Long Bennington Viking Way
Departure from Long Bennington (Lincolnshire)
A nice, short walk across the countryside in Long Bennington just off the A1.
Swanpool and Forest Park Circular
Departure from Lincoln (Lincolnshire)
A round trip of 4 miles for locals, with occasional views of Lincoln Cathedral and Ellis Mill.
Dunston & Nocton
Departure from Dunston (Lincolnshire)
This Lincolnshire walk visits two villages with an array of interesting things to see including a statue to George III and a sculpture of a cow made by children from old farm implements.
Culverthorpe
Departure from Culverthorpe and Kelby (Lincolnshire)
A Lincolnshire walk that explores the parkland and surroundings of Culverthorpe Hall using some of the many local footpaths and also some of the "Stepping Out" paths set up by North Kesteven District Council.
Orston, Whatton and Aslockton
Departure from Orston (Nottinghamshire)
This is an interesting, varied, countryside circular walk, taking you through three historic villages and ending at a lovely traditional pub.
Southwell - The Minster, Bramley Apple, Workhouse, Byron and Charles 1st
Departure from Southwell CP (Nottinghamshire)
The historic Nottinghamshire Minster town of Southwell is the seat of the Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham. The Minster is globally important for the exceptional quality carvings ‘The Leaves of Southwell’. The town is famous for the original Bramley Apple tree which was sown in 1809, the fact that Charles 1st spent his final night in the town before he was taken to London for execution. Lord Byron also lived here. The Workhouse on the edge of town is a popular National Trust property.
Gunthorpe & Caythorpe from Hoveringham
Departure from Hoveringham (Nottinghamshire)
This circular Nottinghamshire walk explores a section of the River Trent and the surrounding countryside. The route includes the villages of Gunthorpe, Caythorpe and Hoveringham.
Starting from Kneesall & including Laxton, Nottinghamshire.
Departure from Kneesall CP (Nottinghamshire)
This circular walk of 7.3 miles starts & ends at the carpark behind St Bartholomew's Church, Kneesall NG22 0AD. It includes pasture and crop fields, and some woodland. Fine elevated views can be seen of the undulating countryside, especially near the Golden Hill trig point. Interesting features include the village of Laxton - the last village in the UK to farm using a medieval strip system. Nearby are Motte & Bailey earthworks.
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From Bingham, including Car Colston
Departure from Bingham (Nottinghamshire)
A lovely walk starting in the market town of Bingham, Nottinghamshire. Leading into the quiet countryside with mosty well-kept paths to Car Colston, where you can have a well-deserved refreshing drink in a dog friendly pub, before heading back to Bingham.
Croxton Kerrial circular from Geese and Fountain to Branston
Departure from Croxton Kerrial (Leicestershire)
A 9km walk, starting and finishing at the Geese and Fountain.
Chambers Farm Wood to Minting (return via Gautby)
Departure from Langton by Wragby (Lincolnshire)
This Lincolnshire walk is somewhat different in that walkers can do some route finding for themselves. This is because Chambers Farm Wood has several self-guided, waymarked routes that can be used to vary my preferred route described below. Part of the walk follows quiet country lanes and traverses typical Lincolnshire countryside.
Glentworth, Fillingham, Ingham loop.
Departure from Glentworth CP (Lincolnshire)
This is a circular route taking in three villages and the route can be adjusted to have the start/finish at any one of them. The suggested route has a nice pub for a tasty half-way treat.
Owmby-by-Spital to Saxby Loop
Departure from Owmby CP (Lincolnshire)
This is a gentle walk which is very dog-friendly, using bridleways, very minor roads and permissive paths. It is relatively flat and easy going so an ideal afternoon walk that won't be too taxing.
From Cricket Fields to Green Lanes via Mill Lane
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen heading for Middle Rasen. Mainly along roads, bridleways and quiet lanes. Lovely views of the Lincolnshire Wolds can be seen on this walk.
From Cricket Fields to Green Lanes
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen heading for Middle Rasen. Mainly along roads, bridleways and quiet lanes. Lovely views of the Lincolnshire Wolds can be seen on this walk.
In the Woods
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen and heads through fields and woodlands towards Willingham Woods, returning along a road. On a clear day, the views of the Lincolnshire Wolds are impressive and you may be able to see the Claxby Radar Tower on the horizon.
A Route with a View via Claxby Wood
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
A walk starting from Market Rasen going to Walesby over a variety of terrain from woodlands to farm tracks in the Wolds, allowing the chance to explore All Saints' Church, Walesby, affectionately known as the Ramblers' Church as well as offering dramatic views across Lincolnshire.
A Route with a View
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen heading for Walesby, mainly along roads and quiet lanes, allowing the chance to explore All Saints Church, Walesby, affectionately known as the ‘Ramblers’ Church’ as well as offering dramatic views across Lincolnshire.
To Legsby & Linwood and Back again via Linwood Warren
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen and heads through fields over the Coversands; soils which are very deep but which dry out quickly and are subject to wind erosion. This route gives you the opportunity to explore a heathland nature reserve.
In the Woods via Legsby Wood
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen and heads through fields and woodlands towards Willingham Woods, taking you through farmland over Coversands; soils that are very deep and acidic. On a clear day, the views of the Lincolnshire Wolds are impressive and you may be able to see the Claxby Radar Tower on the horizon.
To Legsby & Linwood and back again
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen and heads through fields over the Coversands; soils which are very deep but which dry out quickly and are subject to wind erosion.
To Legsby & Linwood and back again via Linwood Road
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen and heads through fields over the Coversands; soils which are very deep but which dry out quickly and are subject to wind erosion. The route follows the National Cycle Route for a distance.
Following Woods and Mills via Tealby
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen and heads through fields and woods going high into the Wolds for some fine views towards Lincoln on a clear day. Arguably, Tealby is one of the prettiest villages in the Wolds; it is a good stopping point for a break or refreshments.
Following Woods and Mills
Departure from Market Rasen (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts from Market Rasen and heads through woods and fields towards the Wolds, returning along a road.
The Horseshoe Thurlby, Bourne, Lincolnshire circular
Departure from Thurlby (Lincolnshire)
This walk starts and finishes at The Horseshoe public house, excellent food. Lovely countryside walk on footpaths, minor roads and short stretch on A15.
Hoby
Departure from Hoby with Rotherby (Leicestershire)
This walk is about 5.5 miles long, starting and ending at the village of Hoby. There are fine views across the undulating Leicestershire countryside from the elevated ground near Ragdale Hall. The route and footpaths are well maintained with visible waymarkers and only a few stiles. Most paths are across crop or pasture fields but note some fields may contain bullocks depending on the time of year.
On the Wild Side
Departure from Ludford (Lincolnshire)
Starting from Ludford, this dog-friendly walk joins the Viking Way long distance footpath and leaves the village past the old 101 Squadron airfield, skirting the edge of the Deserted Medieval Village at Wykeham and leaving the Viking Way. Onwards and upwards to Great Tows, the highest point of the walk where there are fine views of the Wolds top and often a brisk breeze blowing.
Langtoft Lincolnshire circular walk from Waggon & Horses
Departure from Langtoft (Lincolnshire)
Short walk on roads and field paths from the Waggon & Horses pub car park. (PE6 9LW)
If you are going to park at the pub please let the landlord know Tel: 01778 343200
Frisby on the Wreake, Rotherby and Brooksby from Rearsby
Departure from Rearsby (Leicestershire)
This Leicestershire walk starts from the attractive village of Rearsby and explores the countryside and villages lying to the east. The route also includes a section of the Leicestershire Round.
Burrough Hill & Somerby from Twyford
Departure from Twyford and Thorpe (Leicestershire)
This circular walk to the east of Leicester follows a section of the Leicestershire Round. The walk visits the villages of Somerby, Thorpe Satchville, Owston and, of course, Twyford.
In Ore of Our Past
Departure from Nettleton CP (Lincolnshire)
This walk passes through an area that was, until just a few decades ago, one of the most industrial parts of the Wolds. Today the Nettleton Valley is a grassy, peaceful picturesque place, and from the top, there are fine views towards the River Trent and Lincoln.
Paths, Ponds and a Priory
Departure from Binbrook (Lincolnshire)
A wonderful walk through grassy valleys and over open hilltops. The walk crosses the site of the old Orford Priory, now a series of lumps in the ground, once an important settlement.
Round Binbrook
Departure from Binbrook (Lincolnshire)
This walk explores the area around the village in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The walk starts in the old Market Place, and although markets are no longer held here, it is still an important trading area of the village with many local shops.
Round Binbrook via Mill
Departure from Binbrook (Lincolnshire)
This walk explores the area around the village in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The walk starts in the old Market Place, and although markets are no longer held here, it is still an important trading area of the village with many local shops.
More walks in Brant Broughton and Stragglethorpe
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Allington
- Alverton
- Ancaster
- Aubourn with Haddington
- Balderton
- Barkston
- Barnby in the Willows CP
- Bassingham
- Beckingham
- Belton and Manthorpe
- Besthorpe
- Boothby Graffoe
- Bottesford
- Bracebridge Heath
- Canwick
- Carlton Scroop
- Carlton-le-Moorland
- Carlton-on-Trent CP
- Caythorpe
- Claypole
- Coddington CP
- Coleby
- Collingham CP
- Cotham
- Cranwell, Brauncewell and Byard's Leap
- Cromwell CP
- Culverthorpe and Kelby
- Doddington and Whisby
- Eagle and Swinethorpe
- Fenton
- Fernwood CP
- Foston
- Fulbeck
- Girton
- Grassthorpe CP
- Great Gonerby
- Harmston
- Hawton
- Heydour
- Holme CP
- Honington
- Hough-on-the-Hill
- Hougham
- Kilvington
- Langford CP
- Leadenham
- Lincoln
- Long Bennington
- Marnham
- Marston
- Meering CP
- Navenby
- Newark
- Normanton
- Normanton on Trent
- North Hykeham
- North Kesteven
- North Muskham CP
- North Rauceby
- North Scarle
- Norton Disney
- Sedgebrook
- South Clifton
- South Hykeham
- South Rauceby
- South Scarle CP
- Spalford
- Stapleford
- Staunton
- Stubton
- Sutton-on-Trent CP
- Swinderby
- Syston
- Temple Bruer with Temple High Grange
- Thorpe on the Hill
- Thurlby
- Waddington
- Welbourn
- Wellingore
- Westborough and Dry Doddington
- Wigsley
- Wilsford
- Winthorpe
- Witham St. Hughs