The Hillfort Hobble

An eight mile trail run from the village of Somerby outside Melton Mowbray.

Going out on the Leicestershire round path and one of the best five mile strips, we'll see some great rewilding, Dalby woods and the Iron age hillfort of Burrough-Well worth the uphill climb and somewhat of a challenge of the legs and lungs!

Heading back towards Somerby, we branch off on the 10th Battalion trail.The 10th Battalion, the Parachute Regiment, were based in Somerby and the surrounding area for 9 months prior to taking part in the Battle of Arnhem in September 1944. Of the 582 men who landed in occupied Holland 92 were killed, 404 taken prisoner, and only 96 eventually returned to England. The Battalion was dissolved after these disastrous losses.

The finishing point of The Stilton Cheese is recommended, great cask ales, decent food and always nice welcome with external seating in good weather.

My runs are FREE and all are welcome, please be happy with distance, terrain and the possibility of falling over which is not my fault.

You may also like the following events from Rob Beers Coaching & Fitness:

• This Saturday, 17th May, 10:00 am, Bash the Bishop in Cropwell Bishop
• This November, 29th November, 10:00 am, Santas Hat Challenge in Long Eaton
• This December, 14th December, 10:15 am, The Turkey Trek in Tollerton

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