30/10/026 Walking from the Dovecote Narborough along Whistle Way

We walked from The Dovecote, up to Whistle Way in Enderby towards Seine Lane then turned around and walked back to the Dovecote for lunch. 

Our walking friend now living in Devon was visiting this weekend and joined us for our walk.

Unfortunately, four of our walkers couldn't join us today for health reasons, our best wishes to you all for a speedy recovery.

Whistle Way is an elevated walk along the old railway line, away from busy traffic and noise and at this time of year, there's lots of autumn colour to appreciate.

Everyone enjoyed the lunch and atmosphere at the Dovecote.

It was a beautiful day and it was so nice to see our friend again.

23/10/2026 Walking from Jennos to Narborough.

 

Well, the weather forecast was heavy rain at 10.30 then there was to be a gap for approx. 1 hour, just clouds and 40 mph winds. So off we set on a quick walk out of Jennos at Carlton Park around Narborough then back to Jennos cafe.

Going through places people don't usually walk, the back alley-ways of Narborough.

Making our way to the bye pass through Narborough and Enderby.

Crossing the first section then over the main part the dual carriage way. This takes a bit of time because there are three sets of lights and a lot of talking walkers.

All safely over and heading off back to Jennos for coffee tea etc.

Amazingly, the weather had settled and we enjoyed sunshine on the patio.

Wonder what all those boxes of cake are for.

The surprise of the morning - a 75th birthday was celebrated with cakes and a rousing chorus of happy birthday.

                                            

Well not surprising, all the cakes disappeared.

Great morning, loved the company and looking forward to next week's lunch date at the Dovecote.

16/10/2026 Blaby to Everards Meadows. short walk due to weather forecast.

Walking from Blaby to Everards Meadows we started off with only 5 walkers. Seems everybody has gone on holiday.

Boats moored up in the centre because of a lack of water in the canals also vandalism when lock gates have been deliberately opened and the water left to flow out.

 

On our way along the old Great Central railway.

Meeting one of our fellow walkers who joined us on the walk.

The water levels were well down.

Dried up canal beds needing a lot of rain.

All seated at the beer hall at Everards Meadows and the sun got out. Three more walking members joined us then we were nine persons in total.

The wife of one of our walkers unexpectantly joined us too - sorry not in the picture.

On our way back and the sun is still shining - pleased to say it looks like the weather men got it completely wrong.

Another good day, not so far for a walk but good for socialising and meeting friends.

See you all next week.

9/10/2026 Walk around Thornton Resevoir & Forest Hill Golf Club.

Getting ready for the off after a lot of parking issues. Some had to park in the village at the top of the hill.  

 Nice day for a walk
 

Good views across the reservoir.

The path around the reservoir is in excellent condition. 

Walking across the dam.

              

Up to the golf club which we understand is in administration.  Hopefully, all will be well for them - and for us as they're very friendly and can always accommodate us.

Nice walk, not so many photos this week, must be holiday time.