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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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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
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Overview

A public transport walk in a delightful area of north Nottinghamshire jointly organised by the Ramblers Lincolnshire Area and the Community Rail Partnerships.

Catch the train from Lincoln, Saxilby, Gainsborough Lea Road to Retford. Train departs: Lincoln 0826, Saxilby 0836, Gainsborough Lea Road 0848 to arrive Retford at 0900.

Our route follows public footpaths along the River Idle, through Whisker Hill golf course, Babworth church connected with the Pilgrim Fathers, along Green Mile Lane and return to the station along the ‘Cuckoo Way’ using the Chesterfield Canal towpath.

Sorry, no dogs please.

Bring a packed lunch and drink.  Wear suitable clothing & footwear. 

Walk is free but train fares apply

Saturday, 4 October 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 70128 80404
Nearest postcode:
DN22 7DQ
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Start time:
9:30 am

Retford Railway Station. Parking: a railway walk, come by train!

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