The Rivelin Valley is located to the North West of Sheffield and stretches three miles, linking Sheffield to the Peak District. The latter half of this walk follows the Rivelin Valley Heritage Trail besides the River Rivelin and to the sites of some of the picturesque mill ponds which have been reclaimed by nature now that the deserted and demolished mills have no need of their waters. A continuous nature and heritage trail weaves between the ruins for some 5 kilometres (3 miles), passing through woodlands and … Rivelin Valley Park, Rivelin Valley Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 5GL Rivelin Valley Heritage Open Day 2019 will have exhibits about its industrial heritage and local wildlife, with guided walks to the world famous Mousehole Forge. Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, Sheffield: See 345 reviews, articles, and 214 photos of Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, ranked No.3 on Tripadvisor among 174 attractions in Sheffield. The site is owned by Sheffield City Council and there is open access. Fox Hagg is an area of heathland and woodland, high on a hillside overlooking the Rivelin Valley, close to Wyming Brook. Rope Swing on the Rivelin Valley Nature Trail. Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, Sheffield: See 345 reviews, articles, and 214 photos of Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, ranked No.3 on Tripadvisor among 172 attractions in Sheffield. Write a review Review On the outskirts of Sheffield city centre, explore this lovely nature trail full of mini waterfalls and local heritage. A public footpath (the Rivelin nature and heritage trail) passes the site and runs along the dam wall. The lower Rivelin Valley forms part of a green corridor along the River Rivelin stretching from the urban area at Malin Bridge into the Peak District. Sunday 22 September 2019 10.30–1500 Celebrating industrial heritage, wildlife and creativity in the Rivelin Valley. Some date all the way back to the 16th century! Fox Hagg’s varied and dramatic scenery is as spectacular as the view. Rivelin Valley Nature Trail has the remains of 20 watermills and 21 mill dams. It later expanded into other areas of the Rivelin Valley where it has helped to improve the nature trail, and maintain the woodland, millponds, goits and archaeological heritage. The Head Stone sits at the top of the Rivelin Valley in the Peak District National Park However, the natural monument has now been damaged by vandals who have chipped away at the rock face. The Rivelin Valley Conservation Group. The River Rivelin Rises high on the Hallam Moors and travels west until it joins the River Loxley then on into the Don, The nature trail created in 1967 runs along the bottom of the valley which has been carved out of the sandstone and shale by the river over the last 300 Million years. The RVCG was formed in 1991 to help maintain the footpaths and woodlands around Hagg Lane. Along the route there a plaques and guide posts with QR codes you can scan. It is one of the 20 water-powered mills built in the Rivelin Valley that now form an important part of Sheffield’s industrial heritage. Rivelin is a peaceful natural retreat from the inner city life of Sheffield a mere 6 miles away. The varied flora attracts a wide variety of birds so this is a great spot for birdwatching.