Historical Fotheringhay

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Overview

Historical walk from Fotheringhay to Elton taking in Elton Hall and the royal connections of Fotheringhay Castle and Cathedral.

Wednesday, 24 September 2025

Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:15 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:: 76.2m / 250ft
Type:: circular

There are 6/7 stiles and maybe wet in places if there has been recent rain.

Guidedogs only please.

Refreshments available afterwards at the Falcon Inn. Please let me know by 21/09 if intending to eat so I can book a table.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: TL 05924 93239
Nearest postcode:: PE8 5HZ
what3words:: education.summit.veered

Start time:: 10:15 am

Falcon Inn carpark

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