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Burrough Green and Kirtling Tower, Cambridgeshire

Summary

The walk goes through gently rolling countryside, with extensive woodland, and crosses the River Stour three times. The goal is Kirtling Tower where the path goes beside a moat and past the parish church. A shorter 5.4 mile loop is also possible.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.4 miles (16.7 km)
Walking time:
05h 00m
Type:
Circular

Start location

The Green, Burrough Green (TL638555)

lat: 52.1734625

lon: 0.3945604

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