Launde walks

Hallaton, Glooston and Rolleston from Tugby

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Departure from Tugby and Keythorpe (Leicestershire)

This lengthy Leicestershire walk visits the rolling landscape to the south-east of Tugby to reach the village of Hallaton. The route turns west following the Leicestershire Round footpath to Glooston from where a return to the starts is made through Noseley and Rolleston. The walk follows generally well-marked paths and bridleways.

Rolleston, and Skeffington from Billesdon

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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.

Burrough Hill & Somerby from Twyford

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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.

Stockerston, Great Easton and Gretton from Lyddington

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Departure from Lyddington (England)

This walk includes three counties and starts from the attractive village of Lyddington in Rutland before continuing through pleasant countryside in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire. The route includes the villages of Stockerston, Great Easton, Rockingham and Gretton. The walk also includes a section of the Jurassic Way.

Hambleton Peninsula

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Departure from Hambleton (England)

This Rutland walk follows a clockwise route around the Hambleton Peninsula created in 1976 when the reservoir initially opened. The route uses concessionary paths for much of the way. Views across the Reservoir can be enjoyed throughout.

Frisby on the Wreake, Rotherby and Brooksby from Rearsby

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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.

Hoby

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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.

Peatling Magna & Arnesby From Countesthorpe

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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

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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.

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.

Uffingham Walk Along the River Welland via Torpel Way

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Departure from Uffington (Lincolnshire)

This walk follows the River Welland firstly along Torpel Way then crossing close to Stamford and returning along other bank. This is a lovely walk in late April/early May. Look out for fields of cowslips on the left of the path. Bird life associated with river can be seen.

The Bertie Arms Uffington to Burghley House and return

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The Bertie Arms Uffington to Burghley House and return

Departure from Uffington (Lincolnshire)

Lovely walk from The Bertie Arms in Uffington to Burghley House, returning via the river Welland.

Old John & Beacon Hill

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Old John & Beacon Hill

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.

Potters Marston, Normanton Park and Desford Crossroads from Croft

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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.

Slipton, Northamptonshire

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Departure from Lowick (North Northamptonshire)

Seven miles of glorious Northamptonshire countryside through 3 attractive villages and passing by the impressive Drayton Hall.

Ashby Local

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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.

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.

Titchmarsh

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Departure from Titchmarsh (North Northamptonshire)

Enjoy the open views over farmland in East Northamptonshire and view parts of RAF Molesworth (from a distance).

Elkington, Grand Union Canal & Cold Ashby from Winwick

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Elkington, Grand Union Canal & Cold Ashby from Winwick

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.

From Bingham, including Car Colston

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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.

Orston, Whatton and Aslockton

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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.

Clifton Grove and River Trent from Barton Green - Nottinghamshire

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Clifton Grove and River Trent from Barton Green - Nottinghamshire

Departure from Nottingham

A pleasant and easy walk in Nottinghamshire encompassing tree-side tracks, open fields, the River Trent, Clifton Village and a farm.

The Avon Valley from Rugby Railway Station, Rail Trails

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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.

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.

Some Highlights of Nottingham

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Departure from Nottingham

Great easy walk from the center of Nottingham to view the green spaces of Wollaton Park and the University of Nottingham then spot Robin Hood on the way back at Nottingham Castle.

Nottingham, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution

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Nottingham, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution

Departure from Nottingham

This urban walk visits sites associated with the planning of the rebellion, activities of government agents, preparations by the authorities to suppress the rising and the aftermath.This is Walk 1 of The Pentrich Revolution 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.

Gunthorpe & Caythorpe from Hoveringham

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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.

Dodford/Weedon circuit

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Departure from Dodford (West Northamptonshire)

Taking in the road walking along the A45 but with nice views of rolling countryside, a saunter along the Grand Union, (there's a memorial bench under the A45 to rest and lunch and keep dry), and then heading off the canal towards the village of Dodford with a Grade 1 listed church to visit. Parking at the village hall or opposite the church.

Flecknoe-Braunston

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Departure from Wolfhampcote CP (Warwickshire)

Lovely circular route on paths, bridleways and canal.

Newnham, Northamptonshire

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Newnham, Northamptonshire

Departure from Newnham (West Northamptonshire)

This is a good walk at any time but really good in spring when the bluebells are out in Badby Woods and butterflies are exploring the hedgerows. The route passes through some scenic Northamptonshire villages and includes small stretches of the Nene and Knightley Ways.

Ilkeston, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution

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Departure from Erewash (Derbyshire)

This is a short urban walk around the centre of Ilkeston which traces the connections of the town to the Pentrich Rising of 1817. In the early 1800s Ilkeston was a village of 2000 people. William Felkin, born here in 1795, a framework knitter or stockinger, became mayor of Nottingham and a respected historian. He recalled that ‘the streets were dirty and unpaved’ and ‘noted the ‘squalid wretchedness of their abodes’, many ‘little better than huts inside or outside.This is Walk 23 of The Pentrich Revolution Walks.

Giltbrook, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution

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Giltbrook, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution

Departure from Greasley (Nottinghamshire)

This walk visits sites associated with the story of Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution. In the morning of 10th June the Pentrich rebels approached the stream, the Gilt Brook, marching down the Nottingham Road from Eastwood. This walk takes you to places associated with these events and follows the route of the final part of their march.This is Walk 13 of The Pentrich Revolution Walks.

Moorgreen Res & Felley Mills Track

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Departure from Greasley (Nottinghamshire)

A moderate walk for all weathers on well trodden tracks through varied terrain including woodland, along a reservoir and on open tracks with great views over the outer Nottinghamshire Countryside.

Eastwood, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution

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Eastwood, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution

Departure from Eastwood CP (Nottinghamshire)

This walk visits sites associated with the story of Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution. It takes you to places associated with the rebels’ march on the morning of 10th June 1817.This is Walk 12 of The Pentrich Revolution Walks.

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