There’s not many better ways to enjoy the East Midlands than through walking in Northamptonshire. It’s a great way to explore all the beauty the countryside in Northamptonshire has to offer, whether it’s a place to enjoy a picnic or an energetic weekend walk dusting the cobwebs off after a week at work. With a range of different walking environments from the bustling towns to more rural village settings, Northamptonshire has a walk for everyone. With beautiful countryside all around you, the walking routes follow some of the most stunning areas of Britain.
First on our list is Canons Ashby – this circular walk explores the gardens, parkland and countryside surrounding this Elizabethan manor house near Daventry. Stroll through the beautiful 18th-century gardens with topiary and formal bedding before heading into the parkland with its old deer park, woodland and lakes.
Secondly Knightley Way goes from Badby to Greens Norton on this pleasant walk. The walk begins in Badby and heads through Badby Wood towards Fawsley Park and Fawsley Hall.
Lastly enjoy waterside walking in Titchmarsh Nature Reserve in Thrapston, near Kettering. There are several large lakes to stroll around and you can also follow the Nene Way along the River Nene which runs through the reserve.
So if you’re planning on walking in Northamptonshire why not make a holiday of it and stay in a pub? Pubs are a great alternative to hotels and traditional B&B’s giving visitors a special experience incomparable to your average hotel. Pubs don’t just offer a warm comfortable bed after a long day walking, but also offer delicious food and drink combined with the chance to socialise with locals and other walkers.
With all the modern features such as flat screen TV’s, Freeview, WiFi, comfortable bedding and tea and coffee making facilities you’ll be able to sit back and relax in your room after a long day out. In the evening choose from a range of home cooked dishes, from pub classics to meals with a twist. Meals are prepared by excellent chefs who use only the freshest locally sourced ingredients to give you a real taste of Northamptonshire.
In the evenings there’s plenty to keep you busy, with pubs offering a warm fire in the winter or a beer garden in the summer you can relax after dinner with a pint of real ale. Staying in a pub in Northamptonshire offers walkers the chance to find their own piece of paradise with many areas untouched and unspoilt.
As a result, there’s plenty of reasons to enjoy a walking holiday in Northamptonshire. However, if getting on two wheels is more your thing, then check out our Cycling in Northamptonshire guide.
