SUNDAY 1st December
Blidworth Bottom 6.3 miles.
Ann B led the group on this circular walk which completely encircled Blidworth Village passing through Boundary Hill and Heywood Oaks. A woodland walk on good paths and sandy tracks. The route follows woodland edges to take advantage of open views to one side.
Brigid commented: It was a lovely walk, and Anne had found a route that kept us away from any muddy areas, which is a real bonus at this time of year!
Photos from Anne
Route added to the Library.
WEDNESDAY 4th December
Elston 3 and 4 miles
A morning walk prior to our Christmas Lunch around the village of Elston. The walk included a visit to the old chapel. This small solitary barn-like chapel of Norman origin stands in the middle of a peaceful field. Without a tower or even a bellcote, it exemplifies simplicity and charm. The most significant feature is the entrance - this is a Norman door - a huge stone arch with zigzag decoration that is nearly 1,000 years old. Inside, there are late Georgian rustic pews, a gallery, a communion table, a pulpit, and several layers of wall paintings, some of which feature Georgian biblical texts. A large royal coat of arms is featured on the north wall.
Photos from Jacqui
Previous Routes in the Library.
WEDNESDAY 11th December
Woolsthorpe by Belvoir 5.5 miles
A circular route led by Julie and Dee. A nice quiet walk with five walkers and Milo the dog. They went along the Grantham canal and back alongside the river Devon with great views of Belvoir Castle. The route included parts of both the Viking and Jubilee Ways.
Photos from Julie
Previous Routes in the Library.
Belph Brook and Welbeck Estate 5.7 miles
Starting from Welbeck Visitor Centre Sue headed through fields to the hamlet of Belph where there is a picturesque burbling stream. They continued across fields and then joined a quiet country lane which took them to South Tunnel Lodge on the Welbeck Estate. The lodge sits at the entrance to one of the Welbeck's famous tunnels built by the 5th Duke Portland in the 1800s. The Robin Hood Way then took them across fields and over a bridge back to the Visitor Centre.
Photos from Kathy, Nick, and Vince
Previous Routes in the Library.
