BASSINGFIELD & THE GRANTHAM CANAL

Gedling Group

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Overview

Across fields from Shepherds restaurant to Bassingfield, then back along the Grantham canal via Cotgrave Country Park. Mostly hard paths, dog friendly, one style.

Optional Pub lunch.

Thursday, 13 November 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:45 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Option for public transport. Take The 09.40am Cotgrave which starts at Beastmarket Hill, and get off at the Shepherds just after 10am.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 63499 37501
Nearest postcode:: NG12 2JZ
what3words:: civic.goes.bill

Start time:: 10:30 am

Shepherds Restaurant Park & Ride, Stragglesthorpe Road

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