Walk 09/2009 – Redmile.

Sunday 5th April 2009

Today’s walk started at the village of Redmile, near Grantham. The weather was perfect. Jackie and Moira continued with their navigation training and led us round a 11.3 mile circular walk taking in views of Belvoir Castle, home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland.

We managed to stand a little too close to a parked car, when we needed to consult on directions and it’s alarm went off. We moved on quickly and unfortunately missed a turning into Tofts Lane. Never mind, we found an alternative route which took us through a wooded area with some challenging muddy areas to cross.

Wildlife seen today included hares, buzzards, a rookery and swan on it’s nest. Spring had sprung forth with fresh green shoots in trees, wild primroses and the air was filled with birdsong.

It was easy walking along a disused canal before we found refreshments at a local pub.

Report – Claire

Pictures – Alan

Walk rating – Marvellous

It was difficult to get a good view of Belvoir Castle.

A tree.

More trees.

There were some good views through the gaps in the trees.

Some muddy tracks.

The Vale of Belvoir is pretty flat.

An interesting lunch stop formation.

The church at Plungar.

The disused Grantham Canal.

We pause on a bridge while the map readers take stock.

Another view of the canal.

This swan was a bit wary as we passed by.