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Blakesley & Plumpton Woods Trail – 7 Miles
7 miles • Blakesley & Plumpton Woods • 🔵 Steady
A varied weekend walk through woodland and Northamptonshire countryside, with plenty of autumn scenery and friendly company.
Walk Leader: Gillian Lucas
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Price range: £0.00 through £6.00
👋 First time joining us?
Your first two walks are free just select the “first timers” ticket option.
Welcome
Join Gillian for a 7-mile countryside walk exploring the beautiful landscape around Blakesley and Plumpton. Expect woodland trails, open countryside and peaceful Northamptonshire scenery on this varied weekend walk.
This is a moderate walk with a few ups and downs along the way – perfect for anyone ready to stretch their legs and enjoy a longer Saturday morning adventure.
Round Robin Questions –
🇬🇧 Buy British Day: What’s your favourite place in Britain that everyone should visit at least once?
First Time?
If this is your first Adventure Geek walk, please arrive a little early and introduce yourself to the walk leader, who will be wearing a red “Walk Leader” pin badge.
Meeting Point
Blakesley Village Hall (Use W3W as the postcode is a bit out), Playing Fields, Blakesley Towcester NN12 8RN
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We often meet where there isn’t a postcode, so we recommend using the free What3Words app to navigate to the exact meeting point.
Walk Leader – Gillian Lucas
Dog Friendly – Small dogs only please.
What to Bring
- Walking shoes or boots
- Clothing suitable for the weather
- Waterproof
- Drink
- Snacks
- Something warm for an October morning
Walk Grade
🔵 Steady
A 7-mile countryside walk at a steady pace over mixed terrain.
Not sure what the walk grades mean?
Visit our First Timers page for a simple guide to Gentle, Steady, Active and Adventure walks.
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