Walks in the Penistone Area

The Trans Pennine Trail forms just part of the network of paths that you can enjoy in the district, with numerous access points onto the Trail in the district.
There are leaflets available on the Penistone & Thurgoland Boundary Walks, which we will add to this site as downloadable files as soon as possible.

The local footpaths are mostly looked after by the ‘Adopt a Path’ Group who aim to walk the paths on a regular basis and report any problems to the local council. Langsett is a popular starting point for walkers, with the benefit of a café to welcome your return.

You can walk by the banks of the reservoirs or explore along Silkstone Waggonway and discover the remnants of our industrial heritage.

The Walks

The following links will take you to a new page with more details about each walk.

Trans-Pennine Trail

Boundary Walks

Silkstone Waggonway

All the notes in these sections are adapted from the articles written by John Hislop for the Explorer's Guide to Penistone.

Other Walks in Yorkshire

We're aware that there are a wide range of walks to follow in Yorkshire and that many people use Penistone as a base because it's location is so convenient. If you'd like to plan other walks outside the immediate area during your stay here then you'll find a wealth of information dedicated to Yorkshire walks at: www.walkinginyorkshire.co.uk

Wherever you go, please follow the Countryside Code

Be safe: plan ahead and follow any signs
Leave gates & property as you find them
Protect plants and animals, take your litter home
Keep dogs under close control
Consider other people

Please remember that in the winter, the weather can be changeable and the environment can be unforgiving. Dress suitably and leave a route plan and estimated time of return to ensure your safety.

You can read more here www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk (picture taken from the site).