River guided walk at Belton Estate
This classic river walk along the River Witham on Belton Estate, with its intimate scenery, woods, fields, wildlife and the river itself, provides the perfect excuse to leave the car and enjoy the wonderful backdrop of Belton Estate.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Join our volunteer Ranger led walk across the estate to discover many hidden stories from the past and learn about some of the wildlife that calls Belton Park home.
This classic river walk along the River Witham on Belton Estate, with its intimate scenery, woods, fields, wildlife and the river itself, provides the perfect excuse to leave the car and enjoy the wonderful backdrop of Belton Estate.
As we walk, we will chat about Ratty from Wind in the Willows and the predators that are making his life difficult, bats that feed off the river, the conservation work we have undertaken, and of course, the deer.
Please note, no dogs on this walk.
Up to 2 hours - distance, 3.3Km.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Over 8 years of age.
- Meeting point
Please meet at Belton's Information and Accessibility Hub.
- What to bring and wear
Walking boots or walking shoes. Wet weather clothing is advisable.
- Accessibility
This event is on surfaced and unsurfaced uneven ground, meaning it is not wheelchair accessible. Grass, muddy, rutted paths, and sloping ground. There are no stiles.
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