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Wyming Brook Nature Reserve
A wilderness ravine nature reserve with babbling streams, rocky crags and pine woodland just west of Sheffield city.
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About
A wooded ravine with stepping stones, waterfalls and views across Sheffield city, with routes ranging from easy riverside strolls to scrambles over rocky crags.
Wyming Brook Nature Reserve is a precious pocket of wild woodland on the western edge of Sheffield, managed by Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust.
The reserve features a dramatic wooded ravine cut by the tumbling Wyming Brook, with mossy boulders, small waterfalls and stepping stones. Visitors can choose between easy strolls on the wide, surfaced Wyming Brook Drive offering views across the Rivelin reservoirs and Sheffield city beyond, or higher footpaths along rocky crags and a more adventurous boulder-strewn route beside the brook itself. The habitat is part of the Eastern Moors Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and supports diverse wildlife including wood warbler, dipper, and various moths. The reserve has received the Green Flag Award for eight consecutive years.
Why go
- A hidden gem of cascading water, stepping stones and woodland ravine with drama and beauty within 20 minutes of Sheffield city.
- Mix of easy family-friendly routes on the wide bridleway with stunning views, plus more adventurous rocky paths beside the brook.
- Muddy sections beside the water demand good boots but reward with intimate stream-side scenery and small waterfalls.
- Part of the Eastern Moors SSSI with abundant birdlife and ancient woodland, holding Green Flag status for eight years.
- The reward is wild countryside on the city's doorstep, with views across reservoirs and moorland to the Peak District beyond.
Before you go
- A lollipop route combining easy family-friendly sections on the wide Wyming Brook Drive (with views across Rivelin reservoirs) with more rocky and uneven terrain beside the brook itself. The first section along the water is the most dramatic with proper rocks, small waterfalls and stepping stones. The middle part is flatter and more relaxed. Can be muddy and slippery near the water.
- Can be muddy and slippery near the water, especially after rain. Good boots essential.
- Not suitable for buggies or wheelchairs.
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Read all 5Great place to visit during the recent very warm weather. Surprisingly scenic along the river.
What a beautiful spot to go to🔥 1hour away from me well worth it. Had a blast hiking and walking around seeing the waterfalls. Make sure to take the right shoes as it can get slippery and very muddy. Nature waterfalls🏝️ Stepping stones🚶♂️ Hiking🥾 Carpark was quite busy had to wait 5/7mins 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tips
0Is Wyming Brook Nature Reserve free to visit?+
Yes, entry to Wyming Brook Nature Reserve is free. There is also free parking available on site.
Can I bring my dog to Wyming Brook?+
Yes, the reserve is dog friendly, making it a great choice for a walk with your pet.
Is Wyming Brook suitable for families with young children?+
Yes, it is family friendly and suitable for all ages. There are easy, wide surfaced paths along Wyming Brook Drive as well as more adventurous routes for older children.
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A lollipop route combining easy family-friendly sections on the wide Wyming Brook Drive (with views across Rivelin reservoirs) with more rocky and uneven terrain beside the brook itself. The first section along the water is the most dramatic with proper rocks, small waterfalls and stepping stones. The middle part is flatter and more relaxed. Can be muddy and slippery near the water.
Trail details
- Route typeLoop
- Terrainwoodland, riverside, rocky ground
- Best seasonSpring (bluebells), Autumn (colours and misty scenes)
- Dog friendlyYes
- Buggy or wheelchairNot suitable
Can be muddy and slippery near the water, especially after rain. Good boots essential.
Getting there
- ParkingWyming Brook Car Park
- Parking costFree
- PostcodeS10 4QX
Features
Getting there
- ParkingWyming Brook Car Park
- Parking costFree
- PostcodeS10 4QX
Reviews
5 on GoogleGreat place to visit during the recent very warm weather. Surprisingly scenic along the river.
What a beautiful spot to go to🔥 1hour away from me well worth it. Had a blast hiking and walking around seeing the waterfalls. Make sure to take the right shoes as it can get slippery and very muddy. Nature waterfalls🏝️ Stepping stones🚶♂️ Hiking🥾 Carpark was quite busy had to wait 5/7mins 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Lovely woodland walks, even on a grey day you can easily spend a couple hours here. Make sure to wear decent walking boots if you opt to follow a smaller footpath rather than the main trail, there are lots of rocks, tree roots and some sloped sections of path. Dog friendly, though keep an eye out for ground nesting birds. No bins, so take home what you bring. Main car park is free but only big enough for 15-20 cars so either come early to avoid disappointment, or hope you get lucky.
Be careful when turning to the parking lot. The place there is beautiful. But parking is a limited space. We were on a working day. Around 11:30 in the afternoon there were three free spaces. So visually looking. There is no toilet. There is no café. There you can only relax in the fresh air and take photos.
Something out of a fairytale. The path down have to rocks to scramble over, and trees to go around. There is one path to follow through the Brook itself. The water is clear and was running full force when I went. There was a lot of mud before the stepping stones, so either get some wellies or some really good walking boots. Be prepared to sink into the mud while planning a good route around the mud. The car park itself is small, room for about 12 cars at best, so get there early to get a car parking space. There are people who will come and park like idiots and nearly block the entrance out of the car park. There is no warden on the car park and there is no metre either. Its a free car park, thats why people cram into it.
Tips
0Questions
7Is Wyming Brook Nature Reserve free to visit?+
Yes, entry to Wyming Brook Nature Reserve is free. There is also free parking available on site.
Can I bring my dog to Wyming Brook?+
Yes, the reserve is dog friendly, making it a great choice for a walk with your pet.
Is Wyming Brook suitable for families with young children?+
Yes, it is family friendly and suitable for all ages. There are easy, wide surfaced paths along Wyming Brook Drive as well as more adventurous routes for older children.
Are there toilets at Wyming Brook Nature Reserve?+
Yes, toilet facilities are available at the reserve.
How muddy does it get at Wyming Brook?+
The reserve can get very muddy when wet, particularly on the boulder-strewn path beside the brook, so waterproof footwear is recommended on rainy days.
What can I see and do at Wyming Brook?+
Visitors can explore a wooded ravine with waterfalls, stepping stones, mossy boulders and rocky crags, as well as enjoy panoramic views across the Rivelin reservoirs and Sheffield city. The reserve also supports diverse wildlife including wood warblers and dippers.
Where exactly is Wyming Brook Nature Reserve and how do I get there?+
The reserve is located on Wyming Brook Drive, Sheffield S10 4QX, on the western edge of the city. Free parking is available on site, making it easy to reach by car.