The Best Walks Around Waverley

Whether you’re a hiking devotee or used to the odd ramble, the unique placement of Waverley offers incredible views and varied trails for everyone in the family. Renowned for their green spaces, alongside the bustling city life, Sheffield and Rotherham have a plethora of lakes, woodlands, nature reserves, and so much more to leave your footprints behind. Allowing for residents, and beyond, to find idyllic peace with ease amidst the flurry of everyday life. At Sky-House, we have made a helpful mini guide, breaking down the very best walks around Waverley and all the new places waiting to be explored.

Waverley Lakes Circular

Established on the former Orgreave Colliery site, which was shut down in 1981, the Waverley Lakes is a gentle, peaceful walk perfectly suited for families, casual strolls, and dog walkers. The lakes are an incredibly popular spot for bird and nature lovers, with varying breeds such as swans and skylarks to catch a glimpse of throughout the seasons. Providing ample wide paths and tranquil waterside views, Waverley Lakes is the ideal retreat from urban life.

Treeton Dyke and Hail Mary Wood Circular

Considered a moderate trail, this circular route follows the lake shoreline and offers plenty of wildlife and scenic landscapes for walkers to observe. Despite some swampy sections in particularly wet seasons, the trail is rich in biodiversity, making it a pretty rewarding day out. Visitors can also enjoy partaking in fishing and water sports activities, or perhaps have a lakeside picnic in the warm summer months.

Rother Valley Country Park

Rother Valley has no shortage of walking trails to choose from, with the main trail offering a popular circular route around the main Rother Valley Lake. Suitable for the whole family across all ages and fitness levels, this is the perfect sanctuary for wildlife, and nature lovers are sure to be kept busy. There’s also a never-ending number of activities to keep you busy, whether you’re into water sports, cycling, archery, or fishing; the park is brimming with things to do. Its well-maintained paths help guarantee an enjoyable day out for locals and visitors alike.

Shire Brook Valley Circular

This picturesque and lovely walk guides people through the woodlands at Shire Brook Nature Reserve, featuring wetlands for blooming wildlife and distinctive biodiversity. This route features mostly flat paths, with the occasional muddy section during the wetter months, making it a leisurely day out. Shire Brook Valley really immerses people in nature, with its meadow landscapes, woodlands, peaceful lake, and dedicated picnic area.

Wickersley Wood and Grange Wood Circular

This trail is equipped for the more active hikers out there. At over an impressive 18km in length, it offers an array of spectacular views and terrain, between archaeological sites, historical ruins, brooks, bridleways, and quaint villages. This trail is nothing short of incredible, and only a short distance from the neighbourhood of Waverley. For those looking for something less challenging, Wickersley Wood provides a quiet walk out with an easy circuit and beautiful wood carvings to find.

Highwall Park

Coming to the area of Waverley is the brand new Highwall Park, connecting Waverley Lakes with Olive Lane and reshaping the former Orgreave Colliery with a vibrant and safe multi-purpose space. This park will provide dedicated footpaths and cycling lanes, play spaces, picnic areas, sport zones, and enrichment for the entire family. Highwall Park also has a strong focus on accessible play equipment, alongside paying homage to the mining heritage of the area through thoughtful design. No matter the season, Highwall Park is a wonderful space for everyone in the family, runners, cyclists, and those looking for a place to connect with others in the community.

Discover healthy, green living – at home and beyond!

At Sky-House, we love the diversity that is offered around the Waverley neighbourhood, from traversing a new trail every day to catching up with friends in a local micro bar, Waverley has it all! We incorporate green living as part of daily life in our communities, whether it’s relishing from the comfort of your own roof terrace, enjoying our sustainably built homes, or you’re getting up close and personal with nature, Sky-House always strive for more.

If you would love to discuss the local areas of our neighbourhoods or want to book a viewing, then get in touch with a member of our friendly team!