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Overview

We are walking from the heart of Ashwell to Arbury Banks to view the remains of an Iron Age Hill Fort.  The return leg uses a permissive path to take us to Newnham Hill and the return route to the village.

Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Start time:
7:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
8:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
4.5km / 2.8mi
Ascent:
36.6m / 120ft
Type:
circular

This route gives us a chance to see some of the highlights of Ashwell and to take in the views from the hills.  If the weather is dry we might even use the stepping stones over Ashwell Springs.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 26974 39742
Nearest postcode:
SG7 5NL
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Start time:
7:00 pm

Meet at the front of The Three Tuns public house

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