Silk Willoughby walks

Culverthorpe

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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.

Dunston & Nocton

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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.

Long Bennington Viking Way

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Departure from Long Bennington (Lincolnshire)

A nice, short walk across the countryside in Long Bennington just off the A1.

Surfleet via Peter Seadike Lane to Surfleet Bank return via Macmillan Way

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Departure from Surfleet CP (Lincolnshire)

This walk uses quiet country lanes with open vistas across agricultural fields to arrive at river glen by Surfleet Bank and the sea lock. Follows Macmillan Way through golf course and delightful river Glen. passing under the A16 and continues along river to crosses over river to return to village hall.

Birchgrove Garden Centre Pinchbeck Circular

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Birchgrove Garden Centre Pinchbeck Circular

Departure from Pinchbeck CP (Lincolnshire)

This short walk soon gets into countryside and splendid views. Also lot to be seen when following river Glen.

Birchgrove Garden Centre Pinchbeck to Surfleet and return via river Glen

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Departure from Pinchbeck CP (Lincolnshire)

This short walk starts and ends at Birchgrove Garden Centre on the B1356 at (PE11 3XY). The route to Surfleet church is on quiet country roads. The return is mainly following the river Glen along the Macmillan Way, finally returning back via urban road.

Birchgrove circular via River Glen and Park Lane

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Departure from Pinchbeck CP (Lincolnshire)

A pleasant route on minor roads and good footpaths in South Lincolnshire and the fenlands, with different aspects in the seasons of the agricultural year on show. Lovely views from the footpath alongside the river Glen part of the Macmillan Way.

Branston, Historic Past and Farming

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Branston, Historic Past and Farming

Departure from Branston and Mere (Lincolnshire)

Branston, a small town on the outskirts of Lincoln. This short circular walk takes in some of the many historic events and people. Also, walking out toward farmland, with the large, relatively flat, open fields. Along Hall Lane, views of the old manor house, now a hotel, Branston Hall.

Branston, Washingborough Top, and along Folly lane

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Branston, Washingborough Top, and along Folly lane

Departure from Branston and Mere (Lincolnshire)

The route initially follows a part of a long-distance walk, The Steeples and Spires, a route across Lincolnshire. From Branston, heading towards a neighbouring village. The route then crosses farm fields and tracks to meet the main road to Lincoln, from Branston. Crossing it and then again following farm access lanes, before returning to Branston.

Surfleet Circular via Peter Seadike Lane

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Departure from Surfleet CP (Lincolnshire)

This walk is useful when fields are waterlogged, mainly on quiet lanes. When we did this walk in autumn the sunflowers were spectacular.

Surfleet circular via Surfleet Seas End

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Departure from Surfleet CP (Lincolnshire)

Nice walk for when it is poor underfoot. Starting at great pub "Riverside Hotel", following River Glen by Spalding Golf course, crossing river at the lock to sea. Returns down quiet lanes to Surfleet.

Croxton Kerrial circular from Geese and Fountain to Branston

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Departure from Croxton Kerrial (Leicestershire)

A 9km walk, starting and finishing at the Geese and Fountain.

The Horseshoe Thurlby, Bourne, Lincolnshire circular

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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.

Around Bardney, including King's Hill

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Departure from Bardney CP (Lincolnshire)

A walk starting in Bardney near the war memorial, then following the Viking Way out of Bardney for a couple of miles before heading back to Scotgrove Wood and then up King's Hill before heading back into Bardney and finishing where you began.

Springfields Spalding circular via Wykeham

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Departure from South Holland (Lincolnshire)

Short walk starting at car park pay station near Café Nero. Minor road to follow River Welland exiting on minor road to Wykeham and return to Springfields Outlet Shopping complex.

Matmore Gate to Springfields via Coronation Channel Spalding

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Departure from South Holland (Lincolnshire)

This easy short walk along the Coronation Channel has many water birds to observe, Crested Grebe, Ducks, Swans, Herons sometimes Cormorants. Springfields is a major shopping outlet has all the facilities, coffee shops and lovely gardens to take a short break. Coronation Channel was created in 1953 following major flooding of Spalding following heavy rains rising River Welland coupled with a very high tide, so this relief channel was dug.

Black Horse Baston Circular

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Departure from Baston (Lincolnshire)

This walk starts in the car park of The Black Horse in Baston, Lincolnshire. A gentle walk on minor roads and field paths with excellent views across the flat farmland. On returning to Baston it is worth a look at the church of St. John, founded in 1235.

Tulip Queen Circular Spalding

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Tulip Queen Circular Spalding

Departure from South Holland (Lincolnshire)

Easy walk on dykes and roads with the opportunity to see birdlife such as Swans, Cormorants, Grebes and Egret. Tulip Queen good eating place normal carvery etc. suggest booking if large party.

Tudor Queen Circular Walk -2

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Departure from South Holland (Lincolnshire)

Short but interesting walk from Tudor Queen, Spalding Lincolnshire along New River Drove (track) to join the River Welland opposite the sailing club, then walking upstream over A1175 and eventually returning via tracks.

Swanpool and Forest Park Circular

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Departure from Lincoln (Lincolnshire)

A round trip of 4 miles for locals, with occasional views of Lincoln Cathedral and Ellis Mill.

Langtoft Lincolnshire circular walk from Waggon & Horses

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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

Chambers Farm Wood to Minting (return via Gautby)

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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.

Blue Plaque of Horncastle Town Centre

Departure from Horncastle (Lincolnshire)

Nice walk around Horncastle in search for blue plaques. There are 18 blue plaques in Horncastle town centre. Capture a brief look at the history of the town through our notable residents and historical events!

Horncastle to Fulletby via Greetham - Horncastle Cycle Route 2

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Departure from Horncastle (Lincolnshire)

Exploring the valleys of the Rivers Bain and Waring, with an uphill section that's worth the view!

Horncastle to Rowgate Hill - Horncastle Cycle Route 4

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Departure from Horncastle (Lincolnshire)

Follow the Bain Valley, cross Roman Roads and explore wide verge lined lanes before a strenuous ride up to the Bluestone Heath Road. Take your time – the views are worth it!

Horncastle to Miningsby - Horncastle Cycle Route 1

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Departure from Horncastle (Lincolnshire)

A gentle cycle ride exploring the villages to the south east of Horncastle – taking in the historic parkland of Scrivelsby – an ideal route to reintroduce you to cycling.

Horncastle to Fulletby - Horncastle Cycle Route 2

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Departure from Horncastle (Lincolnshire)

Exploring the valleys of the Rivers Bain and Waring, with an uphill section that's worth the view! This is the shorter option but why not do those extra few miles by going the whole distance!

Horncastle to Harrington - Horncastle Cycle Route 3

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Departure from Horncastle (Lincolnshire)

A cycle ride through the ages – Civil War battlefield, Georgian Manor House and a Victorian Poet's birthplace – this route is on narrow lanes around the Lymn & Waring river valleys.

Market Deeping to Maxey, Cambridgeshire

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Departure from Market Deeping (Lincolnshire)

This walk starts at the car park by Market Deeping shopping centre, leads you to lovely Castle End in Maxey, before returning on a footpath along the River Welland. Lovely views and history of the Maxey area with 4000 years of history (more in the practical information section below).

Moulton Chapel Circular

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Departure from Moulton CP (Lincolnshire)

This is a nice walk on quiet roads and Randall Bank path following dyke, It starts and finishes at good pub "The Jolly Farmer "PE12 0XQ".

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