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RSPB Old Moor Nature Reserve – Manvers Boat House & Lake loop from Wath upon Dearne

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Hiking trails & Routes

United Kingdom

England

Yorkshire And The Humber

RSPB Old Moor Nature Reserve – Manvers Boat House & Lake loop from Wath upon Dearne

Easy

5.0

(2)

hikers

RSPB Old Moor Nature Reserve – Manvers Boat House & Lake loop from Wath upon Dearne

01:30

5.90km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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1.75 km

RSPB Old Moor Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The RSPB Old Moor nature reserve is 220 acres of wetland nature reserve which is home to some of the finest and rarest birds in Britain. Here, you can expect to find bitterns, lapwings, redshanks, avocets and golden plovers, as well as tress sparrows and willow tits. Located in the Dearne Valley, the area was once known for its coal mining and industry. Since the closure of the mines in 1993, the area has been transformed into a nature paradise. The visitor center and cafe are open daily 9.30am - 5pm whilst the reserve is open until 8pm. Entrance for adults costs £5. You can find more information here: rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/dearne-valley-old-moor

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3.51 km

View of Manvers Lake

Highlight • Lake

Short walk round manvers lake muddy in winter

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4.19 km

Pit Head Winding Wheel Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

A monument to the industrial heritage for this site

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4.73 km

Manvers Boat House & Lake

Highlight • Rest Area

The Manvers Boat House is situated next to Manvers Lake and offers water sports equipment rental. It also has a cafe with outdoor benches available and it's a great place to sit and admire the lake. They also have a club which runs a variety of activities, check for opening times and prices.

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