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Long Whatton to Piper wood and back

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Overview

A circular walk from Long Whatton to Piper Wood and back to Long Whatton on some quiet roads, farm tracks and fields.

Thursday, 24 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
117.3m / 385ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/492625248899894

The walk is 5 miles with 4 stiles a couple of slight hills but mainly easy walking. But unfortunately no toilets except at start and finish which will be The Falcon pub in Long Whatton..

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 47839 23534
Nearest postcode:
LE12 5DF
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Start time:
10:00 am

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