| Walk ID | 100285345 |
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| Group | NE01 Newark Group |
| Date | Wed 22 January 25, 642 days ago |
| Details | Belton House Estate and Londonthorpe A circular walk taking in some fantastic vistas, whilst enjoying a wildlife rich, open areas of woodland pastures and ancient trees, with an historic deer herd. National Trust Ranger John Beirne will lead this walk across the estate to discover many hidden stories from the past and learn about some of the wildlife. The morning coffee stop will be at Londonthorpe Church where Donna will provide us with drinks and her famous cakes (donation to the church required from each walker). Please bring your own food for a later lunch stop. This walk includes 2 Stiles and some steep ascents and descents (total ascents 500+ feet). It also includes (optional) steep spiral staircase to the top of Bellmont Tower. Parts of this walk includes areas of the estate not generally open to visitors. Approx 6 miles National Trust have SPECIFIED NO DOGS. Please DO NOT TURN UP without Registering by 9am on the Tuesday. I will be providing National Trust with a list 24 hours before the walk, if you are not on that list you may be charged for entry to the Estate. Please register for the walk on Newark ramblers website. John has asked that if anyone is a member of the National Trust please bring your membership card and show at reception as they receive a small payment from Central office for each member visiting Belton. |
| Leader | Peter R. |
| Start | 10:30, Belton House, Visitor Reception, Grantham, NG32 2LS
Meet at Visitor Reception, say you are here for the Rambler walk being led by John Beirne. Try and arrive after 10am as John and myself should then be at reception. , NG32 2LS,, SK9278839226
Lat: 52.94241800, Lon: -0.62066700 
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| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Distance | 6.0 miles, 0 km |
| Ascent | 443 feet, 135 metres |
| Finish time | 15:30 |
