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Northampton Group (Ramblers Northampton)

We are the Northampton Group (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 walk full of interest.  The route first runs through a Community Orchard, after this it follows the Grand Union Canal, linking up with the River Ouzel through beautiful parkland and quiet pastures. 

Winding it's way around Campbell Park, including magnificent views from the Beacon Viewpoint perched on a hill.

The return half of the walk goes through Woolstone, and offers plenty of chances to enjoy the idyllic riverside scenery in Ouzel Valley Park.  With an opportunity to see a site of the remains of a medieval village and associated fishponds.  

Saturday, 10 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10km / 6.2mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meet at 10am in the car park in front of Ye Olde Swan.

This route is entirely on surfaced paths, and pavement.

There are some slight inclines, and a short sharp climb to the Beacon.

No stiles 

Assistant dogs only please.

Refreshments available following the walk at Ye Olde Swan

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 87658 37520
Nearest postcode:
MK6 3BW
what3words:
yards.nurse.daring
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at 10am in the car park in front of Ye Olde Swan, Newport Road, Woughton-on-the-Green, Milton Keynes MK6 3BS

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