Dove Valley Trail
This shared cycling and walking trail runs along a disused railway line and National Cycle Route 62 from Silkstone Common to Wombwell.
The multi user path runs for a distance of about 9 miles, passing Dodworth and Worsbrough Mill Country Park on the route.
On the way there's nice views of the River Dove and the surrounding countryside. The route is entirely traffic free so ideal for families looking for a safe cycle or walk.
You start off at Silkstone Common where you can pick up the trail just to the south of the railway station. Follow the trail east and it will take you to Worsbrough Country Park where there's an interesting 17th century mill and waterside paths along a pretty lake.
The final section takes you past the Dearne Way and Wombwell Wood before finishing just east of Wombell at the RSPB Dearne Valley and the RSPB's Old Moor Nature Reserve. The wetland reserve is a great place to look out for a wide variety of water loving birds. There is also a car park here if you'd like to start from here instead.
The trail uses a section of the epic Trans Pennine Trail if you would like to continue your outing.
Dove Valley Trail Ordnance Survey Map 
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Dove Valley Trail Open Street Map 
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Dove Valley Trail OS Map 
- Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking
Dove Valley Trail Open Street Map 
- Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Pubs/Cafes
The route passes Manvers Lake towards the end of the walk. There's a nice waterside footpath here and a lakeside cafe for refreshments.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
The Transpennine Trail east of Silkstone Common
Picnic tables by the Trans Pennine Trail
Field gate with Wentworth Castle in the background.
Wave Erosion Barrier Worsborough Reservoir
Manicured part of the Trans Pennine Trail.
The Trans Pennine Trail, Wombwell
Dove Valley landscape
The view from the family Hide RSPB Old Moor