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Ramblers Northampton Group

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Overview

This is a lovely walk in the Northamptonshire countryside starting from the picturesque village of Hanging Houghton. Hanging Houghton is noted for the site of a mediaeval great house which is a scheduled monument. We will be walking past it. The walk is on paths, byways and bridle ways so there are no stiles. There are some very muddy sections and a couple of steep hills. The walk affords great views of our lovely rolling countryside but it is exposed in places with strong cross winds. 

Saturday, 4 May 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
-8km / -5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Parking is limited. There are a few spaces on the A508 just beyond the turning for the village. Some street parking in the village and some spaces at Houghton crossing below the village. We shall be walking over the crossing so if you park there just wait until we arrive. The village is very close to the Swan at Lamport if you wish to have refreshments after the walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 75333 73735
Nearest postcode:
NN6 9ES
what3words:
clockwork.crowns.drivers
Start time:
10:30 am

Centre of the village near the telephone box

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