An Introduction to Londonthorpe's Military History Guided Walk
A unique opportunity to discover the military history of Londonthorpe and Bellmount. Visit the war graves at Londonthorpe church and enter Bellmount Tower to capture the scale of contribution to the WWI & WWII war time efforts.
- Booking essential
The National Trust and the Woodland Trust, supported by National Lottery Players through the National Lottery Heritage Fund, are working together to reconnect Grantham to its historic landscape.
Visit the war graves at Londonthorpe Church and explore Bellmount Tower to see the scale of the area's contribution to the war effort during both the First and Second World War.
Booking is essential as places are limited. Distance: 7.5km.
No dogs on this walk. The route includes entering Belton's Deer Sanctuary, where the priority remains keeping the environment solely for the purpose of the deer and grazing sheep.
This walk will start at Londonthorpe Woods car park.
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The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Londonthorpe Wood Car Park, Londonthorpe Ln, Grantham NG31 9SL (free of charge) What3Words location ///differ.resides.research
- What to bring and wear
Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
- Accessibility
This walk includes unsurfaced and uneven ground, meaning it is not wheelchair accessible, and may include stiles.
Upcoming events
July dates: Spotlight on Conservation at Belton House
The popular Spotlight Sessions at Belton have returned! Spend time with our mansion team to see the conservation work they do while the mansion is closed to free flow visitors. July dates.
Belton Gardens Tour
Join one of our garden volunteers for an introduction to the formal gardens, and hear about the history of the Italian and Dutch Gardens.
Nature Walk at Londonthorpe Woods
Learn how to identify common trees and find out why they are so important in an urban environment, while on a guided walk at Londonthorpe Woods. A family friendly and accessible route, where you'll learn about the woodland and it's hidden history.
Grantham Sunset Walks
Have you ever witnessed the sun setting from Bellmount, near Belton House? Why not join one of our Walk Leaders on a leisurely evening walk, and enjoy stunning views while learning about the local wildlife and history.