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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.
Queen of Hearts
Walk
(PT
165) -
10km
Grade 2
Organised by Ise Valley Vagabonds
A pleasant walk, starting at the Queen of Hearts Public House and then
on to a walkway of the disused railway line into the town centre. From
there up onto the famous Borough Hill, that has had settlements on its
summit since the Iron Age and has lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
Then down hill to Daventry Country Park Reservoir and its wildfowl.
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.
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