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Rushcliffe Group

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

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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  • 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

Overview

This walk starts and finishes at East Leake car park on Gotham Road. The route takes in field paths, lanes and trails where on high ground there are excellent views of the surrounding countryside. There is no walking along main roads without footways. There are two main ascents both gradual one near the start and the other towards the end. The route crosses the A60 on two occasions where care is needed when crossing. We go along Ash Lane and through Bunny Woods using the bridleway which can be muddy. The lunch stop will be in Bunny likely in the church grounds. The return route follows Fairham Brook then trails to Welldale Farm where we cross Gotham Lane with care. The last leg includes the ascent along Lantern Lane and using the Sheep Plank Lane Byway eventually finishing back at the car park.

If you would like to join this walk please contact the Leader using the email link. 

Sunday, 15 December 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
108.8m / 357ft
Type:
circular

The start point is accessible by public transport via NCT number 1 bus which leaves Beastmarket Hill, Market Square at 9am and arrives at East Leake shops at 09:38am.  

Please bring a packed lunch.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 55491 26392
Nearest postcode:
LE12 6PG
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intervene.layers.luxury
Start time:
10:00 am

East Leake Car Park, Gotham Road

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