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Culverthorpe
Visorando Member
3.98 mi
+108 ft
-85 ft
1h 55
Easy
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.
Lincolnshire Coast Path - Boston to Wrangle
9.65 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Boston (Lincolnshire)
A beach walk from Boston to Wrangle. An alternative route to the coastal defence banks that provides a change to the marsh views. Open flat farmland, tiny hamlets, large churches and plenty of pubs along the way. Not strictly part of a coast path but this route roughly follows the coast of medieval times when Wrangle boasted the third largest harbour along this section of coastline.
Surfleet via Peter Seadike Lane to Surfleet Bank return via Macmillan Way
6.18 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 50
Easy
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.
Surfleet Circular via Peter Seadike Lane
3.60 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 40
Easy
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
4.05 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 55
Easy
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.
Moulton Marsh and The Welland from Fosdyke Bridge
9.53 mi
+13 ft
-7 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Fosdyke CP (Lincolnshire)
Vast skies dominate Moulton Marsh, part of The Wash and Lincolnshire's last great coastal wilderness. This walk offers great rewards including panoramic views, close-ups of boats heading to and from the marina at Fosdyke and an abundance of birds.
Birchgrove Garden Centre Pinchbeck Circular
3.49 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 35
Easy
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
3.69 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
1h 40
Easy
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
4.75 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 10
Easy
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.
Dunston & Nocton
4.62 mi
+85 ft
-79 ft
2h 10
Easy
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.
Moulton Marsh and The Welland from Horseshoe Nature Reserve
6.16 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Moulton CP (Lincolnshire)
This Lincolnshire walk offers great rewards including panoramic views, close-ups of boats heading to and from the marina at Fosdyke and an abundance of birds.Vast skies dominate Moulton Marsh, part of The Wash and Lincolnshire's last great coastal wilderness.
Springfields Spalding circular via Wykeham
4.45 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 05
Easy
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
4.52 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 05
Easy
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.
Around Bardney, including King's Hill
7.18 mi
+33 ft
-52 ft
3h 20
Moderate
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.
Moulton Road Circular via Whaplode
4.67 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Moulton CP (Lincolnshire)
This is a delightful walk, especially when footpaths are muddy; it is all on hard surface on minor roads. Leaving The Swan in Moulton, a short visit to the tallest windmill in UK, before continuing along B1357 and then on minor roads across open fenland going south. Eventually recrossing B1357 on minor roads going north to Whaplode, eventually returning to Moulton.
Blue Plaque of Horncastle Town Centre
Tourist office2.08 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 00
Easy
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
14.26 mi
+505 ft
-499 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Horncastle (Lincolnshire)
Exploring the valleys of the Rivers Bain and Waring, with an uphill section that's worth the view!
Horncastle to Miningsby - Horncastle Cycle Route 1
13.77 mi
+348 ft
-344 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
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 Rowgate Hill - Horncastle Cycle Route 4
20.23 mi
+600 ft
-604 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
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 Fulletby - Horncastle Cycle Route 2
10.80 mi
+443 ft
-446 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
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
19.53 mi
+663 ft
-663 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
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.
Tulip Queen Circular Spalding
4.71 mi
+16 ft
-20 ft
2h 10
Easy
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
3.53 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 40
Easy
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.
Branston, Historic Past and Farming
2.84 mi
+75 ft
-79 ft
1h 20
Easy
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
4.76 mi
+92 ft
-75 ft
2h 15
Easy
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.
Moulton Chapel Circular
4.00 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 50
Easy
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".
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.
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