Newmillerdam Lake – Newmillerdam Lake loop from Chevet
Newmillerdam Lake – Newmillerdam Lake loop from Chevet
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Newmillerdam Lake – Newmillerdam Lake loop from Chevet
02:29
9.43km
90m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: February 12, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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3.26 km
Newmillerdam Forest Gravel Trail
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
3.46 km
Newmillerdam Country Park Woodland Trail
Highlight • Forest
Tip by
3.98 km
The Dam Inn
Highlight • Pub
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4.09 km
Newmillerdam Lake
Highlight • Forest
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5.43 km
Such a lovely family
Highlight • Lake
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6.20 km
Newmillerdam Lake
Highlight • Natural Monument
The dam was built to provide a lake and therefore power to the mills owned by the Pashley family just south of Wakefield.
The lake and surrounding area is now a nature reserve owned and managed by Wakefield Council.
The lake has a well surfaced path all around it, suitable mostly for pushchairs and wheelchairs as well as kids on bikes. It's a popular place and fun for a short walk.
Tip by
6.46 km
The Boathouse, Newmillerdam Country Park
Highlight • Cafe
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7.11 km
Grebes and baby Coots
Highlight • Lake
Plus lovely to see the Grebe bob in and out of the water. They can stay under for ages
Tip by
7.66 km
The Arboretum
Forest
9.43 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.01 km
747 m
458 m
210 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.90 km
2.48 km
2.35 km
463 m
218 m
< 100 m
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Wednesday 6 May
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3°C
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