Plan your trip

WALK HERE

For a step-by-step guide to a circular route following Stuart’s walk through the Kelmarsh tunnel, see Walk 10 in this issue.

GETTING HERE

The Brampton Valley Way follows the trackbed of the former Northampton to Market Harborough Railway for 14 miles between the two towns, with access points along the route.

WHERE TO EAT, DRINK & STAY

The Bull’s Head in Arthingworth (01858 525637, thebullsheadonline. co.uk) is just off the line on the Brompton Valley Way, and offers doubles with breakfast from £45, plus good pub grub such as 10oz gammon steak for £12.75. In nearby Maidwell, The Stag Inn (01604 686700, the-stag-maidwell.co.uk) has doubles with breakfast from £50. It’s currently offering takeaway (such as fish and chips for £7) as well as eat-in options – booking advised for the latter.

MORE INFORMATION

For general tourist information, go to visitnorthamptonshire.co.uk and for more about the Brampton Valley Way and other green spaces across Northamptonshire, visit northamptonshireparks.co.uk.