Belvoir Castle Estate Walk

At a Glance

Distance

14.5 km (9.0 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

5 hr

Walk Type

Historic, Canal

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

Moderate

Livestock Risk

High

Facilities

Castle cafe and toilets when the estate is open; nothing else on the route itself.

Parking

Main Belvoir Castle car park at NG32 1PE with a small all-day charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Belvoir Castle Estate Walk dog friendly?

  Yes, dogs are welcome throughout the route, which earns a solid 7/10 for dog friendliness. The walk takes in canal towpath, estate woodland, and open farmland, giving plenty of variety for you and your dog to enjoy together.

• Can dogs be off lead at Belvoir Castle Estate Walk?

  Dogs can be let off lead on the quieter canal sections and in the estate woodland, which makes for some lovely free-running stretches. That said, leads are essential across the grazing fields, and there are plenty of these along the route, stocked with livestock year round, so you'll want to keep that in mind.

• What should I know before visiting Belvoir Castle Estate Walk with my dog?

  The route is long and mostly on grass and field tracks, so it's worth coming prepared for a decent outing. Parking is at the main Belvoir Castle car park (NG32 1PE) for a small all-day charge, and the only facilities — a café and toilets — are at the castle itself and only available on open days, so it's worth checking ahead and bringing your own water and snacks for both you and your dog.

Belvoir Castle, Grantham

52.8954, -0.7840