Bardon walks

Old John & Beacon Hill ( Download : PDF )

8.57mi +755ft -748ft 4h35 Moderate
Starting point in 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.

Bosworth Ramble - Market Bosworth ( Download : PDF )

7.47mi +197ft -223ft 3h35 Moderate
Starting point in Market Bosworth - Leicestershire

Walk through the small market town of Market Bosworth, a stroll by the canal, and a walk through fields that may have been fought over in the Battle of Bosworth; the last significant battle of the war of the roses in 1485.

Belton, Osgathorpe, Worthington & Wilson From Diseworth ( Download : PDF )

13.71mi +492ft -476ft 6h45 Moderate
Starting point in Long Whatton and Diseworth - Leicestershire

A lengthy Leicestershire walk in the north west of the county. The walk visits a number of historic villages using paths, lanes and a section of old railway line. There are some opportunities for refreshments during the walk.

Potters Marston, Normanton Park and Desford Crossroads from Croft ( Download : PDF )

10.9mi +276ft -253ft 5h15 Moderate
Starting point in Croft (Leicestershire) - 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.

Frisby on the Wreake, Rotherby and Brooksby from Rearsby ( Download : PDF )

12.24mi +207ft -207ft 5h50 Moderate
Starting point in 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 circular walk ( Download : PDF )

5.49mi +167ft -190ft 2h40 Easy
Starting point in 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 ( Download : PDF )

6.83mi +203ft -217ft 3h20 Moderate
Starting point in 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 ( Download : PDF )

4.43mi +112ft -108ft 2h10 Easy
Starting point in 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.

Clifton Grove and River Trent from Barton Green - Nottinghamshire ( Download : PDF )

2.16mi +138ft -125ft 1h05 Easy
Starting point in Nottingham

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

Grand Union Canal from Great Glen ( Download : PDF )

2.81mi +36ft -36ft 1h20 Easy
Starting point in Great Glen - Leicestershire

A short Leicestershire walk that explores the countryside to the south of Great Glen. The walk also includes a short section of the Grand Union Canal including Crane's Lock.

Derby, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution walk ( Download : PDF )

1.45mi +16ft -16ft 0h40 Easy
Starting point in Derby

The walk visits sites in Derby associated with the planning of the rebellion, and the trial and execution of the Pentrich rebels. This is Walk 15 of the Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution group.

Some Highlights of Nottingham ( Download : PDF )

8.08mi +325ft -295ft 4h00 Easy
Starting point in 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 walk ( Download : PDF )

1.44mi +39ft -36ft 0h40 Easy
Starting point in 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 and South Wingfield Revolution group.

Giltbrook, Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution walk ( Download : PDF )

2.79mi +62ft -62ft 1h20 Easy
Starting point in 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 and South Wingfield Revolution group.

A Circular Walk from Bingham, including Car Colston ( Download : PDF )

5.09mi +26ft -26ft 2h20 Easy
Starting point in 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.

Meriden to Kenilworth, Millenium Way ( Download : PDF )

10.42mi +151ft -272ft 4h55 Moderate
Starting point in Meriden - Warwickshire

This is the 7th section of the Millenium Way 100 miles from Meriden to Kenilworth.

Circular Walk from Meriden, Millenium Way ( Download : PDF )

8.63mi +223ft -220ft 4h10 Easy
Starting point in Meriden - Warwickshire

Our walk starts from the medieval stone cross on the village green in Meriden, which reputedly marks the centre of England. This circular walk incorporates the most northerly part of the Millennium Way, joined by a short link through the delightful village of Berkswell, with its lovely cafe. It is amazing to be on such lovely countryside only a few miles from the West Midlands conurbation. HS2 is only encountered for a short section. This is walk 40 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

Gunthorpe & Caythorpe from Hoveringham ( Download : PDF )

6.7mi +16ft -23ft 3h05 Moderate
Starting point in 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.