Listed below are all the walks featured in this years Festival. Each walk listing highlights: the Title, Date, Start Time, Distance (and time) Description, Walk Leader (and Contact details), Organisation, Grid Reference (and OS Explorer Map No.), Where to park, Where to meet, Terrain, Difficulty and if a fee applies or donations are welcome.
A key to what you can expect on each walk is shown below also. This outlines whether walks will feature or not feature certain things. Each symbol in the key represents these features and will be outlined below each walk if they are included.
Updates, changes and cancellations will appear here. Check back regularly to stay up to date.
The Key
EASY Suitable for most levels of fitness, largely flat terrain
MODERATE Possibly a fairly strenuous walk, more uneven terrain
ENERGETIC Expect a longer, challenging walk or some considerably tougher terrain (some steep sections)
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a short lead 
No Dogs
Health Walk 
Toilet Facilities
Wheelchair Accessible 
Pushchair Accessible
Family Friendly Walk 
Light Refreshments may be purchased
Bring a packed lunch 
Talking walk
Walking Walk 
This walk visits/passes sites of Lincolnshire’s Heritage
Walk is accessible by public transport
Saturday 28th September
Festival Launch – 10am – 4pm
Grantham House, Castlegate, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6SS
This is the 5th anniversary of the South Lincolnshire Walking Festival and what better way to celebrate than by exploring one of Lincolnshire’s best kept secrets. Therefore, we are very excited to be hosting this year’s Launch event at the National Trust property, Grantham House!
This is the very first time Grantham House will be open to the public with guided tours being offered inside and outside!
Grantham House is a stunning Grade I listed townhouse steeped in history. The house is Medieval in origin and sits within Castlegate, a prestigious area of Grantham town during the Medieval period. Over the centuries
the house and the gardens have been altered to fit the styles of the time with some personal touches from its owners. Will you be the first to explore this spectacular attraction?
We have a great range of activities lined up for the day. Walkers can enjoy a walk through Grantham and Belton’s Historic parks and a shorter rural ramble, taking in the views around Grantham. Furthermore, there’s a secret treasure hunt in the grounds, tours of the stunning gardens and an exclusive chance to take a sneak peek inside Grantham House! There are
also stalls to explore and plenty of space to relax and unwind on a Saturday.
For car users, there are many car parks located in Grantham; the nearest to the House being Watergate (NG31 6NS), Castlegate (NG31 6SN), Conduit Lane (NG31 6PB) and Welham Street (NG31 6QU). Hot and cold refreshments are available on the day and dogs are also welcome in the grounds, provided they are kept on leads.
All the walks and tours are free but your donations are greatly appreciated. Due to the house still being under renovation, disabled access may be
limited, but for further information contact grantham.house@nationaltrust.org.uk prior to the event.
1 The Great Grantham Treasure Hunt
Sat 28th Sept Start Time All Day Dist <1 mile
Explore the spectacular grounds of Grantham house and find its hidden treasures! There’s lots to find at this beautiful National Trust property.
Leader: Heritage Lincolnshire 01529 461499 office hours only Organisation Heritage Lincolnshire
Grid Ref SK915361 OS Explorer 247
Start Point Grantham House, Castlegate, Grantham NG31 6SS
Parking Public Car Parks available in the town
Terrain Pathways, garden paths and grass
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF & Heritage Lincolnshire
2 Grantham House Tours
Sat 28th Sept Start Time All Day (Tours will be conducted at intervals during the day) Dist <1 mile
Guided tours around the beautiful Grantham house. Guides will inform you of the History of the House and of the rooms you will explore. Please note tours cannot be booked in advance.
Leader: Grantham House granthamhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk Organisation The National Trust
Grid Ref SK915361 OS Explorer 247
Start Point Grantham House, Castlegate, Grantham NG31 6SS
Parking Public Car Parks available in the town
Terrain Indoors, possibly some steps or stairs
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF & Grantham House
3 Grantham House Gardens Tours
Sat 28th Sept Start Time All Day (Tours will be conducted at intervals during the day) Dist <1 mile
Yet more to discover in the Gardens of Grantham House! Tours offer an insight into how these beautiful gardens are maintained. Please note tours cannot be booked in advance.
Leader: Grantham House granthamhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk Organisation The National Trust
Grid Ref SK915361 OS Explorer 247
Start Point Grantham House, Castlegate, Grantham NG31 6SS
Parking Public Car Parks available in the town
Terrain Pathways, garden footpaths, grass
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF & Grantham House
4 Park Life
Sat 28th Sept Start Time 10.30am Dist 6 miles (2.5hrs)
Explore Grantham and three of its parks on this 6 mile moderate walk.
Leader: Debby Braund 01522 552808 Organisation Lincolnshire County Council Countryside Team
Grid Ref SK915361 OS Explorer 247
Start Point Grantham House, Castlegate, Grantham NG31 6SS
Parking Public Car Parks available in the town
Terrain Pathways, footpaths and field walking
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
5 Views of Grantham
Sat 28th Sept Start Time 12pm Dist 4 miles (2hrs)
Enjoy views across the town as we climb the hills around Grantham.
Leader: Heritage Lincolnshire 01529 461499 office hours only Organisation Heritage Lincolnshire
Grid Ref SK915361 OS Explorer 247
Start Point Grantham House, Castlegate, Grantham NG31 6SS
Parking Public Car Parks available in the town
Terrain Pathways, footpaths and field walking
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF & Heritage Lincolnshire
Sunday 29th of September
6 Kelby and Culverthorpe Countryside
Sun 29th Sept Start Time 10.30am Dist 8.35 miles (4.5hrs)
A pleasant walk through some of South Lincolnshire’s beautiful countryside.
Leader: John Beaven 07713 652119 Organisation Boston Ramblers
Grid Ref TF004413 OS Explorer 247/248
Start Point Oasby Road, Kelby, NG32 3AJ
Parking Kerbside parking in Oasby Road, Kelby on one side only please, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Bridleways, footpaths, minor roads and several stiles. Includes some Hilly Sections
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SWLF
7 Exploring the Other Side
Sun 29th Sept Start Time 10.30am Dist 7 miles (3.5hrs)
A nice walk around woodland trails and the open countryside.
Leader: Derrick Venn 07900 091468 Organisation Boston Ramblers
Grid Ref TF096200 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Bourne Town Centre PE10 9AB
Parking Car Park next to Memorial Garden, Bourne, just off the A15
Terrain Tracks, footpaths, and some stiles
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
Friday 4th of October
8 Leisurely Health Walk around Metheringham
Fri 4th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 3 miles (1.5hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref TF064611 OS Explorer 272
Start Point Metheringham Sports Pavilion, Princess Street, Metheringham LN4 3DE
Parking Kerbside parking at Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Can be footpaths and field pathways
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
9 From Burton Coggles to Scotland and back
Fri 4th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 8.75 miles (4.25hrs)
A pleasant ramble through fields and woods. Is there a chance to see some deer before you reach Scotland?
Leader: Richard Siddaway 07519 376992 Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref SK979258 OS Explorer 247/248
Start Point On Church Lane, near the church at Burton Coggles NG33 4JZ
Parking Kerbside parking at Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Tracks, Fields, Small amount of road walking, Woodland path. May be muddy in the woods. Some small ascents. 9 stiles – difficult for dogs. Maybe some Hilly Sections
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
10 Leisurely Health Walk around Navenby
Fri 4th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 2 miles (1.25hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson, 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK987573 OS Explorer 272
Start Point The Venue, Grantham Road, Navenby LN50JJ
Parking Kerbside parking at near Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Can be footpaths or cross field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
11 The Canal, A Castle and Chestnuts!
Fri 4th Oct Start Time 10.30 am Dist 6 miles (3 hr)
A lovely walk along the Grantham Canal towpath, an old railway line and the Viking Way. Stunning views of the Vale of Belvior and Belvoir Castle!
Leader: Debby Braund 01522 552808 Organisation Countryside Services, Lincolnshire County Council
Grid Ref SK842351 OS Explorer 247
Start Point The Dirty Duck Pub, Woolsthorpe by Belvoir, Grantham, NG32 1NY
Parking In the Pub Car park
Terrain Canal towpath, tracks, field paths and a short road section
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
Saturday 5th of October
12 Leisurely Health Walk around North Hykeham
Sat 5th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 2 miles (1hr)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK938663 OS Explorer 272
Start Point North Kesteven Sports Centre, Moor Lane, North Hykeham
Parking at Start Point,
Terrain Some footpaths and well-marked field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
13 Ancient Crowland Amidst the Vast Fenny Level
Sat 5th Oct Start Time 10.45am Dist 3 miles (2.5hrs)
Explore Crowlands ancient past with the Archaeologist for South Holland.
Leader: Dr Ian Marshman ian.marshman@lincolnshire.gov.uk Organisation Lincolnshire County Council
Grid Ref TF239102 OS Explorer 235
Start Point Trinity Bridge, Crowland, PE6 0GD
Parking Kerb side parking in North Street and West Street
Terrain Flat route over pathways, pavements and fields
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
Sunday 6th of October
14 Holbeach’s History
Sun 6th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 1.7 miles (1.5hrs)
Come and take a walk through Holbeach’s History. This is a gentle walk with stops at some of Holbeach’s Highlights.
Leader: Nicola Grayson 01522 843091 Organisation Lincolnshire County Council
Grid Ref TF361247 OS Explorer 249
Start Point Holbeach Co-op, 5 Fleet Street, Holbeach, Spalding PE12 7AX
Parking At the Co-op (please check the regulations) or opposite on St Johns Avenue slightly to the east of Holbeach town centre
Terrain Flat pathways
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
15 Deepings Urban Walk: Explore the Old, the New, the Ancient
Sun 6th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 5 miles (3.5hrs)
An interesting exploration of the geography and heritage of the Deepings, from the Roman period to the Present Day.
Leader: Pam Byrd 01778 346049 Organisation Deeping First, Neighbourhood Plan Group
Grid Ref TF139099 OS Explorer 235
Start Point Town Hall, Market Place, Market Deeping PE6 8EA
Parking Town centre car park, accessed from Godsey Lane then walk through The Precincts to the Market Place
Terrain A circular urban walk using pavements and footpaths
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF & Deeping St James new bridge project
16 Grantham Canal
Sun 6th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 9.2 miles (5hrs)
A lovely ramble offering mostly level walking and stunning views of Belvoir Castle.
Leader: Tom Munro 07796332072 Organisation Ramblers
Grid Ref SK883325 OS Explorer 247
Start Point St Mary & St Peter’s Church, Harlaxton NG32 1HB
Parking Either the Church car park in Harlaxton or the layby on the A607 at Harlaxton
Terrain Mostly level with some field paths
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
17 Carlby, Braceborough, Manthorpe and Toft Circular
Sun 6th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 8.25 miles (4.5hrs)
An undulating walk visiting five villages, a Spa and the Famous Bowthorpe Oak.
Leader: David Haycox dchaycox@aol.com Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref TF050139 OS Explorer 234
Start Point Village Hall, High Street, Carlby PE9 4LX
Parking In Church Street opposite the Village Hall
Terrain Farm Tracks, field paths, woodland paths and a section of a quiet road. Can be muddy
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
18 Wild Medicine Walk 1
Sun 6th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 2 miles (1.5hrs)
Learn how to identify plants and their medicinal properties by the expertise of Herbalists!
Leader: Emma Barker fenlandnh@mail.com Organisation Fenland Natural Health
Grid Ref TF247244 OS Explorer 249
Start Point Johnson Community Hospital, Spalding road, Spalding PE11 3DT
Parking At the start point
Terrain Footpaths, river banks, meadows, may be muddy and uneven underfoot
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
19 Wild Medicine Walk 2
Sun 6th Oct Start Time 2pm Dist 1 miles (1.5hrs)
Learn how to identify plants and their medicinal properties by the expertise of Herbalists!
Leader: Emma Barker fenlandnh@mail.com Organisation Fenland Natural Health
Grid Ref TF247244 OS Explorer 249
Start Point Ayscoughfee Hall and Gardens, Churchgate Spalding PE11 2RA
Parking On street or Pay and Display Car Park at the Vista next to Ayscoughfee Hall Terrain Riverside paths with special arrangements for pushchairs and wheelchairs
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
Friday 11th of October
20 Roving Round Rippingale
Fri 11th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 9.5 miles (5hrs)
An excellent walk on field paths and farm tracks visiting six very different villages around Rippingale.
Leader: Richard Siddaway 0719 376992 Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref TF093291 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Graby layby on A15 half a mile north of Rippingale NG34 0HS
Parking Park in layby
Terrain Mainly level field paths and farm tracks. Some gentle ascents and some stiles. Short stretch on quiet roads. Maybe some Hilly Sections
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
21 An Alternative Walk around Culverthorpe
Fri 11th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 6 miles (4hrs)
An alternative route exploring parkland and countryside around the historic Culverthorpe Hall.
Leader: Gavin Warhurst 01636 892836 Organisation Poacher Line Community Rail Partnership
Grid Ref TF020399 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Stepping out car park near Culverthorpe Hall NG32 3NQ
Parking Free parking at start
Terrain Tracks, field paths and stiles
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
22 Leisurely Health Walk around Metheringham
Fri 11th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 3 miles (1.5hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref TF064611 OS Explorer 272
Start Point Metheringham Sports Pavilion, Princess Street, Metheringham LN4 3DE Parking Kerbside parking at Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Can be footpaths and field pathways
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
23 Leisurely Health Walk around Navenby
Fri 11th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 2 miles (1.25hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK987573 OS Explorer 272
Start Point The Venue, Grantham Road, Navenby LN50JJ
Parking Kerbside parking at near Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Can be footpaths or cross field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
24 Boston River and Rail Walk
Fri 11th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 6 miles (3hrs)
A Gentle walk around Boston taking in some of the sights of the town and the countryside.
Leader: Kaye Robinson 01522 553022 Mon, Tues & Thurs 9-4 Organisation Poacher Line Community Rail Partnership
Grid Ref TF328438 OS Explorer 261
Start Point Tourist Information Centre & the Haven, South Square, South Street, Boston PE21 6HE
Parking Pay and Display parking in Boston town centre or take the train. Boston is on the Nottingham-Skegness line.
Terrain Mainly level field paths and farm tracks. Some gentle ascents and some stiles. Short stretch on quiet roads
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
25 Nordic Walking Taster
Fri 11th Oct Start Time 11.30am Dist 2 miles (1hr)
Learn the Nordic Walking Technique! It’s a great way to get fit and enjoy lively a walk across beautiful parkland.
Leader: Joanna Douglas 07949392018 Organisation Nordic Walk it (Hiscox)
Grid Ref TF031065 OS Explorer 234
Start Point William Cecil, St Martins, Stamford PE9 2LJ
Parking Far end of William Cecil Car Park
Terrain Level Fields and Pathways
Level Moderate. An activity walking session
Cost Donations to SLWF
Saturday 12th of October
26 Leisurely Health Walk around North Hykeham
Sat 12th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 2 miles (1hr)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK938663 OS Explorer 272
Start Point North Kesteven Sports Centre, Moor Lane, North Hykeham
Parking at Start Point
Terrain Some footpaths and well-marked field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
27 A Walk around Market Deeping
Sat 12th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 1.5 miles (1hr)
Discover the fascinating heritage and historic buildings of Market Deeping
Leader: Pam Byrd 01778 346049 Organisation Deeping First Neighbourhood Plan Group
Grid Ref TF139099 OS Explorer 235
Start Point Town Hall, Market Place PE6 8EA
Parking Town centre car park accessed from Godsey Lane then walk through the Precincts to Market Place
Terrain All on level pavements
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF & Deeping St James new bridge project
28 Haconby Spinney
Sat 12th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 10 miles (6hrs)
A moderate walk through woodland and field paths. Some beautiful views of big skies and quiet villages.
Leader: Richard Siddaway 07519 376992 Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref TF080204 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Bourne Woods Car Park PE10 0LG
Parking At start Terrain Mainly flat on field and woodland footpaths. A few stiles. Maybe some Hilly Sections
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
29 A Stroll from Skillington
Sat 12th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 5.5 miles (3hrs)
Join us for a lovely walk through the countryside around the village of Skillington in this quiet corner of Lincolnshire.
Leader: Debby Braund 01522 552808 Organisation Countryside Services, Lincolnshire County Council
Grid Ref SK898257 OS Explorer 247
Start Point The Square, Skillington, NG33 5HB
Parking In the Village, please park responsibly
Terrain Tracks, fields and pathways
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
30 Leisurely Health Walk around North Hykeham
Sat 12th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 2 miles (1hr)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK938663 OS Explorer 272
Start Point North Kesteven Sports Centre, Moor Lane, North Hykeham
Parking at Start Point,
Terrain Some footpaths and well-marked field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
31 Matthew Flinders: The Famous Explorer’s life in Donington
Sat 12th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 3 miles (1.5hr)
Enjoy a guided walk around the birthplace of this world famous explorer.
Leader: Edward Finch 01775 822091 Organisation Heritage Lincolnshire
Grid Ref TF211358 OS Explorer 249
Start Point Donington Church Hall, Church Street, PE11 4TG
Parking Kerb side parking at the Church Hall or in Donnington Market Place at the end of Church Street.
Terrain Level pathways
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
Sunday 13th of October
32 Fen Edge Loop – Morning Walk
Sun 13th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 5 miles (2.5hrs)
Enjoy the first part of this loop along the Fen edge
Leader: David Hill 01476 562960 Organisation Grantham Ramblers
Grid Ref TF089638 OS Explorer 272/273
Start Point Nocton Woods, Metheringham Barf
Parking Nocton Woods Stepping Out Car Park
Terrain Woodland paths and minor roads
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
33 Fen Edge Loop – Afternoon Walk
Sun 13th Oct Start Time 1pm Dist 3 miles (2hrs)
Enjoy the second part of this loop along the Fen edge
Leader: David Hill 01476 562960 Organisation Grantham Ramblers
Grid Ref TF089638 OS Explorer 272/273
Start Point Nocton Woods, Metheringham Barf
Parking Nocton Woods Stepping Out Car Park
Terrain Woodland paths and minor roads
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
34 Barrowby and the Viking Way
Sun 13th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 10 miles (5hrs)
Walk along an ancient bronze age trail, taking in sights of the vale of Belvoir, historic villages and the winding Grantham canal
Leader: Brian Bacon 07887 361785 Organisation Ramblers
Grid Ref SK880364 OS Explorer 247
Start Point Barrowby High Road NG32 1BH
Parking Kerbside in Barrowby with consideration for local residents
Terrain Tracks, roads, fields, canal towpath. May be muddy in parts. Maybe some Hilly Sections
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
35 Witham Wander
Sun 13th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 6.25 miles (3hrs)
A scenic walk along the meandering Witham across stepping stones and along the Viking way.
Leader: Steve Elnor 07944 475521 Organisation National farmers Union
Grid Ref SK923421 OS Explorer 247
Start Point Millside Wigwams, Mill Farm, west Street, Barkston NG32 2NZ
Parking At start.
Terrain Farm tracks, footpaths, bridleways
Level Moderate.
Cost Donations to SLWF
Friday 18th of October
36 A Walk along Lincolnshire’s Ancient Coastline
Fri 18th Oct Start Time 9.30am Dist 7.5 mile (3hrs)
Take a trip down this ancient coastline with the chance to see barn owls, buzzards and the inside of a twelfth century priory, with a poignant story.
Leader: Peter Jackson 07909 730644 Organisation Heritage Lincolnshire
Grid Ref TF114296 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Dowsby Village Hall, 23 Main Rd, Dowsby PE10 0TL Parking Kerbside parking on B1177 south of junction with B1397
Terrain Established foot and bridle paths but with some wide grassy road verges, one grassy field and some potentially muddy footpaths across fields. Some Hilly Sections
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF & Dowsby Village Hall (registered charity)
37 Leisurely Health Walk around Metheringham
Fri 18th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 3 miles (1.5hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref TF064611 OS Explorer 272
Start Point Metheringham Sports Pavilion, Princess Street, Metheringham LN4 3DE
Parking Kerbside parking at Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Can be footpaths and field pathways
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
38 Culverthorpe Lake and the Forgotten Hamlets
Fri 18th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 9.75 miles (5.25hrs)
Explore some ancient green lanes and a series of forgotten Hamlets.
Leader: David Haycox dchaycox.aol.com Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref TF068380 OS Explorer 284
Start Point Osbournby Market Place, Osbournby NG34 0DP
Parking At start.
Terrain Across fields, field paths, green lanes and short stretch of a quiet road. Some undulation but no hills. Can be muddy
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
39 Leisurely Health Walk around Navenby
Fri 18th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 2 miles (1.25hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK987573 OS Explorer 272
Start Point The Venue, Grantham Road, Navenby LN50JJ
Parking Kerbside parking at near Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Can be footpaths or cross field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
40 Nordic Walking Taster
Fri 18th Oct Start Time 11.30am Dist 2 miles (1hr)
Learn the Nordic Walking Technique! It’s a great way to get fit and enjoy a walk across beautiful parkland.
Leader: Jo Douglas 07949 392018 Organisation Nordic Walk it (Hiscox)
Grid Ref TF015177 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Rassals Nursery, Station Road, Little Bytham NG33 4RA
Parking Car Park at start.
Terrain Level fields and tracks
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
Saturday 19th of October
41 From Vikings to the Archers
Sat 19th Oct Start Time 9.30am Dist 3.5 mile (2hrs)
Take a gentle walk along an ancient seabed, old steam engines, explore a ghostly manor house and learn about the home of the BBC ‘Archers’.
Leader: Peter Jackson 07909 730644 Organisation Heritage Lincolnshire
Grid Ref TF 115297 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Dowsby Village Hall, 23 Main Rd, Dowsby PE10 0TL
Parking Kerbside parking on B1177 south of junction with B1397
Terrain Some farm tracks and some public footpaths, possibly muddy, some metalled village roads.
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF & Dowsby Village Hall (registered charity)
42 Castles and Quarries
Sat 19th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 7 miles (3.5hrs)
A delightful walk through woods and fields noting some of the area’s history along the way
Leader: Richard Siddaway 07519 376992 Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref SK989186 OS Explorer 247
Start Point By the duck pond, Glen Road, Castle Bytham NG33 4RJ
Parking Kerbside parking at Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Some ascent, footpaths, tracks, fields and woodland
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF 
43 Leisurely Health Walk around North Hykeham
Sat 19th Oct Start Time10am Dist 2 miles (1hr)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK938663 OS Explorer 272
Start Point North Kesteven Sports Centre, Moor Lane, North Hykeham
Parking at Start Point
Terrain Some footpaths and well-marked field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
44 Frampton Marsh Circular One
Sat 19th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 4.5 miles (2hrs)
Wildlife lovers can enjoy this leisurely walk along a wild coast and with wonderful views of the Reserve
Leader: Dave Richardson 07800 575428 Organisation Boston Ramblers
Grid Ref TF356392 OS Explorer 249
Start Point RSPB Frampton Marsh Visitor Centre PE20 1AY
Parking RSPB car park (free but donations appreciated)
Terrain Level terrain along sea banks, tracks and field paths with no stiles
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
45 Railway Ramble Ancaster to Sleaford
Sat 19th Oct Start Time 11am Dist 6.5 miles (3.5hrs)
Take the train in search of a castle and complete this linear walk from Ancaster to Sleaford
Leader: Stuart Parker 01522 534655 Organisation Lincolnshire Ramblers
Grid Ref TF067454 OS Explorer 247/272
Start Point Meet the Walk Leader at Sleaford train station for 11am. The group will travel to Ancaster, on the 11.12am train, and then enjoy a nice walk back to Sleaford. Trains to Sleaford station arriving before 11am are as follows: Lincoln at 10.18am, Boston at 10.50am and Heckington at 11.04am
Parking Available in Sleaford town centre or the station Pay and Display car park
Terrain Public footpaths, gentle uphill section some stiles
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF 
46 Frampton Marsh Circular Two
Sat 19th Oct Start Time 2pm Dist 7 miles (3.5hrs)
More scenic views and wonderful wildlife to explore on this walk
Leader: Ann Martin 07502 220023 Organisation Boston Ramblers
Grid Ref TF356392 OS Explorer 249
Start Point RSPB Frampton Marsh Visitor Centre PE20 1AY
Parking RSPB car park (free but donations appreciated)
Terrain Level terrain along sea banks, tracks and field paths with no stiles
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF
Sunday 20th of October
47 A Norse Walk
Sun 20th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 11 mile (5.5hrs)
Visit five old Norse Settlements on this long informative walk
Leader: Alison Crow 01780 755681 Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref TF068381 OS Explorer 248 Start Point Osbournby Market Place NG34 0DP
Parking At start
Terrain Mainly level using tracks, field paths, bridleways and some quiet country roads
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
48 A Riverside Walk in the Deepings
Sun 20th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 3.5 miles (2.5hrs)
A pretty walk along the River Welland past some interesting places of interest
Leader: Pam Byrd 01778 346049 Organisation Deeping First Neighbourhood Plan Group
Grid Ref TF139099 OS Explorer 239
Start Point Town Hall, Market Place, Market Deeping PE6 8EA
Parking Parking is available in the Market Place or in the car park. Access from Godsey Lane and then walk through the Precincts to the Town Hall
Terrain Level payments and riverside tracks
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF and Mayor’s charity
49 Boston Victorian Cemetery Trees
Sun 20th Oct Start Time 3pm Dist 1 mile (1hr)
A leisurely walk through this beautiful Wildlife Site identifying trees en-route
Leader: Ann Martin 07502 220023 Organisation Friends of Boston Cemetery
Grid Ref TF323454 OS Explorer 261
Start Point Boston Cemetery, Marian Road, Boston, Lincs PE21 9HA
Parking Crematorium Car Park
Terrain Level terrain
Level Easy
Cost Fixed Price
Friday 25th of October
50 A Walk Along Lincolnshire’s Ancient Coastline
Fri 25th Oct Start Time 9.30am Dist 7.5 mile (3hrs)
Take a trip down this ancient coastline with the chance to see barn owls, buzzards and the inside of a twelfth century priory, with a poignant story
Leader: Peter Jackson 07909 730644 Organisation Heritage Lincolnshire
Grid Ref TF114296 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Dowsby Village Hall, 23 Main Rd, Dowsby PE10 0TL
Parking Kerbside parking on B1177 south of junction with B1397
Terrain Established foot and bridle paths but with some wide grassy road verges, one grassy field and some potentially muddy footpaths across fields.
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF & Dowsby Village Hall (registered charity)
51 Baston Long Track
Fri 25th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 9.25 miles (5hrs)
A long walk through fields, visiting some peaceful villages
Leader: Richard Siddaway 07519 376992 Organisation Stamford Ramblers Grid Ref TF112139
OS Explorer 234 and 235
Start Point Main Street Baston PE6 9PA
Parking At start close to entrance to playing fields
Terrain Flat farm paths some road walking, few stiles.
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF 
52 Leisurely Health Walk around Metheringham
Fri 25th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 3 miles (1.5hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref TF064611 OS Explorer 272
Start Point Metheringham Sports Pavilion, Princess Street, Metheringham
LN4 3DE
Parking Kerbside parking at Start Point, with consideration for local villagers
Terrain Can be footpaths and field pathways
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
53 Leisurely Health Walk around Navenby
Fri 25th Oct Start Time 10.15am Dist 2 miles (1.25hrs)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK987573 OS Explorer 272
Start Point The Venue, Grantham Road, Navenby LN50JJ
Parking Kerbside parking at near Start Point, with consideration for local villagers.
Terrain Can be footpaths or cross field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
Saturday 26th of October
54 From Vikings to the Archers
Sat 26th Oct Start Time 9.30am Dist 3.5 mile (2hrs)
Take a gentle walk along an ancient seabed, old steam engines, explore a ghostly manor house and learn about the home of the BBC ‘Archers’.
Leader: Peter Jackson 07909 730644 Organisation Heritage Lincolnshire
Grid Ref TF115297 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Dowsby Village Hall, 23 Main Rd, Dowsby PE10 0TL
Parking Kerbside parking on B1177 south of junction with B1397
Terrain Some farm tracks and some public footpaths, possibly muddy, some metalled village roads
Level Moderate
Cost Donations to SLWF & Dowsby Village Hall (registered charity)
55 Woods and Fields
Sat 26th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 10.5 miles (5-6hrs)
Another long walk visiting some of the villages north of Bourne
Leader: Richard Siddaway 07519 376992 Organisation Stamford Ramblers
Grid Ref TF080204 OS Explorer 248
Start Point Bourne Woods Car Park PE100LG
Parking At start
Terrain Mainly flat, some ascent, farm tracks and footpaths. Some roads. Some stiles. May be muddy in place
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF 
56 Leisurely Health Walk around North Hykeham
Sat 26th Oct Start Time 10am Dist 2 miles (1hr)
Leader: Beverley Dawson 01522 701308 Office hours only Organisation Better
Grid Ref SK938663 OS Explorer 272
Start Point North Kesteven Sports Centre, Moor Lane, North Hykeham
Parking Parking at Start Point
Terrain Some footpaths and well-marked field paths
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
Sunday 27th of October
57 Greatford Loop
Sun 27th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 9.2 miles (4.5hrs)
A long pleasant walk through stone built villages and Casewick park
Leader: John Beaven 07713652119 Organisation Boston Ramblers
Grid Ref TF087119 OS Explorer 234
Start Point Main Street, Greatford, Stamford PE9 4QA
Parking Kerbside or Hare and Hounds pub car park
Terrain Tacks, fields, roads, footpaths
Level Energetic
Cost Donations to SLWF
58 Wild Medicine Walk 3
Sun 27th Oct Start Time 10.30am Dist 2 miles (1.5hrs)
Learn how to identify plants and their medicinal properties by the expertise of Herbalists!
Leader: Emma Barker fenlandnh@mail.com Organisation Fenland Natural Health
Grid Ref TF247244 OS Explorer 249
Start Point Johnson Community Hospital, Spalding Road, Spalding PE11 3DT
Parking At the start
Terrain Footpaths, river banks, meadows. May be muddy and uneven underfoot
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF 
59 Wild Medicine Walk 4
Sun 27th Oct Start Time 2pm Dist 1 miles (1.5hrs)
Learn how to identify plants and their medicinal properties by the expertise of Herbalists!
Leader: Emma Barker fenlandnh@mail.com Organisation Fenland Natural Health
Grid Ref TF249224 OS Explorer 249
Start Point Ayscoughfee Hall and Gardens, Churchgate, Spalding PE11 2RA
Parking Kerbside parking or Pay and Display at the Vista next Ayscoughfee Hall
Terrain Riverside paths with special arrangement for pushchairs and wheel chairs
Level Easy
Cost Donations to SLWF
Accommodation
Staying a while? Find accommodation at VisitLincolnshire’s website or check out the Independent Hostels Website
Self-led walks
The south of the county is spoilt for self-led, downloadable walks. Here are a few:
North Kesteven Stepping Out Walks
South Lincolnshire Walking Festival 2019 