Can you walk the Grantham Canal?

This 33-mile walk takes you from south Lincolnshire’s glorious countryside, through the Vale of Belvoir, and into the suburbs of Nottingham. Not all of us are intrepid explorers.

Where do you park for Grantham Canal?

Grantham Canal is located on Casthorpe Road bridge, near Denton. There is a small, narrow roadside layby for parking. The path is made up of compacted stone with some loose stone on the surface in places.

Where does the Grantham Canal start?

Can you walk around Belvoir Castle?

This 14 mile walk takes you on a tour of the area, visiting the canal, the Belvoir Estate and the nearby village of Stathern. This walk follows public footpaths but for a fee you can explore the castle grounds during the summer months.

Is the Grantham Canal navigable?

The Grantham Canal Society is working on ways to restore the canal for boats, while preserving it as a space for nature. A stretch of canal from Woolsthorpe to the A1 near Grantham is now once again navigable and the Society runs boat trips there.

What county is Belvoir Castle in?

county of Leicestershire
The castle is situated at the extreme northerly corner of the county of Leicestershire and is sandwiched between Lincolnshire to the east and Nottinghamshire at west, and overlooks the Vale of Belvoir to the north-west on the Nottinghamshire border.

Where does the River Witham run?

The River Witham is a river almost entirely in the county of Lincolnshire in the east of England. It rises south of Grantham close to South Witham at SK8818, passes through the centre of Grantham , passes Lincoln at SK9771 and at Boston, TF3244, flows into The Haven, a tidal arm of The Wash, near RSPB Frampton Marsh.

How much is it to get into Belvoir Castle?

Belvoir Castle is the ancestral home of the Dukes of Rutland. The family have lived at Belvoir in an unbroken line for almost a thousand years….Guide Prices.

Can you picnic at Belvoir Castle?

We definitely recommend bringing a picnic along to enjoy one of the incredible viewpoints overlooking the Vale of Belvoir.

What has been filmed at Belvoir Castle?

Other films including The Da Vinci Code and The Young Victoria were also filmed at Belvoir Castle.

Do you have to pay to walk around Belvoir Castle?

Lovely stunning castle inside loved the history and the grounds well kept. However would advise that there is a steep hill to get to the castle, unless your disabled you don’t park at the top and you have to pay £5 to park after paying to enter. Lots of walking to do get ya walking shoes on.

Can you swim in the River Witham?

Five swimmers from Boston, Lincolnshire have swum the 31-mile stretch down the River Witham from Lincoln to Boston.

What is the purpose of the Grantham Canal Walk?

Grantham Canal Walks ‘The aim of the Grantham Canal Society is to open the Canal all the way from Grantham through to the River Trent, bringing an element of tourism to the area, and recreating a beautiful waterway through the Vale of Belvoir with all of the conservation and community benefits for all to enjoy.’

Are there any boat trips on the Grantham Canal?

The Grantham Canal Society is working on ways to restore the canal for boats, while preserving it as a space for nature. A stretch of canal from Woolsthorpe to the A1 near Grantham is now once again navigable and the Society runs boat trips there.

Is there a canal from Woolsthorpe to Grantham?

A stretch of canal from Woolsthorpe to the A1 near Grantham is now once again navigable and the Society runs boat trips there. Our canals are rich in history and wildlife, making for great spots for a family day out. Nottingham is particularly blessed with several must-see locations on its doorstep.

Where does the Grantham Canal End in Bridgford?

Beyond the A52, the Grantham Canal path passes into the residential areas of Gamston and then West Bridgford with its choice of cafés and a lovely park if the weather is picnic friendly. This is where the canal ends at the River Trent.