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Wellingborough Group

We are the Wellingborough Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

A lovely walk along the Jurassic way with views over the Welland Valley, visiting East Carlton Countryside Park, Middleton, Cottingham and a brief section of the former RAF Desborough airfield.

Wednesday, 30 October 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
125m / 410ft
Type:
circular

Mostly tracks, paths and some road walking on quiet roads. The Jurassic way is gently undulating but the return leg is flat walking. Possible stop at Cottingham Village Store and Coffee Shop if time allows

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 81574 88341
Nearest postcode:
LE16 8QD
what3words:
works.princely.crops
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet near the Village Hall, Wilbarston. Parking available at the village hall or the large layby on the road. The Fox Inn is a few minutes walk if people would like food and/or drink after the walk. Food is served until 2.30pm.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking