Panshanger Park and River Mimram Walk

At a Glance

Distance

8.0 km (5.0 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

2 hr 20 min

Walk Type

River, Lake, Woodland, Park

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

High

Livestock Risk

Moderate

Facilities

None on site; a small coffee van sometimes visits the Thieves Lane car park at weekends.

Parking

Pay and display car parks at Thieves Lane and Panshanger Lane; charges apply, usually busy on weekend mornings.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Panshanger Park and River Mimram Walk dog friendly?

  Panshanger Park is a great choice for a day out with your dog, earning a solid 8 out of 10 on our dog friendly rating. Dogs are welcome throughout this large restored landscape of lakes, meadows and woodland, making it one of the better options for dog owners within reach of Hertford or Welwyn.

• Can dogs be off lead at Panshanger Park and River Mimram Walk?

  Dogs can be off lead across most of the open grassland and along the riverside, which gives them plenty of room to roam. Leads are required in the nature reserve and in any fields being grazed by sheep, so it's worth keeping an eye out for signage as you go.

• What should I know before visiting Panshanger Park and River Mimram Walk with my dog?

  The paths are mostly level with a few short, gentle climbs, but mud is a near certainty after wet weather, so boots and a towel for your dog are wise. There are no facilities inside the park, though a small coffee van sometimes appears at the Thieves Lane car park at weekends. Parking is pay and display at either Thieves Lane or Panshanger Lane car parks, and it can get busy on weekend mornings, so an earlier start is worth considering.

Thieves Lane car park, Panshanger Park

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