Exploring potential cycle route from Shirebrook/Littlewood Lane through to Pleasley Vale/ St Chads alongside River Meden. Path on west side of Meden obstructed by wooden stile then after 300m steep stone stile - couldn't safely lift ebike. Tried east of river, OK to ride but St Chads exit blocked by tight kissing gate - just managed to get Creo 2 through by lifting up vertical on back wheel.

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November 25, 2025

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St Chad's was built by Joseph Paget after he inherited his parents' estate and consequently became a senior partner in nearby Pleasley Vale Mills. In 1876, deciding that his household …

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1. Meden River Waterfall – St. Chad's Chapel loop from Pleasley

8.13km

02:09

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Oxclose Wood Ponds – St. Chad's Chapel loop from Mansfield Woodhouse

9.18km

02:28

110m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Forest Path – St. Chad's Chapel loop from Pleasley

4.97km

01:18

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Shirebrook, Bolsover, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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St. Chad's Chapel

1. Meden River Waterfall – St. Chad's Chapel loop from Pleasley

2. Oxclose Wood Ponds – St. Chad's Chapel loop from Mansfield Woodhouse

3. Forest Path – St. Chad's Chapel loop from Pleasley

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