Things to do
Walking, running & cycling
Park routes
The park has many routes for people of all ages and abilities to be able to enjoy exercise while taking in the stunning views.
The park has a series of trails to allow you to get round the park easily. The routes have been graded for length and difficulty, so you can choose a route that is suitable for you.
There is an orienteering course in the park. Visit the Go Orienteering website to get a free map and give the course a go!
Routes for all abilities
The routes are all named after areas of the colliery that once inhabited the site. They cater for everyone, whether you fancy a quick stroll with a pushchair or a strenuous workout that incorporates a long route and steep inclines:
- Top Hard – 2.8km long with some steep inclines
- High Hazles – 1.4km with gentle slopes suitable for wheelchair users
- Main Bright – 2.7km of mainly easy paths but with a sharp slope at one point
- Low Hazles – at 5.7km it’s the longest route with several steep parts
All routes are circular and are signposted at every junction.
The park has a nature trail you can follow too.
Visit the Go Orienteering website to get a free copy of the park’s orienteering course map.
Park run
The park hosts weekly parkruns. These free, fun events are a great way to get into running, jogging or walking and a really sociable community.
Saturday mornings have 5k runs and on Sunday mornings we have 2k junior parkruns (for ages 4-14). They are all completely free. Find out more and register at the Parkrun website.
Other walks in Gedling Borough
There are lots of different places to go for a walk, run or cycle in Gedling Borough – find somewhere else to explore on this Parks and Walks in Gedling Borough Google Map.