EAST MIDLANDS

DERBYSHIRE
Beeley & Chatsworth House (PT 127) - 12km  Grade 2
Organised by British Walking Federation
This is an interesting route around the beautiful Chatsworth Estate. It is strenuous in parts and can be very wet underfoot, especially after heavy rain. Most of the climbing is within the first 4km to the ridge behind Chatsworth House, where you are rewarded by the magnificent views over the estate to the hills beyond.

Two Dales Riverside Ramble (PT 136) - 13km  Grade 2+
Organised by South Yorkshire Strollers
This walk provides a contrast of two Derbyshire limestone dales - the gentle Bradford Dale and more rugged Lathkill Dale. The route goes through a National Nature Reserve and passes a number of remnants depicting the industrial past. The walk is generally flat on good footpaths but there is one steep slope including over 100 steps.  Youlgreave has an excellent cafe and a number of pubs selling a wide variety of beers. The route does not pass any other watering holes; but a short diversion can be made to Over Haddon about half way round if you wish.

Caverns & Peaks Walk (PT 137) - 13km  Grade 3
Organised by South Yorkshire Strollers
The walk starts from Castleton which is famous for its limestone caverns and the route passes a number of these before climbing Winnats Pass to join the ridge from Mam Tor to Lose Hill. The ridge walk provides magnificent views of the Derbyshire countryside before dropping down to the village of Hope and returning to Castleton along the valley.

Head & Dales Walk (PT 138) - 14km  Grade 2+
Organised by South Yorkshire Strollers
The walk follows the River Wye through Millers Dale, Litton Mill and Water-cum-Jolly before crossing the railway viaduct and climbing to Monsal Head. After enjoying a pint or other suitable refreshment and taking in the famous view, the route follows the river along Monsal Dale before returning to Millers Dale via Bushfield and High Dale.

The Reservoirs Ramble (PT 155) - 22km  Grade 3
Organised by South Yorkshire Strollers
This is a contrasting walk alongside both the Ladybower and Derwent Reservoirs, but also including a fine high level stretch along Derwent Edge and some woodland and open moorland walking.  Many excellent views of the reservoirs and dams are provided, although because of the open moorland aspects of part of the walk, participants should pay special attention to the weather and be aware that there are two quite STEEP slopes.  It should also be noted that the only refreshment stop is at the Ladybower Inn so you may wish to time your arrival here for opening hours. The Howden and Derwent Reservoirs were built between 1901 and 1916, and the Ladybower, between 1935 and 1945.  These were the dams that were used by the RAF in preparation for the famous "Dambuster" attacks during the 2nd World War.

LINCOLNSHIRE
Stamford Tourist Trail (PT 18) - 10km  Grade 1
Organised by Ise Valley Vagabonds
The route is largely pavement and made up paths and has no steep hills. See the beautiful stone built town dating from Roman times. The walk enters the grounds of Burghley House and includes both town and country walking

Lincoln Tourist Walk (PT 92) - 10km  Grade 1+
Organised by Lincolnshire Vikings Walking Club
Lincoln Cathedral dominates but with a Castle, Abbey, Arboretum, Museums, Brayford Pool, old walls, excavations and gateways on route, there is plenty to see. Steep Hill will prove Lincolnshire is not flat. Can be started at Bus/Train Station.

Boston Town Walk (PT 139) - 12km  Grade 1
Organised by Lincolnshire Vikings Walking Club
Boston is a market town dating back to Roman times and has many places of historic interest, the Guildhall Museum, Maud Foster Windmill, St Botolph s Church (Boston Stump) being but a few.

Lincoln Town & Country Walk (PT 166) - 14km  Grade 2+
Organised by Lincolnshire Vikings Walking Club
Walk along the Lincoln "cliff",through farmland,parks and woodlands. See much of the rich heritage of Lincoln's past.Can be started from the Bus/Train Station or linked with the Lincoln Tourist walk at the Central Market.

Way of the Vikings (PT 179) - 220km  Grade 2+
Organised by Lincolnshire Vikings Walking Club
A walk through glorious countryside from the River Humber heading south through Caistor, Walesby, Woodhall Spa before turning west to reach the city of Lincoln.  From the ancient walls of Lincoln the way heads south again through Wellingore, before finally finishing in the Rutland town of Oakham.  Set out in 10 sections of 20 to 24km.  Transport and accommodation details in entry booklet.

Louth "Capital of the Wolds" (PT 193) -20km  Grade 2+
Organised by Lincolnshire Vikings Walking Club
The route takes you over the Lincolnshire Wolds with many breathtaking views.  In contrast you also pass through wooded vales and get a chance to see the mighty redwoods,  Hubbards Hills, a local beauty spot which bring you back for a historic journey through the market town of Louth.  

LEICESTERSHIRE
Welham Wander (PT 209) - 11km  Grade 2+
Organised by Rockingham Forest Walkers
An entertaining walk starting from the picturesque village of Welham.  The route gradually climbs to a trig point to give stunning views of the surrounding countryside.  It the meanders down through quaint villages.  A Pub Lunch at the Red Lion is recommended.

The Rutland Ramble (PT 213) - 10Km  Grade: 2+                              NEW FOR 2008
Organised by Rockingham Forest Walkers
The village of Braunston lies wthin the ancient royal forest of Leighfield, close to the Leicestershire border. The walk starts from The Old Plough, an 18th Century coaching inn that provides accommodation and superb meals all day.

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Wellingborough Tourist Walk (PT 15) - 11km  Grade 1
Organised by Ise Valley Vagabonds
This route utilises parts of the cycleway network, incorporates some familiar landmarks and visits the embankment area and the "IVV Tree".  The route is mainly pavement and made up paths.  These is one short section of unmade path with shallow inclines which make this walk suitable for pushchairs.   Waendal was the Saxon chieftain who first fortified "Waendal's Burgh" a name which became Wellingborough.  Coincidentally, the town boasts no less than 6 natural well sites, a fact which many regard as the source of the name.   Originally a small mediaeval village, it has grown to a lively market town of considerable proportions. 

George Walk (PT 57) - 14km  Grade 2
Organised by Ise Valley Vagabonds
The walk starts off on pavement and made-up paths, but a good deal of unmade paths follow which are liable to get muddy.  The walk includes Northamptonshire’s answer to Disneyland - Wicksteed Pleasure Park and a pleasant stroll along the river Ise, before passing through two delightful small villages, Warkton and Weekley. 

Maidwell Meander  (PT 75) - 10km  Grade 2
Organised by Rockingham Forest Walkers
The route takes you on tracks, bridleways and through the Maidwell Dales, and also part of the Brampton Valley Way, (a 13 mile linear walk on the disused railway line from Market Harborough to near Northampton). Then  back through the village of Maidwell.

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Nottingham City Trail (PT 100) - 10km  Grade 1
Organised by South Yorkshire Strollers
The walk includes a pleasant stretch along the River Trent, sections of the Nottingham Canal and passes a number of museums, (Castle; Brewhouse Yard; Canal; Lace; Textile and Costume; and the Galleries of Justice).  The walk passes many fine old buildings and good examples of new architecture ( e.g.. The Magistrates Courts) and there are a large number of pubs and cafes en route for the visitor to sample the hospitality for which Nottingham is famous.

The Way to a Windmill (PT 126) - 12km  Grade 2
Organised by British Walking Federation
An enjoyable walk taking you along the Trent Valley Way, and around to the Windmill at North Leverton, before returning to the village.  En-route you will be walking on well defined footpaths, but owing to the amount of stiles that you have to negotiate, it is unsuitable for pushchairs or prams.   You may take refreshments at the Royal Oak in North Leverton or wait until the end and enjoy a meal in the Reindeer Inn, which has a very reasonable menu and caters for children.