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Ramblers Northampton Group

We are the Ramblers Northampton. 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

Overview

A circular walk starting from Chackmore and passing Foxcote reservoir and Akeley before heading to the Blackpit cafe for lunch. After lunch we will continue to Dadford and through Stowe park to return to the start.  A mixture of fields, woods and parkland.

Friday, 11 July 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
21.7km / 13.5mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

Assistance dogs only please.

If the forecast is very hot there are options for a shorter route so please check the programme for any changes on Thursday 10th.  

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 68395 35748
Nearest postcode:
MK18 5JH
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Start time:
9:30 am

Car park on the left as you turn into Main Street Chackmore from Stowe Avenue. Please be aware that the roadworks on the A43 at Towcester can cause delays.

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