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Overview

A circular route starting from the Unicorn Pub in Newton Solney, following the river over to Repton, through the school grounds and back across the fields to N Solney.

Friday, 7 November 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.5km / 5.3mi
Ascent:
89.9m / 295ft
Type:
circular

The Pub has kindly allowed us to park in their carpark, so I would hope a few of the walkers will join me for a drink and possibly lunch in the pub afterwards. The walk also takes in some aspects of Repton School which you wouldn't normally get sight of from the main road. 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 28238 25706
Nearest postcode:
DE15 0SB
what3words:
bond.vast.rides
Start time:
10:00 am

Pub Car park is on the main road in the centre of the village of Newton Solney

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