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Shafton is a village located in South Yorkshire, governed by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. With a population of approximately 3,500, it serves as a residential community within the region. The village's history is rooted in coal mining, reflecting its industrial heritage. Shafton is part of the broader economic landscape of Barnsley.
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Tomcat’s wood
Located in the serene area of Monk Bretton, Tomcat’s Wood offers a peaceful escape for nature lovers with its charming walking paths and benches. While the parking facility is likely pay-and-display, visitors can enjoy a short, leisurely walk through the woods, perfect for a quick getaway with family or pets.
Monk Bretton Trig point
Located in the scenic area of Monk Bretton, the parking facility at Monk Bretton Trig point offers convenient access to the nearby hiking trails and points of interest. While the payment options are not explicitly detailed, it is likely a pay-and-display system, typical for such locations. Visitors can enjoy the ease of access provided by the new road from the housing estate, making it a great starting point for exploring the area's natural beauty.
Monk Bretton Park
Monk Bretton Park offers a delightful escape in Barnsley, perfect for a leisurely day out. This English heritage site provides free parking, making it an accessible spot for families and dog walkers alike. Enjoy the clean and well-maintained surroundings as you explore the playground and scenic areas.
Food & Drink
Hot N Tasty
Discover Hot N Tasty in Barnsley, a popular cafe serving up 'good honest breakfast' and known for its friendly service.
The Pheasant
Located in the heart of Monk Bretton, The Pheasant offers convenient pay-and-display parking for visitors. Enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere with a selection of drinks and an outdoor area, perfect for a relaxing stop while exploring Barnsley.
Alice’s Cafe new
Located in the charming village of Monk Bretton, Alice’s Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with a variety of menu options. While parking specifics are not detailed, visitors can expect standard pay-and-display parking typical of the area. Enjoy a cozy meal and explore the local surroundings.
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Geographic Facts
- Population
- 3,447
- Administrative area
- Barnsley
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Walk: Havercroft and Kinsley
A lovely easy walk through the fields between the villages of Havercroft and Kinsley, in-between Wakefield and Barnsley. Wintersett Reservoir in West Yorkshire England The Route what3words for start point: ///incur.flanked.lately Start Point: Bus stops on Cow Lane, near the corner of East Street, Havercroft, WF4 2HQ Finish Point: WF4 2HQ Distance: 5 Miles GPX Route Map walkshirehavercroftandkinsleyDownload Walk Description From the bus stops on B6428 Cow Lane, walk towards and turn down East Street, and then left onto the access road to walk behind the houses. Follow this road around and turn left at the end onto a track called Tup Lane. Continue along the track, through the trees and around the business park, turning left at the corner to reach the entrance of the park. Carry on, with the business park on your left along Westoff Lane to meet houses at the edge of the village of South Hiendley. At the corner with the farm lane on the left, turn right to follow Tun Lane. At the triangle junction with the main road, turn left and then left at the roundabout onto George Street. Just before the triangle School roadsign, turn left down the footpath snicket and follow this past the school. At the junction of paths, turn left and follow the path between the trees and across the field following the clear path on the ground. At the track, turn right, and then left at the first triangle junction, then right at the second triangle junction. Follow this almost straight boundary between two fields, and eventually, you reach the outskirts of Kinsley. The path goes behind houses on the left, then turns left, crossing Tumbridge Crescent, to go behind houses on the other side of the road. At the end of the house, turn right, follow the field, then turn left Halfway along this field, a clear path on the right takes a diagonal across a field. Carry straight on, then left diagonally across another field, and then another. Turn right, walking at the back of some houses before reaching the B6428. Turn left to get back to the bus stop.
Barnsley Canal Walk
Enjoy a waterside walk or cycle along the Barnsley Canal on this easy route near Royston. The Route what3words for start point: ///opposites.bunny.rope Start Point: Shaw Bridge, Shaw Lane, Carlton, Barnsley S71 3HJ Finish Point: (B6378) Walton, Shay Lane, WF2 6LA Distance: 5 miles GPX Route Map barnsley-canalDownload Walk Description Enjoy a waterside walk or cycle along the Barnsley Canal on this easy route near Royston. This section of the canal follows National Cycle Network Route 67 from Shaw Bridge, near Royston, to Walton. The route runs for just over 5 miles passing Rabbit Ings Country Park, Wintersett Reservoir and the woodland of Haw Park. It's a peaceful area with a nice surfaced path ideal for a safe cycle or easy walk.
Walk: Fitzwilliam Country Park Walk
Get a quick fix of the outdoors with this short but sweet lovely walk around the Fitzwilliam Country Park, right off the train! The Route Start / Finish Point: Fitzwilliam Railway Station, Railway Terrace, Fitzwilliam, Pontefract WF9 5DA Distance: 3 Miles GPX Route Map walkshirefitzwilliamcountryparkDownload Walk Description Exit the railway station on the car park side, and veer right along Wentworth Terrace, crossing over the entrance to the car park and enter Fitzwilliam Country Park on the footpath to the left of the bench. At the junction of paths, turn left, and then follow this main path through the trees and then around to the right. Just before the main path bends around to the right again, take the smaller path to the left and then turn right when it joins another path, to walk with some trees on your right hand side. Turn left and then veer left to follow a clear path on the ground which follows the line of the trees, then moves away to the left, and then back to the trees. Carry on after the line of trees ends, to reach Rose Lane. Turn right, and follow Rose Lane to just after a slight double bend, where, at the wide junction of tracks, turn right. This track follows the line of the trees for a while, and then moves to the right inside them. Follow the track to emerge near a pond, where the track turns right to eventually join up with the railway station car park’s access road, where you started.
Walk: Fitzwilliam Country Park
There are multiple trails and paths to follow in this lovely country park just on the outskirts of Wakefield. The Route what3words for start point: ///shows.impresses.gullible Start Point: Fitzwilliam Finish Point: Fitzwilliam Distance: 2 Miles GPX Route Map fitzwilliam-country-parkDownload Walk Description Ideally located next to the train station at Fitzwilliam this is ideal for those walkers travelling on public transport. The park itself has several routes that are ideal for meandering around at your own pace. Keep a look out for the wildlife as you venture round Water voles are often seen at the water's edge as well as Buzzards swooping down on unsuspecting prey. The park is also ideal for dog walking.