
Canklow Woods
📍 Rotherham S60 2BY, UK
About Canklow Woods
Canklow Woods, nestled in Rotherham, offers a wonderful natural escape for locals and visitors alike. This serene woodland, highly rated by visitors with 4.5 out of 5 stars, is celebrated for its peaceful atmosphere and abundant walking opportunities.
Visitors can enjoy exploring many well-defined routes, including a popular circular walk, with free parking available nearby, such as at Boston Castle. Reviewers consistently praise the woods as an ideal spot for a peaceful stroll and a perfect 'doorstep walk' throughout the year. The diverse woodland is particularly noted for its silver birch trees, creating picturesque scenery. While paths can be muddy after rain, they generally provide an excellent, accessible experience for those looking to connect with nature.
Visiting Information
Canklow Woods is open daily, with extensive hours from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and shorter hours on Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Entry is free, and payment is not required. While accessibility features are not explicitly listed, the nature of a woodland walk should be considered by visitors.
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📍 Rotherham S60 2BY, UK
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Showing 5 of 35 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.
free parking at Boston castle. there are many routes inside the wood you can explore, beawear some routes are overgrowth with nettles, brambles and ferns.
Lovely wood and can do a circular walk. If yr favourite tree is a silver birch this is the place to go. Paths a bit muddy just now (had me on my bum) but will soon dry up. No one there so if you want a peaceful work ideal
The perfect doorstep walk all year round 🍃
Great place to ride
A fantastic woodland with lots of trails, wildlife and beauty. Great for a walk with family or dogs. Even downhill mountain biking. A jewel in Rotherham.