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West Midlands Walking Group

We are the West Midlands Walking Group. 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

Another pick 'n' mix combination of a walk, Katakanu (watersport for Ramblers members only – see socials section on our website for further information) and Harbour Café.

Let's walk surrounded by different scenery, circumferencing Britain's largest reservoir (Rutland Water), taking in idyllic woodland copses against the backdrop of melodic sounds from the notable cuckoo and lesser spotted woodpecker.

Don’t forget packed lunch/fluids.

Sunday, 3 August 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Dog friendly walk with no stiles!

For those staying on for Katakanu (watersport social), check out our socials section on our website. From the walk, it's a short 8 min drive to the next adventure!

Optional visit to Harbour Café at the end.

Possible pick up from Solihull Station by letting walk leader know by 8pm on Friday 1 August 2025.

NB: At time of posting, car is now full! Suggest reaching out on our Facebook page or Discord app (if a WMWG member) if a lift is still required.

Features

  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 90357 07552
Nearest postcode:
LE15 8TH
what3words:
castle.softly.pesky
Start time:
10:30 am

Park sensibly in the small village at Ketton Road, Upper Hambleton, Oakham LE15 8TH. Meet by the pillar marked 'Grove House' and nearby postbox.

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