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Lincolnshire Wolds Way A long distance walk of 78 miles in the east of England which makes a circuit of the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds. It celebrates the culture of the area and visits many attractive small towns, villages and hamlets. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.
The Wolds AONB cuts across the council boundaries of Lincolnshire County Council, East Lindsey District Council, West Lindsey District Council and North East Lincolnshire Council. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] The boundaries of the AONB are marked by tourist signs incorporating stylized hills and trees, placed on roads leading into the area.
- Horncastle
- Alford
- Louth
- Spilsby
- Market Rasen
- Caistor
Often referred to as the ‘Gateway to the Lincolnshire Wolds’, Horncastlesits right at the heart of the county. Surrounded by idyllic countryside, the town is ideally situated half way between Lincoln and the Coast; the perfect base for those hoping to explore all that Lincolnshire has to offer. A destination in itself, Horncastle has plenty to see ...
The picturesque town of Alford is located on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, just 7 miles from the East Coast. The area boasts excellent road links, with Boston, Lincoln and Grimsby all just a short drive away. With countryside and coast both easily accessible, the town is a great base for people wanting to explore the wider county. Alford is r...
Situated at the foot of the Wolds, Louth was once named ‘Britain’s Finest Market Town’ by BBC’s Countryfile. The town is famous for its fantastic selection of independent retailers - around 70% of the businesses here are independently owned. That’s not the only accreditation the town has received either; Louth was also hailed as a “food mecca” by T...
Just 12 miles from the popular seaside town of Skegness, Spilsby is one of the Wold’s liveliest market towns. Although it is small, the town acts as a hub for neighbouring villages so has a surprising amount of shops and facilities. Evidence suggests that the Spilsby area has been occupied since prehistoric times and by the early medieval period, s...
Famed for its racecourse, Market Rasenis another bustling market town in the Wolds. There has been a weekly market in the town since 1219, and it is still an integral part of the area today. The High Street here also boasts a great number of independent shops, many of which are long-standing, family-run businesses. As Market Rasen has such a rich h...
Nestled on a hillside, Caistoris situated on the northern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. This area was one of the most significant Roman settlements in the county; it is believed that it was once the site of 1st century military occupation and a 2nd century Roman fortress. Today, the market square lies at the heart of a conservation area that cont...
This circular walk is mainly within the Licolnshire Wolds National Landscape and has been designed to take in the best of the Wolds and keeps to the high ground whenever possible. It has been broken down into 5 stages, averaging 6 hours walking per day.
Maps: OS Landranger 122 and OS Explorer 282. Parking: Numerous car parks throughout the town – please check for parking tariffs. Terrain: Mainly on good tracks and paths.
The Lincolnshire Wolds AONB is a nationally important and cherished landscape. The area lies in the north-eastern quarter of the county of Lincolnshire, mid-way between Lincoln and the coast, surrounded by the relatively flat fens, coastal marsh and the Lincoln Clay Vale.
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Absorb the heritage, scenery and wildlife in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Distance: 4 ½ miles (7 km) Time: 2 – 2 ½ hours at a leisurely pace; Maps: OS Explorer 273; Terrain: The paths can be muddy, so stout shoes or boots are recommended. There are some stiles and slopes on the walk. The route is waymarked with a skylark symbol.
