North Kesteven Walking Festival 2027
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2026 was a great year for North Kesteven's walkers with over 1000 people attending over 60 themed guided walks during a wonderful two weeks of sunshine.
♿ - Wheelchair friendly 🐕🦺- Dog friendly (on a lead)
For the rest of the year before the Walking Festival we encourage you to head over to Wellbeing Walks | Lincolnshire Co-op for their regular walks throughout the year.
Click here to see if we've got any monthly walks lined up...
About
The North Kesteven Walking Festival is a celebration of the countless walking opportunities available within the district. Hundreds of walkers tied their laces and joined in last year for over 200 miles of walking. From short saunters to long hikes, all ages, abilities and fitness levels enjoyed the social walking experience only a festival can provide. The festival demonstrates NKDC’s commitment to physical activity and is part of the Countryside NK partnership with Hill Holt Wood (a charity and social enterprise) who maintain over 130 miles of Stepping Out walks in the area and have been running the festival since 2018.
This year you can join us on walks which will be scattered across North Kesteven’s 356 square miles of picturesque villages, medieval churches and thriving landscapes.
The festival thrives on the enthusiasm and knowledge of volunteer walk leaders who make the walking festival possible – so thank you!
Important information
Everyone taking part in the Walking Festival does so at their own risk and it is the responsibility of the individual to ensure they are fit and well to participate. It is also recommended that appropriate clothing, footwear and weather protection is worn / applied. If you are feeling unwell please do not come on the walk. If you bring a dog (except on specified walks) they must be kept on a short lead and under firm control at all times. The walk leader has the right to refuse participation if they feel a walker is not being respectful and or behaving inappropriately.
To keep up to date with the latest news on the Walking Festival, details on how to book through Eventbrite and for any changes to the walk schedule follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can also visit www.hillholtwood.co.uk or email gavin.warhurst@hillholtwood.co.uk Or scan the QR code for more information.
Upcoming (non Walking Festival) walks
August
Thursday 27th August 8pm Litter picking and nature walk, Millennium Green. Join us for a litter picking walk around the Millennium Green, learn about the sites history and the wildlife that call it home. Arrive at the Station Road entrance at 7.45pm ready for an 8pm start. Approx. 1 mile.
September
National Fitness Day - Mini Walking Weekend
Friday 25th September – 6pm Bat walk HHW. Join us for a leisurely walk around Hill Holt Wood as we look out and listen for bats. Please arrive for 5:45pm ready for a 6pm start. Please bring a torch. Less than a mile.
Saturday 26th September Corn Moon Walk. 6pm Dyson Farming, The Hive, Nocton Fen. Join Lincoln Astronomer Graham on a short walk and then the opportunity to observe and learn more about the moon. Arrive at the Hive for 5.45pm ready for a 6pm start. Please bring a torch. Approx 2 miles.
Sunday 27th September - River Slea and Lollycocks Sunday Saunter. 10am. Meet outside the Hub, Eastgate Green side at 9:45am ready for a 10am start. Join us for a Sunday morning saunter along the River Slea and around Lollycocks before returning to the Hub where you have the opportunity for a delicious coffee and cake from the cafe. Approx 1.5 miles.
October
Wednesday 7th October 6pm - Dusky Wildlife & Ghostly Tales Walk to Cogglesford Watermill
Location: Eastgate Car Park
Meet: Eastgate Car Park, near River Slea footbridge, Eastgate, Sleaford, NG34 7DT
Enjoy a gentle evening walk from Eastgate Car Park to Cogglesford Watermill, taking in the calming atmosphere of the River Slea at dusk. There may be chances to notice wildlife settling for the night, but the focus is on a mindfulness, light history, and capturing atmospheric photos in the fading light. Finish with a twilight wander at the mill and a few spooky tales.
Free event (donations welcome).
Booking is essential - numbers limited to 15
Please bring a torch.
Gift and coffee shop open at the end.
November
Thursday 26th November Walking Football at One NK. 10:30am £3pp. Come join us for a walking football session at One NK. Wear suitable clothing and have fun playing this walking sport. Arrive at 10:15am for a 10:30am start. No previous experience needed, just come along and have a go.
December
Sunday 20th December 9am, Morning walk around Whisby.
Join us for a winter morning walk around Whisby followed by the opportunity for a delicious breakfast or morning coffee in the visitor centre cafe.
Meet outside the visitor centre from 8.45am for a 9am start. Approx. 1 mile.
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January
Sunday 21st January 10am. Skellingthorpe to Doddington Hall morning walk. join us for a steady Sunday morning walk to Doddington Hall where we will have the opportunity for a coffee or a quick look around the shops before walking back. Meet outside the Community Centre at 9:45am ready for a 10am start. Approx. 5 miles.
February
Sunday 21st February 10am. Skellingthorpe Woods walk. Join us for a winter mornings walk to Skellingthorpe Woods. Meet at 9:45am for a 10am start in the Community Centre car park. Approx. 4.5miles.
March
Sunday 21st March Wellbeing Walk with Evelyn’s Butterfly Effect. 9am, Whisby Visitor Centre.
Join us for a spring walk around Thorpe Lake at Whisby where you can come along and chat, listen, or just enjoy the walk. Opportunity after the walk for coffee after in the visitor centres cafe. Meet at 8:45am for a 9am start outside the visitor centre. Approx. 3 miles.