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Lincoln Group

We are the Lincoln Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • 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
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Overview

Catch the train from Skegness, Wainfleet, Boston, Heckington or Sleaford to Ancaster . Our route follows public footpaths and quiet lanes with fine views across the Ancaster Valley, South Rauceby, alongside the River Slea, discover the site of Sleaford castle to finish at Sleaford station. (this is a linear walk, we take the train out and walk back, we do not return to Ancaster)

Sorry, no dogs please.

Bring a packed lunch and drink.  Wear suitable clothing & footwear. Walk is free but train fares apply.

Train departs: Skegness 1015, Wainfleet 1024, Boston 1049, Heckington 1104, SLEAFORD 1113 to arrive at ANCASTER 1122. (connecting trains depart Lincoln 1033, Metheringham 1045, Ruskington 1054 to arrive Sleaford 1103)

 

Saturday, 14 June 2025
Meeting time:
11:00 am
Start time:
11:22 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

As part of the North Kesteven Walking Festival, our walk today is organised by the Ramblers Lincolnshire Area and Poacher Line Community Rail Partnership. (www.poacherline.org.uk)  (www.hillholtwood.co.uk)

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Meeting point

Grid reference:
TF 06789 45422
Nearest postcode:
NG34 7SJ
what3words:
sushi.love.rounds
Meeting time:
11:00 am

Sleaford Railway Station. Parking - Car parking in Sleaford

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 98378 44378
Nearest postcode:
NG32 3QT
what3words:
forehand.stylist.celebrate
Start time:
11:22 am

Ancaster Railway Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TF 06769 45411
Nearest postcode:
NG34 7RG
what3words:
shade.counts.supply
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Sleaford Railway Station

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