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We are the Newark 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

  • 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

Overview

This walk will be led by John Beirne from National Trust who will be able to inform us of the History, Flora and Fauna of the area. A circular walk taking in some fantastic vistas across Belton and Grantham. Taking the bridal path adjacent to Syston Hall, which was the home of Sir John Thorold and the home of Britain's first motor race circuit. The route takes us up Whipperstall Hill via Green Lane, through Gashouse Plantation and past South Lodge. Then towards Barkston Airfield, a former WW2 bomber air field before heading down to Barkston Village. Walking along the River Witham and then heading up to Peascliff Tunnel before returning to Belton Estate via Belton Hotel.

PLEASE DO NOT TURN UP FOR THIS WALK WITHOUT REGISTERING. Walk limited to 25. If you are a National Trust member please show your card at entry. If not say you are there for the Newark Ramblers Walk being led by John Beirne and you will get free entry to the car park. Toilets at start and finish only. Gates to the Car Park only open at 9.30am

Please register for this walk on Newark Ramblers website where you will also find details of our car share scheme. These walks are popular so remember that numbers are limited and reserve a place in good time.

Wednesday, 27 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.2km / 9.4mi
Ascent:
153m / 502ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 92786 39180
Nearest postcode:
NG32 2LS
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Start time:
10:00 am

Belton Estate Information Hub, Belton Estate Car Park

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