Act of Remembrance Walk
Come and join our rangers on this Remembrance Day Walk, exploring local military history.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Come and join our rangers on this 8km Remembrance Day Walk and enjoy a short tour of the WW1 Machine Gun Site, visit the Commonwealth War Graves at Londonthorpe, ascend Bellmount Tower to learn about its role in the war, and chat about the original Home of the RAF Regiment.
Itinerary: Leave Londonthorpe Woods Car Park. Arrive Londonthorpe Church – 2.5k. Act of Remembrance Service. Refreshments (Small donation to the church required). Leave the Church and head towards Bellmount Tower – 1.6k. Arrive and enter the Tower – 20-mins chat. Leave Tower for hospital ruins – deer sanctuary - 1.7k. Arrive Hospital ruins. Arrive Londonthorpe Car Park 1k.
Belton Estate was vital for preparing the Armed Forces fighting skills. Two Units, in particular, were: the Machine Gun Corp (MGC) and the RAF Regiment.
Unlike the wilderness of Dartmoor or Catterick, Belton had its own challenges. Soldiers trained for a war and adapted for current operations. Combat skill proficiency and expertise can make the difference between winning and losing. Being the best was essential.
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The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Grass, muddy, rutted paths, and sloping ground. There are two stiles to negotiate.
- Meeting point
Please meet at Londonthorpe Woods Car Park. What Three Words: differ//resides//research
- Suitability for children
12+
- What to bring and wear
Walking boots or walking shoes will be required. Wet weather clothing is advisable. Please bring some water.
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