Central Summer: Up the Hill & Through the Glory Hole
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Join Chris on this 7-mile (11km) walk through Lincoln, a day full of history, open spaces, and some of the city’s most iconic sights. We'll pass through the beautiful Victorian Arboretum, see the impressive Lincoln Cathedral up close, and walk beneath medieval gateways such as Pottergate Arch and Newport Arch. Along the way, there’s plenty of character to enjoy, with cobbled streets, independent shops, and historic pubs, before stopping for a relaxed lunch in the Lincoln Cathedral Cafe.
In the afternoon, we continue through the grounds of Lincoln Castle, past the last surviving windmill on the hilltop, and across Whitton Park and the wide, open expanse of the West Common. The day finishes with a walk along the Foss Dyke Canal, before rounding off at Brayford Pool with a well-earned drink by the water.
For those interested in a Parkrun before the event, the nearest one is at Yarborough Leisure Centre, just 2.5-miles (7 minutes) away.
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What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
You can bring a packed lunch, or eat at one of the cafes in the Bailgate area of the city. Remember to bring plenty of water to stay hydrated throughout the walk.