Spen Valley Greenway
Go to online mappingFrom - to: Dewsbury to Oakenshaw, nr Bradford
Length: 7 miles
Type: Disused railway path
Surface: Tarmac
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The Spen Valley Greenway uses a disused railway line running near the River Spen between the towns of Cleckheaton, Dewsbury and Heckmondwike, eventually linking to Bradford. The route is a wonderful green corridor running through densely populated urban areas with long distance moor-land views, it passes a wildlife reserve and a rolling golf course.
The path is also home to a collection of artworks including Sally Matthew’s flock of Swaledale Sheep constructed from recycled industrial scrap and ‘Rotate’ by Trudi Entwistle - 40 giant steel hoops set in a circle.
The route is traffic-free with a gentle climb from Dewsbury to Oakenshaw. From Oakenshaw, you can continue into Bradford using signposted cycle lanes and paths.
Download the Spen Valley Greenway map leaflet.
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