A Walk in Wyming Brook
Explore Wyming Brook, a beautifully wooded ravine on the edge of the Peak District in Yorkshire, perfect for photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a peaceful escape. Wander among the trees and discover a clear brook tumbling over mossy stones, crossed by a series of picturesque wooden footbridges. Once a medieval hunting forest for nobility, this tranquil Nature Reserve is now managed by The Wildlife Trust for Sheffield and Rotherham, providing a safe haven for crossbills, dippers, redstarts, pied flycatchers, and rare moths. Follow our 1.7-mile route to experience the best of this stunning spot, and please treat it with the respect it deserves.
The beautifully wooded ravine of Wyming Brook is an absolute gem. It lies on the edge of the Peak District in Yorkshire, and it’s a perfect spot for photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, hikers, or those who just want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Wander among the trees here and discover a clear brook tumbling over mossy stones and part-submerged tree roots, criss-crossed by a series of a picturesque wooden footbridges. It’s a stunning place to explore at any time of the year.
In medieval times the area around Wyming Brook and the adjoining Rivelin Valley was a private hunting forest for the region’s nobility. Now, with a wonderful irony, those same acres are a Nature Reserve managed by The Wildlife Trust for Sheffield and Rotherham as a home and safe haven for a wide variety of wildlife. Keep your eyes and ears open for crossbills, dippers, redstarts, pied flycatchers and wood warblers, as well as the common lutestring and northern spinach moths.
Wyming Brook Walk
For a short walk to see the best of this beautiful area, follow our 1.7 mile route here…
An Important Word!
Wyming Brook is a pristine, beautiful haven for wildlife of all sorts. If you explore this wonderful place, please treat it with the respect it deserves. Please take all your litter away with you and remember that barbecues and fires are not permitted. Thank you!
How Do I Get to Wyming Brook?
Wyming Brook Nature Reserve is located on the edge of the Peak District in Yorkshire, only a few miles out of Sheffield. From the A57 Sheffield to Glossop road, turn left onto Selbourne Road if approaching from Sheffield, then turn left onto Sandygate Road. Continue and keep right to follow onto Redmires Road for around 2.5 miles. The car park is just past Soughley Lane, postcode S10 4QX.
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If the wooded beauty and tumbling waterfalls of Wyming Brook captivated you, the Peak District has several more beautiful woodland walks to explore. Padley Gorge is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest with ancient oak and birch woodland and a clear stream tumbling over waterfalls. The dramatic Stanage Edge offers a completely different experience with its wild gritstone escarpment, while the lovely village of Hathersage offers independent shops, cafes and excellent walking routes. Froggatt Edge provides equally stunning walking with wide views over the Derwent Valley. Discover more routes at our Walking Trails Guide.
