Starting from Ferry Lane head towards the river.
Turn right through the gate before the bridge and follow the public footpath along the bank top of the South Delph.
Continue along the delph side for 3/4 mile until you come to a bridge spanning the stream to the right.
This leads to the Washingborough Recreation Ground.
Over the bridge turn left and follow the footpath around the edge of the playing fields.
Keep to the field edge until you reach the Community Centre.
Join the footpath and head back along Main Road through the village as far as the Methodist Church.Turn right through Chapel Yard and continue on the public footpath towards the delph. Turn left along the bank back to Ferry Lane.
Brisk walking is an ideal way to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. It also makes you healthier all round and gives you more energy to do the things you enjoy in life.
If you are not used to exercise it is important to take it slowly at first and build up your fitness gradually. Aim to walk for at least 20 minutes two or three times a week.
Check your body - make sure that your heart is beating faster than usual, but not racing, your breathing is deeper and more rapid than usual, but not uncontrolled. If you can talk to someone easily while walking, you are exercising at the right level.
If you have any of these symptoms while walking: pain, unusual fatigue, dizziness, feel sick or unwell - STOP! If the symptoms are persistent, or come back later, or if you are worried about them, see your doctor.
Be kind to your skin - the warmth of the sun can make us feel happy, healthy and relaxed. Enjoy these good feelings without the ill effects of over-exposure. Avoid the midday sun, use sunscreens, cover up with loose clothing and a wide brimmed hat.
Footwear - you don't need any special equipment for walking, just a good pair of strong and comfortable shoes, which support your heels and arches.
Safety - if walking in the dark, make sure you can be seen. Try to find someone to accompany you. If walking alone try to let someone know where you are going and what time you expect to return. Walkers using this leaflet do so at their own risk.
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