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- Walks in Lincoln: Waterside Trails
- Walks in Lincoln: Parks and Reserves
- Walks in Lincoln: Forests and Woodland
1. Fossdyke canal trail
The Fossdyke Navigation is the oldest in the UK that is still in use, connecting the River Witham in Lincoln with the River Trent at Torksey. A tranquil walking trail hugs the canal for the ten-kilometre stretch between Lincoln and the charming village of Saxilby. Lincoln is connected to Saxilby by a ten-minute train journey, which makes the trail easy to do one-way in either direction. The return walk is doable in a day too, as the path is flat and well kept all the way. The Fossdyke canal t...
2. Lincoln to Washingborough on the Water Rail Way
The River Witham is the main river dissecting Lincoln. Rising near Grantham, it winds its way around Lincolnshire and out towards the Wash. You can walk along it from Lincoln to Boston on a walking and cycling route known as the Water Rail Way, which follows the path of the old Lincolnshire Loop railway. If you’re just looking for a gentle walk from Lincoln and 53 kilometres sounds a bit of a stretch, then you can try the first section of the Water Rail Way to the village of Washingborough. T...
3. River Witham route to Bracebridge
The River Witham also provides some pleasant walking opportunities on the south side of Lincoln. We like to walk the dog along the section from Lincoln to Bracebridge, which is often quiet and has some nice green scenery once you get into the open countryside. Beginning at the Brayford Waterfront, head south onto the Witham, past the spiky footbridge that crosses the railway. Keep walking along the river on the right-hand side of the bank, passing through residential neighbourhoods. Boultham...
5. Greetwell Hollow Nature Reserve and Old Quarry
On the north side of Lincoln is another little-known walking area, where a nature reserve is positioned next to a disused old quarry. The entrance to Greetwell Hollow Nature Reserve is on Carlton Boulevard, opposite the Carlton Centre. Inside the reserve, a maze of pathways meander through limestone grassland, woodlands and a gurgling stream. Wear some decent walking footwear if there has been any rainfall. A few sections of the path are steep and it gets muddy, so it’s easy to lose your foot...
6. Hartsholme Country Park
Hartsholme Country Park is the prettiest of Lincoln’s parks, located about five kilometres to the south-west of the city. It is set around a large reservoir that was part of a private landscaped residence until it opened to the public midway through the 20th century. Today it is beautifully maintained, and offers plentiful walking opportunities to explore its waters, woodland and wildlife. The main path traces all the way around the reservoir and is one of the most popular walks in Lincoln. F...
7. Whisby Nature Park
Further to the south-west outskirts of Lincoln, Whisby Nature Park is a 200-acre open space where marked pathways weave among a cluster of lakes, grassland and grazing marsh. The lakes and ponds at the park are old gravel pits that were flooded, and have been reclaimed by flora and fauna. The site is now a natural habitat for many bird species. The are six different colour-coded waymarked trailsyou can take around the park, ranging up to about four kilometres. They connect together easily to...
8. Skellingthorpe Old Wood
Forest and woodland walks are just the tonic when you want to disconnect among nature. Skellingthorpe Old Wood is our favourite within the vicinity of Lincoln. This enchanting, ancient woodland was once used by Vikings as a ritual site. The wood is criss-crossed by a network of all-weather tracks and smaller pathways weaving among the trees. It’s quite easy to get lost if you’re not careful – take a few turns and everything looks the same! You can walk a seven-kilometre loop trail around the...
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About us. Welcome to our 20th year of guiding in The City of Lincoln. Walking Tours - Coach Tours - Group Tours - School Tours - Personalised Tours. in the historic City of Lincoln. We have been operating in the City from 2004 and this well-established group of guides include Green Badge Guides, qualified Cathedral/Castle guides all with ...
Maps & Guides Download your very own city & countryside maps, guides, trails, cycle routes & train routes. Cycling in Lincolnshire Enjoy the outdoors on two wheels and find picturesque cycle routes in and around Lincoln city centre.
Jan 13, 2023 · There’s no denying Lincoln, England is one of the best places to visit in the UK. Apart from its rich history and picturesque landscapes, the city is home to an incredible array of attractions. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting this historic city for a weekend getaway.
