Preston walks

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Helpston Cambridgeshire including Rice Wood

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Helpston Cambridgeshire including Rice Wood

Departure from Helpston (City of Peterborough)

This walk starts and finishes at an excellent pub, The Bluebell Inn, Helpston (PE6 7ED). There are mainly field paths and tracks and a small amount on minor roads. An interesting wild flower meadow existed with quite rare butterflies between WM1 and WM2.

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.

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

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.

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.

Etton to Maxey, Cambridgeshire

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Departure from Etton (City of Peterborough)

Nice walk from Etton using minor roads and bridleways to reach Maxey, then returning to Etton via roads in northern Cambridgeshire. Excellent views over the pools from the gravel pits and the observation stations give views of water birds like Greylag Geese.

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).

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).

Ferry Meadows from Beefeater Grannery Peterborough

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Ferry Meadows from Beefeater Grannery Peterborough

Departure from Orton Waterville (City of Peterborough)

Great walk around Ferry Medows in Nene Park. Lots of wildlife to see.

Ferry Meadows Walk 2

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Departure from Orton Waterville (City of Peterborough)

This walk starts and finishes at Northcutt's Garden Centre (PE2 5UU) which has an excellent restaurant. It encompasses walking around Overton and Gunwade lakes nearly all on hard footpaths.

Woodman pub through Blue Bell woods and Ferry Meadows

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Departure from City of Peterborough

Using the car park for Woodman and golf club (free to use if you have a drink at the Woodman), follow Bluebell Wood to cross the river Nene and then up to Gunwade Lake. Cross the bridge to follow Overton Lake, continue to cross Bluebell Bridge and back to the car park. Depending on the time of year, you can see bluebells (April/May) and many migratory birds on lakes in Autumn and Winter.

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.

Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve

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Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve

Departure from Deeping St. James (Lincolnshire)

This short walk is full of interesting views of lakes with bird-watching hides in the Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve. Also view along River Welland. There are no facilities at this location but several options in nearby Crowland, Deeping St. James and Market Deeping.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Grafham Water to Over

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Departure from Grafham (Cambridgeshire)

Walk from Grafham Water Visitor Centre to Over, visiting Brampton, Godmanchester, Houghton, Hemingford Abbots, Hemingford Grey and St. Ives.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ouse Valley Way - St Neots to Houghton

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Ouse Valley Way - St Neots to Houghton

Departure from St. Neots (Cambridgeshire)

A walk along the Ouse Valley Way from St Neots to Houghton. A perfect river side walk following the gentle flowing River Ouse as it meanders past nature reserves to Godmanchester. From here there is easy access into Huntingdon or across the meadows to Houghton and its infamous mill. A perfect way to enjoy a summers day.

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