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Walesby & Claxby loop — Lincolnshire Wolds

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Walesby & Claxby loop — Lincolnshire Wolds

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Walesby & Claxby loop — Lincolnshire Wolds

02:24

8.75km

140m

Hiking

Embark on the Walesby & Claxby loop for a moderate hike through the classic hill country of the Lincolnshire Wolds. This 5.4-mile (8.8 km) route, typically taking 2 hours and 24 minutes, guides you across open farmland, through gentle valleys, and into pockets of woodland. You will encounter a mix…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Lincolnshire Wolds AONB

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Parking

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1.90 km

View of the Lincolnshire Wolds Between Walesby and Claxby

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This is such a gorgeous section of walking high up in the wolds where hills fold over each other and the views stretch as far as the eye can see.

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6.72 km

Claxby Byway

Highlight • Trail

This scenic byway located in the Lincolnshire Wolds between Claxby and Walesby provides the perfect location for a picturesque walk through rolling countryside. The autumnal colours are especially delightful, to be enjoyed between the months of September and November.

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8.75 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.30 km

2.83 km

2.17 km

327 m

119 m

Surfaces

3.30 km

2.83 km

2.04 km

582 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Saturday 5 September

23°C

10°C

29 %

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View of the Lincolnshire Wolds Between Walesby and Claxby

Claxby Byway

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