Country Walks.

August walk.

A circular walk of approximately 6 miles starting from Stainfield village hall.

The weather was fine and bright and the walk took us along quiet country lanes then field paths across very large fields of wheat and barley crops.

We passed through Hardy Gang Wood and Foxhall Wood (part of the Lincolnshire Limewoods) and used a section of the Viking Way.

There were two old churches on our route, both locked unfortunately.

One of the churches was the brick built church of St Andrew in Stainfield built in 1711.

The lumps and bumps in the fields on either side of the road are remnants of Stainfield deserted medieval village, the last remains of the village being cleared in the early 17th century.

A delightful walk so close to Sudbrooke.

September walk.

A 7 mile circular walk from Jubilee Park in Woodhall Spa.

Jubilee Park is an excellent recreational facility for the town with an outdoor heated swimming pool and other sports facilities including a croquet lawn.

A croquet match was on during our visit with all of the players dressed in smart white clothes.

Our walk was across open fields and woodland with some quiet country lanes, essentially following the Viking Way.

We passed an interesting monument of the Duke of Wellington to commemorate the successful battle of Waterloo.

The monument is located in a remote field outside of Woodhall Spa, it stands 36 feet high and is a granite obelisk erected in 1844.What a strange location.

Next walk is Saturday 4th October.

A circular walk of approximately 6 miles in the Tealby area.

Walkers should meet at the village hall at 9-30am and are advised to wear a waterproof coat,use suitable footwear and bring a drink and a snack.

Everyone is welcome to join the walks.

Mike Halliday tel.01522 754686