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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 quarterly Walk magazine
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Overview

From the quiet village of Branston, we will walk through farmland with big skys along the Jubilee Way until it merges with the Cross Britain Way which we follow until we get to the grounds of Belvoir Castle. This will take us along a ridge in Barkestone Wood where the trees to the left drop steeply away to give extensive views to the north west. We then circle back past Knipton Reservoir to Branston.

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

Sunday, 30 June 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
182.9m / 600ft
Type:
circular

The walk is mostly along well-made paths with some road walking along quiet country lanes. The 600 feet of elevation is mostly in a gradual climb at the beginning with another quite steep climb at the end. The walk along the ridge through the woods is level. There are no stiles.

Please bring a packed lunch.

Park on the street in the village of Branston. The best locations for parking are between the pub and the church. Please car share where you can. Approximately 40 minutes drive from West Bridgford. 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 81015 29409
Nearest postcode:
NG32 1RU
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Start time:
10:30 am

We will start the walk from the church. Park on the street in the village of Branston.

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 quarterly 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