With its pretty undulating countryside, Northamptonshire is one of the gems in Britain’s countryside.
In and around Northampton are a series of walks – perfect for a quiet stroll or a more vigorous hike for fitness buffs.
Here, we count down the ten best walks and hikes around town as chosen by active route planning website Komoot, which has detailed maps and pictures available on its site.
1. Ten best hikes and walks around Northampton
We look at ten walks and hikes around Northampton selected by trail website Komoot Photo: Google Streetview
2. Delapre Abbey loop from Far Cotton
This walk is just over two miles long and encompasses a walk from Delapre Abbey around its nearby lake Photo: Google Streetview
3. River Nene narrowboat moorings loop from Blackmills
This walk from Brackmills around the River Nene's moorings takes a little over three and a half miles and is suitable for fitness beginners Photo: Google Streetview
4. Upton Mill loop from Pineham village
This walk from Pineham village loops around the field of Upton Mill and is just under two miles in length Photo: Google Streetview