Walton Country Park
📍 102 Shay Ln, Walton, Wakefield WF2 6NB, UK
About Walton Country Park
Walton Country Park, also known as Walton Colliery Nature Park, is a cherished green space located in Walton, Wakefield. Transformed from a former colliery, this extensive park offers a tranquil escape and is highly regarded by visitors, boasting an excellent Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from nearly 900 reviews.
The park is an ideal destination for those seeking peaceful strolls, with ample space for dog walking and safe routes for children to cycle. Visitors can enjoy observing local wildlife, including ducks and swans, and explore features like the war memorial. Many paths are largely flat and pram-friendly, making it accessible for families with young children. Free parking is available on-site, enhancing convenience for all.
Visiting Information
- Opening Hours: Walton Country Park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, allowing visitors to enjoy its beauty at any time.
- Accessibility: The park features wheelchair-accessible parking and entrances, and many main routes are suitable for prams and wheelchairs, as noted by visitors.
- Payment: Access to Walton Country Park and its parking facilities is free of charge. No payment is required for entry or parking.
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📍 102 Shay Ln, Walton, Wakefield WF2 6NB, UK
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Showing 5 of 879 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 31 January 2026.
A lovely place for a peaceful walk. On rainy days, some paths can get a bit slippery, but if you stay on the main route, you’ll be fine. The only drawback is the horse droppings on certain path areas, which can cover quite a bit of space, so you’ll need to watch your step to keep your shoes clean. Parking is free and there are plenty of spaces available.
Lovely park. Loads of space for the dogs to run about. Mostly flat. Great for if you have Children to go on there bikes. Ducks, swans, very pretty
Beautiful place for a walk. We visited on a December morning, after a night of heavy rainfall. We had our 1 year old in his basic pram, and were easily able to walk the red path around the colliery and get to the war memorial. There is free parking on site, but no toilet or cafe. Fab walk, will definitely be back more often now!
Wild , nice circular walk , parking available. A bit off road , still can go with a pram if you have medium to larger wheels. Can feed ducks there and see bunnies if you are lucky enough.
I love visiting this place. Lovely walk any season and great place to enjoy a picnic in the warmer weather. No toilet facilities, no shops near so make sure you grab food or coffee before you go.