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The Orchid Walk, Southwell

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Overview

This walk is an annual favourite around the Minster town of Southwell taking in the Potwell Dyke Grasslands to see the orchids and spring flowers. The intention is to stop for coffee in the Palace Gardens and lunch in Brackenhurst Gardens where there is a toilet.

 

 

Please register for this walk on Newark Ramblers website where you will also find details of our car share scheme. 

Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://newarkramblers.org.uk/walks/walk-register-1st-to-12th-jan-2022.html

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 71044 53216
Nearest postcode:
NG25 0TH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Southwell Garden Centre Fiskerton Road. We have permission to use the car park. Please park sensibly at the far end of the car park i.e. The end furthest away from Southwell.

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