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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 gentle walk along the River Tove and around the villages of Abthorpe, Slapton, Bradden and the mysterious Bengal in South Northamptonshire. Plus some disused railways.

Wednesday, 7 August 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
117m / 384ft
Type:
circular

Mostly flat walking, a brief but sharp climb out of Slapton. Some road walking on quiet roads towards the end of the walk. Quite a few stiles and bridges (some hidden) and some overgrown paths!

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 66778 49841
Nearest postcode:
NN12 8DF
what3words:
commoners.changed.splat
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet near the Butcher's Arms, Greens Norton. There is limited parking at the pub and the recreation ground near the Church on Towcester Road. Otherwise please park considerately in the Village.

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