Rutland Walking Festival

2012 Dates: Sunday 20th May - Saturday 2nd June

More information will be put here when it becomes available, but so far it is thought that the first week (20-26th May) will offer a variety of different length walks at different times and locations around Rutland. The second week (27 May - 2 June) will offer the 7 sections of the Rutland Round over those 7 days.

The BIG Launch will be on Sunday 20th May at Ketton Sports Association.

Walk the Rutland Round in 7 days - starting Sunday 27th May, complete this 64 mile route in 7 linear sections throughout the week.

Rutland 4 Rutland - a charity walk setting off from Greetham. Raising money for the Air Ambulance and other local charities, this event promises to offer a great atmosphere, with music and refreshments at Greetham Community Centre throughout the day: www.walk4rutland.org.uk

Keep checking for more 2012 details, or if you would like to be one of the first to know, email us at tourism@rutland.gov.uk.

Last year.....

The 2011 Rutland Walking Festival was a huge success. The weather stayed fine and lots of people got out and about in the Rutland countryside and discovered new people and places, plus enjoyed a cold pint at the end of it!

Previously known as Rutland Walking Week, Rutland Walking Festival offers excellent walking routes throughout the county. Rutland is such a beautifully rural area, especially if you appreciate walks with stunning views and an interesting history.

Walk the Rutland Round in 7 days - 22nd to 28th May:

With the author of this popular route as your knowledgeable guide, walk the 65 mile circular route in  linea 7 sections, taking you around Rutland's border, and also bringing you in to see the features of Oakham, Uppingham and Rutland Water. 

Sunday May 22nd - Walk for Rutland event:

The Rotary Club of Rutland is hosting a charity walk setting off from Greetham. Raising money for the Air Ambulance and other local charities, this event promises to offer a great atmosphere, with music and refreshments at Greetham Community Centre throughout the day. Walkers are invited to start the 6 mile route anytime between 9.30am to 11am - there is also an 8 1/5 mile alternative. This route includes areas of Exton Park which are usually not open to the public. For more information and to download a sponsorship form, view their website: www.walk4rutland.org.uk

Sunday 29th May - Sunday Spectacular:

Join us in Ketton for the launch of the second week, celebrating the start of National Family Week and giving us a taste of the great walks available for the next 6 days. There will be numerous lead walks available from the Ketton Sports Association of different lengths, plus there will be refreshments available throughout the day.

The second week offers a range of health walks (maximum of 1hour long) and more substantial walks ranging from 3 to 11 miles and as it's half term, there will be lots of family friendly routes and activities. 

Things to Remember for a Safer Walk

• Be prepared! Wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear, and take refreshments.
• Respect the countryside. Take care in crops and be considerate of livestock, fastening all gates.
• Take care when crossing or walking on roadways (walk facing oncoming traffic).
• Dogs are welcome but must be kept under close control at all times
• Select walks that are within your physical capability
• Remember to take nothing but photos and leave nothing but footprints!

All walks will end where they began, please arrive 10 minutes before the stated start time. Walk leaders reserve the right to modify the routes