Christmas and New Year Walks
Somerby Festival of Walking is offering two sociable walks over the festive period. These are guided, free-to-join walks for anyone who is on their own over Christmas or with family or friends and would enjoy some fresh air and a good walk with like-minded people. Details of the dates, times and routes are set out below.
We have tried to be clear about the distance of each walk, the time it might take, the stiles and obstacles that may be encountered along the way. But in the end it is for you to be sure that you only sign up for walks that you are comfortable you can do; the guides have volunteered to lead walks, but they are not responsible for checking that you are fit enough, appropriately dressed or otherwise capable of completing these walks. Please read and be aware of our Terms and Conditions before booking to join any walk.
Walks can be booked by visiting the 'Book' page and following the instructions there. Online booking will close at the end of the day before the walk departs.
Follow the Somerby Festival of Walking Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2097462610441179
Christmas Walk
Tuesday 29th December 2026
Depart 10 am
7.5 miles (approx 3.5 hours walking)
Departing from All Saints Church Somerby, we will head down to Burrough and Twyford, going under the John O'Gaunt viaduct and back to Somerby.
There are stiles on this route on the path between Burrough and Twyford. Well behaved dogs are welcome, although they must be on leads in livestock areas. There will be mud - please dress accordingly!
We will find a spot for a short picnic refreshment stop, so please bring whatever drink or snack you would like.
There will be tea, coffee and cakes available on our return to Somerby Church.
The walk is free of charge but please bring a little cash as donations to the Church Restoration Fund would be very much appreciated.
New Year Walk
Friday 1 January 2026
Depart 9.15 am
5 miles (approx 2.5 hours walking)
Departing from Somerby Memorial Hall Car Park, we will start down Newbold Lane before cutting across the dairy farm (cows will not be out at this time of year), follow the path through Owston Grange Farm before taking the track over to Owston and back along Newbold Lane to return to the Hall.
There are stiles on this route on the path between Owston and Newbold Lane. Well behaved dogs are welcome, but must be on leads through livestock areas. There will be mud - please dress accordingly!
The First Thursday coffee morning (delayed until Friday to coincide with New Year) at Somerby Memorial Hall will be waiting for us when we get back, serving excellent coffee and the first cake of 2026!
The walk is free of charge but please bring cash if you will be joining us for coffee and cake (proceeds to Somerby Church and Somerby Memorial Hall).