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Covering 237 acres of woodland and water, Newmillerdam Country Park was once part of an area known by the Norse name of Thurstonhaugh. The name changed when the area became part of the medieval 'Chevet' estate after a new corn mill was built in the village in 1285 and the area became known as New Myllne on Dam.
Where once the park was managed for game and commercial forestry (the pine and larch trees having been planted for pit props), it is now managed by Wakefield Council's Countryside and Conservation Service for the benefit of wildlife and visitors.
The Country Park is ideal for short walks or longer rambles on the surrounding network of public rights of way. The bridleways and dis-used Chevet Branch Line permissive path offer good off road routes for horse riders and cyclists although cycling and horse riding are not permitted on the lakeside path, which is also suitable for wheelchairs, booster scooters and pushchairs.
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Every effort is made to make sure that all the information is correct but we strongly recommend that you call Newmillerdam Country Park before you set off on your day out to confirm opening times and admission prices.
Please also note that the position on Google maps for Newmillerdam Country Park is a rough estimate using their postcode in the database and might be slightly out.
It may also be worth clicking the web link for Newmillerdam Country Park to see if there are any special events coming up or currently on.
