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The Sweyn Forkbeard – Gainsborough Old Hall loop from Gainsborough Central

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The Sweyn Forkbeard – Gainsborough Old Hall loop from Gainsborough Central

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The Sweyn Forkbeard – Gainsborough Old Hall loop from Gainsborough Central

01:44

6.84km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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817 m

The Sweyn Forkbeard

Highlight • Other

1.02 km

The Pilgrim Woman Statue

Highlight • Monument

Located on the water’s edge of the River Trent in Gainsborough.
On 10 May 1608, a group of Separatists (mainly women and children) decided to escape from Gainsborough in search …

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5.81 km

All Saints' Church, Gainsborough

Highlight • Historical Site

A Georgian style church with medieval tower and a magnificent interior, the altar piece is a copy of the Da Vinci painting of the Last Supper.

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5.92 km

Gainsborough Old Hall

Highlight • Monument

Gainsborough Old Hall is something of a hidden gem, waiting to be discovered in Gainsborough. Built in 1460, it is one of the largest and best preserved medieval manor houses …

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6.84 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.92 km

1.79 km

1.51 km

607 m

Surfaces

3.19 km

2.74 km

897 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 7 May

17°C

8°C

22 %

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The Sweyn Forkbeard – Gainsborough Old Hall loop from Gainsborough Central

The Sweyn Forkbeard

The Pilgrim Woman Statue

All Saints' Church, Gainsborough

Gainsborough Old Hall

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