Hixon Walks & Route Maps

This first route from the village of Hixon is not the prettiest of walks, but it is one that is interesting if you are into military history.

The walk basically takes you out of the village to the north and then on a loop around an old disused RAF airfield. The station, with it's now derelict runways, was operational in 1942 and sent many Wellington Bombers on night raids during the second world war.

There is a nice pub opposite the car park for refreshments after your historical journey.

The second route is the prettier walk option from this location and it takes you out on a varied walking adventure in the countryside to the South of the village of Hixon.

If you head clockwise it first takes you on a long and steadily uphill walk along a quiet county road called 'Egg Lane' that eventually develops into some rewarding views as you walk.

You then loop around and stroll through some more lovely open countryside before eventually reaching the Trent & Mersey Canal for a bit of peaceful canalside walking before heading back along the roadside path back into the village.

You do have to cross a busy road a couple of times on the route so please be careful here, and there is a pub opposite the car park for refreshments after your walk.