We are the Rutland Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Our route is as follows: We’ll head north – mainly along field boundaries to Colston Basset. Coffee stop will probably be at the church yard in Colston Basset. From there we head west past the remains of St Mary’s church and Home Farm. After a short walk along a road, we’ll pick up the Grantham and Nottingham canal which we’ll follow back to Hickling.
The area is fairly flat with the route involving no more than 150 feet of ascent.
Given the time of year and the recent wet weather it is expected that there will be mud in places. Gaiters and walking poles are recommended.
I would expect the walk to take roughly four and a half hours putting us back at the cars between 2:30 and 3:00PM. Sunset is at 4:55 PM
The following guidelines are for your safety:
Please check the expected weather and carry suitable clothing and equipment for the conditions (boots, coats etc.)
Is the walk suitable for your fitness level and general health?
Ensure you have enough food and drink to last the duration of the walk.
Be careful on slippery surfaces and keep away from steep drops.
Do not do anything that will endanger yourself or those around you.
Follow any other advice given by the leader.
Please consider car sharing arrangements with other members to reduce pressure on parking
In the event of severe weather, please contact the leader on the morning of the walk to check that it is still going ahead.
Meet at Hickling Wharf, Main Street, Hickling, LE14 3AH [GR SK 69083 29474 [Explorer 260; the first and last parts of the walk are shown on Explorer 246]; What3Words ///down.shippers.ferrets.] Park responsibly in the village please. We should be able to park a good number of cars by the wharf.
