The 200th anniversary of the modern railway is being celebrated this year under the Railway 200 campaign. This walk aims to experience one aspect of our railway past, the Nottinghamshire mineral line system connecting the county’s many pits. The coal industry is long gone but remnants such as the tracks of old coal mineral lines remain and some are footpaths.
We will walk along three different disused lines with extensive views of the countryside as much of the way is along embankments. We will pass by two areas where there used to be multiple sidings, where once there was intense coal activity. You will be able to see the extensive rock excavations that were needed to make space for all the tracks. Along the route there were several coalpits, one of which now has a visitor’s centre.
The route distance is about 5 miles and is largely flat, with the surrounding countryside undulating. There are no stiles and the paths are well made. Part way along, there will be a drink stop, so please bring any drinks or snacks with you. Where two old railway bridges have been removed, there are short downhill and uphill sections.
We start at 10:30am. Please arrive a few minutes before that for introductions and a walk briefing. There is an optional meal after the walk at the Carnarvon pub. If you wish to join us for the meal, please email me by Tuesday 22nd April to secure a place.
For more details please email Rob Turner at robertramblers@gmail.com
Further details will appear on the Rushcliffe Ramblers website in the last week of March.
https://www.rushclifferamblers.org/walks/walks-programme.html