Walesby circular walk

Hiya. It's been smashing wandering around the Lincolnshire Wolds with my walking buddies today. We left about 9am, and parked in Walesby, and set off about 10am. The route was given to us by our friend Graham who walks with the local Ramblers group. He said there is a fair bit of elevation in it, which is what Paul likes. There are plenty of gentle rolling hills so not too taxing on the old leg muscles. This is typical of the views, not such a clear day, some mist about, but you can still see a long way.  We followed the Viking Way to Normanby le Wold. 

At Normanby village we took a right turn along a track which took us through a wood at Normanby Dales. Look what we have found, a perfect house just ripe for renovation. Paul inspects the interior. It's well hidden among the undergrowth, a perfect hideaway, and for a few quid it could be tidied up nicely.

Ooh look an open fireplace, plenty of wood in these parts.

I think the chimney stack will need a bit of pointing up, and a few tiles needed on the roof. Mind you, you could leave it open and you have the perfect shower room. 

Nearby is the annexe, this would make a great guest room. Outside lavvy at the back. Wonder how much they want for it, ha ha.

A bit of road walking to Thoresway, then onto a bridleway to Stainton le Vale. Here we are arriving at the church for our lunch break. There was a bit of wind whipping up so we took shelter in the porch. The church wasn't open so we couldn't go inside.

Paul and Paul scoffing their pack ups. Mouths full trying to smile.

I've got a big cheese and lettuce sandwich, too much for one sitting so I save some for later. The rucksack I am using was given to me. It's really comfortable. It's slightly bigger than my usual day sack, this one is better for use in the winter as there is room for extra clothing. 

Onward we trekked, arriving at Stainton Hall. It's a big estate with cottages for the workers. The lawns were all immaculately cut. As we passed the outbuildings a group of men were gathered having a drink.

We went round the back of the Hall past the lake, and into a field. There was a notice saying bulls about, so we were on our guard. Just then one of the 4 x 4 trucks came by us and went off towards a couple of bulls which had strayed from the rest of them. He put his vehicle between us and them. The driver got out and herded them down the bank to join the others. We gave him a cheery wave of thanks.

Next was a bit of road walking, then a track to Risby. We picked up the Viking Way again and came across a deer farm. It looked like quite a big herd. Pity they are going to be killed and eaten.  

Just as we were coming into Walesby we stopped to have a look at the Ramblers Church, also known as All Saints. It stands high up overlooking the village. There are some more photo's of it on this site.

The door was not locked so we had a peep inside. It looks a bit dusty, but according to the web site they have services there and it is looked after by Friends of the Old Church formed in 1980. 

Back at the car Paul did a calculation on his mobile phone gizmo which gave a total of 11.5 miles walked. Not very far but it made a pleasant half a days walk. We were lucky with the weather, it stayed dry. Although there was no sun, there was a welcome fresh breeze to cool us down as we went up and down the hills. It's good to get out of the house in the autumn and see all the lovely warm colours.

Saturday again, hope you have a good weekend. Thanks for popping in. Toodle pip