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Ramble to Rigsby
Visorando Member
4.67 mi
+154 ft
-157 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Alford (Lincolnshire)
This is an enjoyable 5 mile circular walk from Alford up into the Lincolnshire Wolds at Rigsby before returning to Alford. The route follows grass tracks and quiet lanes as well as across some arable land. There are excellent views of the Lincolnshire coast and Alford town from the ridge and Rigsby.
Rigsby church has Norman features and a fine 15th century carved font.
Well
8.41 mi
+377 ft
-358 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Alford (Lincolnshire)
This is a charming 8 miles walk from Alford to Well. There are steady climbs through beech woods to Ulceby, before following the road down to Skendleby Psalter. From here back to Well with its rare classical church and Well Vale Hall and its lakes.
On a clear day there are views of the coast and Wolds from the higher ground.
Around Historic Alford
2.13 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Alford (Lincolnshire)
A circular walk around the streets in the centre of the historic town of Alford. The name derives from either the Old English “alder ford” or “ford by a heathen temple”. Here the Lincolnshire Wolds meets the Lindsey Marsh.
Centred around three market places, there is a wealth of 17th and 18th century buildings including a thatched Manor House, a working windmill and fine 14th century church.
Well - Rigsby - Ulceby loop
8.28 mi
+377 ft
-344 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Well (Lincolnshire)
A circular walk over gently rolling countryside taking in a mix of farm fields, forest tracks and tarmac roads.
For all Ages
5.33 mi
+174 ft
-187 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from South Thoresby (Lincolnshire)
This walk combines the history and wildlife of an ancient Wolds valley with the open space and stunning views of the Wolds and the coast, along with a visit to South Thoresby Warren Local Nature Reserve. You can also strike out into the Swaby valley or visit the small church of St. Leonard at Haugh.
In the Footsteps of Tennyson - Route 1
2.09 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Greetham with Somersby (Lincolnshire)
Starting from the quiet hamlet of Bag Enderby, this 2 miles walk explores the different aspects of the Wolds landscape, passing through Somersby, Tennyson's birthplace and home for the first twenty eight years of his life.
In the Footsteps of Tennyson - Route 2
5.08 mi
+230 ft
-256 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Greetham with Somersby (Lincolnshire)
Starting from the quiet hamlet of Bag Enderby, this 5.5 miles walk explores the different aspects of the Wolds landscape, passing through Somersby, Tennyson's birthplace and home for the first twenty eight years of his life.
Legbourne to Belleau - Louth Cycle Route 3
15.24 mi
+420 ft
-440 ft
2 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Legbourne (Lincolnshire)
A strenuous ride on the south eastern edge of the Wolds, bordering attractive woodland near Burwell.
Legbourne to Authorpe - Louth Cycle Route 2
13.31 mi
+177 ft
-187 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Legbourne (Lincolnshire)
Passing through a series of lovely Lincolnshire villages, this route starts with a good climb on the edge of the Wolds and finishes with level cycling on the middle marsh.
Louth to North Ormsby - Louth Cycle Route 6
19.11 mi
+417 ft
-390 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
This is an energetic ride combining level cycling with a challenging climb out of North Ormsby, however the views out to the coast are well worth it!
Two Churches and a Canal via North Cockerington
9.32 mi
+59 ft
-56 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of a 8.5 mile walk exploring the Louth Canal and nearby village of North Cockerington. Keep a watch for the darting blue of the kingfisher or the antics of the moorhens as they squabble amongst themselves.
Two Churches and a Canal
6.20 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of a 6 mile walk exploring the Louth Canal and nearby village of Alvingham, with two churches in one churchyard. Keep a watch for the darting blue of the kingfisher or the antics of the moorhens as they squabble amongst themselves.
Louth to Grimoldby - Louth Cycle Route 1
11.49 mi
+56 ft
-52 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
A gentle cycle ride around the villages to the east of Louth - an ideal way to re-introduce yourself to cycling.
Hills & Hamlets
6.18 mi
+276 ft
-276 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
This is an enjoyable, circular walk of 6.5 miles from Louth to Tathwell and Raithby. The route crosses fields and follows grass tracks to explore these small hamlets. Great views towards Stenigot Mast and beyond can be seen on a clear day.
Through Louth and Hubbard's Hill
3.12 mi
+171 ft
-151 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
Hubbard's Hills was donated to the town of Louth by the trustees of Auguste Alphonse Pahud, and opened to the public on 1 August 1907.
On Top of the Wolds
5.21 mi
+322 ft
-308 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
This is a delightful walk taking you high into the Wolds. There are fine views to the coast and back to Louth with St James's Church spire visible for miles. Walking along tracks and paths, this really does give a flavour of hilly Lincolnshire.
Vales & Views
8.01 mi
+531 ft
-531 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Louth (Lincolnshire)
This walk takes in the high points above Hubbard’s Hills before dropping down into the secluded Welton le Wold valley. Explore the historic church and parkland at South Elkington before journeying back to Louth.
More walks in Bilsby
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Partney
- Raithby
- Reston
- Rigsby with Ailby
- Saltfleetby
- Sausthorpe
- Skegness
- Skendleby
- South Cockerington
- South Ormsby cum Ketsby
- South Thoresby
- Spilsby
- Strubby with Woodthorpe
- Swaby
- Theddlethorpe All Saints
- Theddlethorpe St Helen
- Thorpe St. Peter
- Toynton All Saints
- Toynton St Peter
- Ulceby with Fordington
- Well
- Welton le Marsh
- Willoughby with Sloothby
- Withern with Stain