Spires and Steeples Arts and Heritage Trail
A long distance path of 25 miles in Lincolnshire, the trail begins at Lincoln Cathedral and ends at St Denys Church, Sleaford. In-between it visits a number of towns and villages of the region, each with churches that have their own eye-catching spires or steeples. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.
Google Maps Open Source MapsStatistics and Files
Start: Lincoln Cathedral
Grid Ref: SK977719
Distance: 25 miles (40 km)
Climbing: 129 metres
Walk time: 10-13 hours
Days: 2-3
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)
Summary:
From Lincoln running south to Sleaford the Spires and Steeples Arts and Heritage Trail across the East Midlands District of North Kesteven was put together to make it easier for visitors and residents to find their way from village to village to discover their artistic and historical treasures of the region. The name refers to the Spires of churches being the landmarks to which visitors make their way and to the rural sport of Steeple Chasing. Indeed there is an annual challenge event which follows the route. The route which begins at Lincoln Cathedral ends at St Denys's Church, Sleaford and in between the route visits Washingborough, Heighington, Branston, Potterhanworth, Nocton, Dunston, Metheringham, Blankney, Scopwick, Rowston, Digby, Dorrington, Ruskington, Haverholme Priory and Holdingham Mill.
Useful Links:
Spires and Steeples Website
Lincolnshire County Council
Long Distance Walkers Association
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