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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.

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

An easy, gentle walk along a stretch of the Grand Union Canal, passing Hatton Locks, a flight of 21 locks known as the “Stairway to Heaven”, and through the villages of Shrewley, Little Shrewley and Hatton. Mainly canal towpath and rural footpaths.

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

Please bring a packed lunch.

Sunday, 24 September 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
115m / 377ft
Type:
circular

Park at Hatton Locks Car Park, Canal Road, Hatton, CV35 7JL  - £3.50 for all day.

Estimated driving time from West Bridgford is 1 hour 10 mins.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 24264 66941
Nearest postcode:
CV35 7JL
what3words:
zinc.vine.rooftop
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at Hatton Locks Car Park, Canal Road, Hatton, CV35 7JL

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