see along the way. Walk ahead along the left side of a field, over a stile and down another field to a path junction. Turn right down this road past the industrial buildings following it round to the right, over a bridge and up past a public footpath off to the right. Turn left, cross the bridge and through a gate, walk ahead then shortly turn right to follow a path parallet to the catchwater, crossing a small stream and the stepping stones at Muddy Brook. Cross the embankment, turn right at the end, walk down between the houses and bear slightly left into a walled track. I say’ wayfaring’ in the post title, rather than plain old walking, as it’s mentioned on the back of the Colne Valley Circular Walk booklet which Jenny (fellow walker and also stargazer) had lent me: “Thirteen miles of fascinating wayfaring in the beautiful South Pennine countryside of Kirklees, West Yorkshire. The town is known for its two breweries; Theakstons and Black Sheep Brewery. At the next public footpath to the right, turn right down the track, passing the access to the new Royd Wood on the left where around 6000 trees have been planted. OS Map Number. Or go down Calmlands to the main road and turn left to follow this road back to Meltham centre. Meltham Mills Co-Op was founded in 1827, 18 years before the Rochdale Pioneers. Distance - 4 ½ miles Time – 2 ¼ hours Route Type – Moderate Facilities: Toilets & Refreshments - (link to website) (Link to website food and drink page) Customise your trip with our filters. We follow the Colne Valley Circular Walk, which has views towards Marsden, for a short distance then turn off onto the path up Deer Hill to the reservoir. The first part of the walk, from the town centre round to Blackmoorfoot Road passes along moorland edge, through pasture land. Make the most of your daily exercise privilege and get yourself out in this fine weather. The route goes straight on at a roundabout (the Kirklees Way turns right here) and then under the A62. Details of refreshments, pubs & parking are included on each Meltham walk … Meltham Health Walks. This route is a reasonably challenging 8 mile walk using a variety of tracks + paths. description A valley- and woodland-based walk with a few steep climbs. Take the track ahead to a road, passing to the side of a locked gate on the way. circular walk Alternative: Start at Berry Brow Railway Station (½ mile) Suggested direction: Anti-clockwise dean wood & beaumont park circular 1. This circular walk explores the immediate area surrounding the town of Holmfirth in Yorkshire. Distance measured: -Miles (-km) Get route gradient profile. January 2021 Lockdown; Walking Lockdown; NOTICE OF MELTHAM WALKERS ARE WELCOME – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2020 This walk is courtesy of Friends of Holmfirth Library and Tourist Information Centre. CLICK HERE . After passing the barrier, bear left up the cobbled lane to arrive back at Calmlands (14km). Guidebook to 40 walks in the Dark Peak area of the Peak District National Park. Turn right at the main road to very shortly cross it and over a walled stile (10km). Map Filters. Use the GPX map (link below) to pinpoint your location. The weir works at Brown Grains provided compensation water, during dry periods to Melthams mills which before steam, were water powered, mainly by Meltham Dike. Blackmoorfoot reservoir provides year round interest, especially the large winter gull roost, great crested grebes and a variety of ducks. 2. There are many images of Marsden in SE0411 and SE0511. Turn left down Knowl Lane then carefully cross the road at the bottom to arrive at the Pleasure Grounds. Distance calculator . Here’s a popular walking route for you to follow just a short distance from the Vogue Homes site – The Meltham Way – A waymarked circular walk in the countryside around Meltham – Happy hiking everyone. Cross a stile to Brown Grains Road track (2km). Thongsbridge to Netherthong Circular Walk. These and the new mills caused the main employer to change from farming to industry. Refreshments are available in Meltham. The second 7km holds woods of mixed oak, beech, birch and sycamore above holly and elder. This is a lovely varied walk, enjoying beautiful riverside paths alongside the River Burn and River Ure and visiting the bustling town of Masham. If you want to walk down the main street of Marsden, where there are shops and cafés, follow the Kirklees Way to the right and then left to cross the A62 near the New Inn. Follow the track down past the house to a walled path. In the Pleasure Grounds, ferns. Walk ahead now on a track passing a public footpath on a track to the right. Starting in Netherton, near Huddersfield, the route takes us through Spring Wood, Magdale, Honley village, and then along the wooded ridge overlooking Hall Dike comprising Clitheroe Wood, Honley Old Wood and Greasy Slack Wood to Meltham. Meltham Health Walks are free and all ages and abilities are welcome. Marsden walk 11.1 miles Meltham walk 2.5 miles Meltham walk 8.75 miles Meltham walk 9.2 miles Meltham walk 10 miles Milnsbridge walk 7.2 miles Mirfield walk 20 minutes (wheel and push-chair friendly) Mossley walk 4.9 miles Newsome walk 25 minutes (wheel and push-chair friendly) Penistone walk 1.3 miles Penistone walk 5.5 miles The walk is based around Honley Woods but actually starts in Meltham at Royd Rd. ... Oldham Way to Pots and Pans Hill. Added to your Itinerary Planner below. This 7 mile (11km) walk follows part of the Peddars Way and the Great Eastern Pingo Trail, a circular walk created by Norfolk County Council. Cross the stone stile, taking the inclined footpath sharply back to the left, to climb to a path junction at the top. Take the path ahead down the wood to Huddersfield Road (8km). Walking | Meltham Way | This is an 8 mile circular walk round the West Yorkshire town of Meltham in the Holme Valley. 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