7k Run Bolsover: Charming Loop at Poulter Country Park

Route Overview & Local Insights

Enjoy a scenic 6.7km loop that perfectly balances steady pacing with natural beauty, starting and ending in the quaint village of Nether Langwith. This route offers a fantastic mix of surfaces, featuring 5km of paved terrain along a fast, flat disused railway path before transitioning into the lush, grassy trails of Poulter Country Park. With a modest 58m ascent, it is classified as a relatively flat course, though the gentle rise into the park provides just enough of a "hilly" challenge to keep your heart rate up. Runners will appreciate the well-maintained paths and the peaceful transition from the sheltered tree-lined railway track to the open, expansive views of the Derbyshire countryside.

Poulter Country Park is a shining example of industrial reclamation, having been transformed from the former Langwith Colliery spoil heap into a thriving wildlife haven. As you navigate the loop, you are running through a landscape steeped in mining history, now reclaimed by wildflower meadows and hardwood plantations. The area sits on the border of Bolsover and the Dukeries, offering a sense of seclusion despite its proximity to local landmarks. After your run, take a moment to explore Nether Langwith, a quintessential English village known for its distinctive limestone cottages and the peaceful flow of the River Poulter, which gives the park its name.