Blakesley & Plumpton Woods Trail – 7 Miles

Blakesley walk, northhamptonshire

Start Date: 3 October 2026
Start Time: 09:45
Venue: Blakesley Village Hall Northamptonshire
Location Link: What3Words

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
What3Words: https://what3words.com/wiggly.icebergs.blossom

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 –

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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

📍 WHAT3WORDS: https://what3words.com/wiggly.icebergs.blossom

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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