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Coventry Group

Coventry Ramblers is a friendly, active walking group based in the West Midlands. We offer a wide range of walks for all ages and abilities, exploring the local countryside and beyond. Whether you're looking to enjoy nature, stay fit, or meet like-minded

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 from the Leicestershire village of Swinford heading east and then north through a wind farm almost to Walcote then turning south through Shawell Wood and under the M1 before picking up a disused rail route around Shawell and returning westwards to Swinford.

A flattish walk crossing arable and grazing land with some large pools and mud requiring deviations around. A mixture of kissing gates and stiles, some of the latter are in poor condition and require care in crossing.

Sunday, 9 February 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.1km / 9.4mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

To contact the walk leader or ask a question about this walk, please use the "Get in touch about this walk" email link. 

• Wear suitable clothing and footwear for the conditions – if in doubt, ask the walk leader. 

• Bring food and water, depending on the length of the walk. 

• If you feel unwell, or need to slow down or stop, let the walk leader or back marker know.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 56970 79421
Nearest postcode:
LE17 6BN
what3words:
filed.chairs.vowel
Start time:
10:00 am

Starting Point: High Street adjacent to All Saints Church, Swinford, Leicestershire Please park considerately in the village and walk to the start, there is a choice of several streets with pavements close to the church.

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