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Desford walks
Old John & Beacon Hill
Visorando Member
8.57 mi
+778 ft
-768 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Newtown Linford (Leicestershire)
This circular walk in rural Leicestershire climbs two of the county's most popular hills - Old John and Beacon Hill. In addition, the route includes visits to Ulverscroft Priory and the pretty village of Newtown Linford.
Bosworth Ramble - Market Bosworth
7.47 mi
+200 ft
-220 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Market Bosworth (Leicestershire)
Walk through the small market town of Market Bosworth, a stroll by the canal, and a walk through fields that may have been fought over in the Battle of Bosworth; the last significant battle of the war of the roses in 1485.
Potters Marston, Normanton Park and Desford Crossroads from Croft
10.90 mi
+240 ft
-223 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Croft (Leicestershire)
This Leicestershire walk explores the area to the west and north of the village of Croft, which lies to the south-east of Leicester. The walk uses paths and bridleways and a section of road walking to complete the route.
Peatling Magna & Arnesby From Countesthorpe
6.83 mi
+157 ft
-177 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Countesthorpe (Leicestershire)
This Leicestershire walk explores the countryside and villages to the southeast of Countesthorpe. The route includes a section of the Leicestershire Round long distance footpath.
Peatling Magna from Countesthorpe
4.43 mi
+108 ft
-112 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Countesthorpe (Leicestershire)
A pleasant amble through the Leicestershire countryside that lies to the south of Countesthorpe. The route visits the village of Peatling Magna before heading north back to the start.
George Eliot's Nuneaton Railway Station, Rail Trails
Association / Club / Walk leader1.83 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Nuneaton and Bedworth (Warwickshire)
Discover the market town of Nuneaton, Warwickshire’s largest town, and one with a claim to lie at the very heart of England in the footsteps of a veritable literary giant.
Bermuda Park to Bedworth Railway Stations, Rail Trails
3.60 mi
+56 ft
-23 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Nuneaton and Bedworth (Warwickshire)
A surprisingly rural walk between two stations on the Coventry to Nuneaton line. The route starts at Bermuda Park on the southern outskirts of Nuneaton and follows the Coventry Canal to Marston Junction before field paths bring you to the town of Bedworth.
Frisby on the Wreake, Rotherby and Brooksby from Rearsby
12.24 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
5h 50
Moderate
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.
Belton, Osgathorpe, Worthington & Wilson From Diseworth
13.71 mi
+505 ft
-522 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Long Whatton and Diseworth (Leicestershire)
A lengthy Leicestershire walk in the north west of the county. The walk visits a number of historic villages using paths, lanes and a section of old railway line. There are some opportunities for refreshments during the walk.
Bedworth to Bulkington Railway Stations, Rail Trails
7.43 mi
+69 ft
-85 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Nuneaton and Bedworth (Warwickshire)
From the market town of Bedworth this trail takes you on field paths to the Coventry Canal, up to Marston Junction and back via the Ashby Canal and the village of Bulkington.
Hoby
5.49 mi
+230 ft
-259 ft
2h 45
Easy
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.
Rolleston, and Skeffington from Billesdon
4.41 mi
+335 ft
-249 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Billesdon (Leicestershire)
A linear Leicestershire walk which uses paths and bridleways to explore the countryside to the south and east of the Billesdon. Return to the start can be made using Centrebus route 747 which has a regular service between Skeffington and Billesdon.
Shardlow - Trent & Mersey Canal - River Derwent - Great Wilne Loop
2.15 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Shardlow and Great Wilne (Derbyshire)
A short walk on the outskirts of England's most interesting inland port. Incorporating the first lock on the Trent and Mersey Canal, The River Derwent, just before it meets the River Trent, and a chance to see lots of varied wildlife and historic architecture.
The Avon Valley from Rugby Railway Station, Rail Trails
2.96 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Rugby (Warwickshire)
This trail takes you from Rugby train station to the village of Clifton upon Dunsmore following a section of the Oxford Canal and Wilmcote the Shakespeare Avon Way. Sample a different side of Rugby, with an amble along the Avon Valley through peace and quiet to the village of Clifton-upon-Dunsmore.
Coventry's Historic Centre, Rail Trails
2.91 mi
+118 ft
-125 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Coventry (West Midlands Combined Authority)
Vibrant Coventry... England’s 9th largest city is known for its industrial past (think cars, bicycles and ribbons), Lady Godiva, and of course the devastating bombing in WWII which practically destroyed St Michael's Cathedral., Wilmcote Coventry, today is a city of unsung art and culture.
Clifton Grove and River Trent from Barton Green - Nottinghamshire
2.16 mi
+112 ft
-112 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Nottingham
A pleasant and easy walk in Nottinghamshire encompassing tree-side tracks, open fields, the River Trent, Clifton Village and a farm.
Canley to Coventry Railway Station, Rail Trails
2.77 mi
+69 ft
-72 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Coventry (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This walk between Canley and Coventry railway stations explores the green spaces of Canley Ford Local Nature Reserve, Top Green Park, and Coventry’s largest city park, the stunning War Memorial Park.
Ashby Local
6.80 mi
+292 ft
-272 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cold Ashby (West Northamptonshire)
My favourite ramble which begins and ends at St Denys Church, Cold Ashby. This is a proper ramble with both hard and soft surfaces and good views from Honey Hill.
Around the remains of Dale Abbey and The Hermitage cave
5.39 mi
+387 ft
-374 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Ockbrook and Borrowash (Derbyshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Ockbrook Morvian Settlement, the remains of Dale Abbey, Hermit's Wood, The Hermitage cave "troglodyte", and beautiful views of Derby countryside. This walk has several wooden stiles and steep steps. It also crosses horse and stoke fields so please keep dogs under control.
Elkington, Grand Union Canal & Cold Ashby from Winwick
12.89 mi
+768 ft
-741 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Winwick (West Northamptonshire)
A lengthy Northamptonshire walk that explores the countryside to the north-west of Northampton. The route uses a section of the Jurassic Way, the towpath of Grand Union Canal, fields paths and country lanes. Winwick is a small rural community of some 40 souls, according to their website, situated off the A428 north of West Haddon and west of Northampton.
Ryton Wood
1.10 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Ryton on Dunsmore CP (Warwickshire)
The Warwickshire countryside is filled with an abundance of beautiful plants, birds, animals and bugs all year round – particularly in the spring and summer.
Tile Hill Railway Station, Rail Trails
3.99 mi
+131 ft
-112 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Coventry (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This trail explores the remaining areas of woodland from what was once part of the great Forest of Arden. Historically this was an area of scattered farmsteads, mostly belonging to the Stoneleigh Estate. You’ll still see occasional older buildings amongst the modern development as well as the plaque which marks the site of the former Massey Ferguson Factory.
East from Berkswell - Millenium Way
3.53 mi
+75 ft
-69 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Berkswell (West Midlands Combined Authority)
An enjoyable short walk which takes in some attractive countryside and farmland. No sign of HS2! Mostly flat with dog-friendly gates & stiles.This the walk 3 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
West from Berkswell, Millenium Way
5.16 mi
+148 ft
-154 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Berkswell (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This circular walk starts from Berswell. Almost half of this delightful walk across the countryside uses a section of the MILLENNIUM WAY, with its distinctive black and white waymarkers. This is the walk 11 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Burton Green & Beechwood, Millenium way
5.98 mi
+112 ft
-144 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Burton Green (Warwickshire)
This circular walk covers a delightful area of Warwickshire countryside between Coventry and Balsall Common, crossing fairly flat farmland, some woodland and quiet lanes. This is walk 30 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Derby, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution
1.45 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Derby
The walk visits sites in Derby associated with the planning of the rebellion, and the trial and execution of the Pentrich rebels.This is Walk 15 of The Pentrich Revolution Walks.
Berkswell Railway Station, Rail Trails
4.43 mi
+115 ft
-95 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Berkswell (West Midlands Combined Authority)
This trail takes you through countryside and farmland to the historic village of Berkswell where you’ll spot several 16th and 17th century houses as well as the 16th century Bear Inn and Grade 1 listed, church of St. John the Baptist. Famous for its Norman crypt, it is considered amongst the finest in the country. Outside the church is Bercul’s Well legendarily used for full immersion baptisms as far back as the 8th century.
Kenilworth Railway Station, Rail Trails
7.84 mi
+151 ft
-154 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
This trail takes you from the heart of Kenilworth and out across farmland and open countryside, with many attractive views. You are a stone’s throw from the babbling Inchford Brook, the rolling greenery of Abbey Fields, and some monumental WW2 relics at Goodrest Farm. You’ll also get even closer to some gorgeous Alpacas before the halfway point!
From Kenilworth Castle, Millenium Way
6.54 mi
+98 ft
-108 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
This circular walk starts right by the historic Kenilworth Castle and continues across mostly flat farmland & open countryside, with many attractive views. You will encouter some gorgeous Alpacas before halfway! This is walk 24 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.
Kenilworth to Leamington Spa, Millenium Way
8.07 mi
+66 ft
-131 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
This is the 8th section of the Millenium Way 100 miles from Kenilworth to Leamington Spa.
The Pleasance and Meer End from Kenilworth
6.72 mi
+167 ft
-177 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Kenilworth (Warwickshire)
A pleasant walk through the Warwickshire countryside. The start is Kenilworth where you have the opportunity to visit the castle. The route includes a section of Millennium Way long distance footpath.
More walks in Desford
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Anstey
- Ashby Magna
- Ashby Parva
- Aston Flamville
- Bagworth & Thornton
- Bardon
- Barlestone
- Barrow upon Soar
- Barwell
- Belton
- Birstall
- Blaby
- Blaby
- Braunstone
- Broughton Astley
- Bruntingthorpe
- Burbage
- Burton Hastings CP
- Cadeby
- Carlton
- Charley
- Charnwood
- Claybrooke Magna
- Claybrooke Parva
- Coleorton
- Copston Magna CP
- Cosby
- Countesthorpe
- Croft
- Dunton Bassett
- Earl Shilton
- Ellistown and Battleflat
- Elmesthorpe
- Enderby
- Frolesworth
- Gilmorton
- Glen Parva
- Glenfields
- Groby
- Heather
- Higham on the Hill
- Hinckley and Bosworth
- Hugglescote and Donington le Heath
- Huncote
- Ibstock
- Kirby Muxloe
- Leicester Forest East
- Leicester Forest West
- Leire
- Lubbesthorpe
- Market Bosworth
- Markfield
- Mountsorrel
- Nailstone
- Narborough
- Newbold Verdon
- Newtown Linford
- Normanton Le Heath
- North West Leicestershire
- Osbaston
- Osgathorpe
- Packington
- Peatling Magna
- Peatling Parva
- Peckleton
- Potters Marston
- Quorndon
- Ratby
- Ravenstone with Snibstone
- Rothley
- Sapcote
- Shackerstone
- Sharnford
- Shepshed
- Sileby
- Stanton-under-Bardon
- Stoke Golding
- Stonebow Village
- Stoney Stanton
- Stretton Baskerville CP
- Sutton Cheney
- Swannington
- Swepstone
- Swithland
- Thurcaston and Cropston
- Thurlaston
- Ullesthorpe
- Ulverscroft
- Walton on the Wolds
- Wanlip
- Whetstone
- Whitwick
- Wibtoft CP
- Wigston Parva
- Willoughby Waterleys
- Wolvey CP
- Woodhouse
- Worthington