Hagworthingham to Horncastle - 8.5 miles
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Distance
- 8.7 ml
- Ascent
- 348 ft
High St, Hagworthingham, Spilsby PE23 4NA
This routes starts at Hagworthingham on the south edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. It takes you 8.5 miles through the countryside consisting of footpaths and bridleways to the market town of Horncastle. This point to point walk is part of the InterConnect Bus Walks.
The InterConnect Bus Walks provides a series of suggested walks across the Lincolnshire countryside. Bus stops are located at the start and finish of these walks, delivering you to some of the most beautiful spots Lincolnshire has to offer.
- Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5 km)
- Time: Approx. 4 - 4.5 hours at a leisurely pace
- Maps: OS Landranger 122 and OS Explorer 273
- Terrain: Good footpaths and bridleways. Can be very muddy at times. Some minor road and verge walking.
- Refreshments: Cafes, pubs and shops in in Horncastle. A cafe and pub in Hagworthingham.
- Toilets: St Lawrence Street, Horncastle
- Stiles: Stiles and footbridges. Most stiles are easily crossed, however some are stock proof and therefore may be difficult for some dogs.
- Other Info: Some of the route follows the Viking Way.
- Bus Route: InterConnect 56