It's Back for 2025!!
There are so many ways to get involved and be part of the fun!
- Set up a stall—be it crafty, foodie, or anything to showcase your small business, charity, group or organisation.
- Join us as a volunteer to soak up the atmosphere,
- Partner with us as a sponsor to promote your business,
- Or booking your tickets to walk a route.
However you choose to join, we’d love to have you be part of an amazing weekend!
The 44th International Waendel Walk is taking place from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 May 2025 at Castle Theatre – the start and finish point of all the walks.
Online tickets available until 5pm Thursday 8th May 2025.
For more information, please contact us via email: [email protected].
This event is organised by Wellingborough Town Council and supported by the Waendel Walk Working Group.
Don’t forget!
- Family tickets available – 1 Adult and 3 children or 2 Adults and 2 Children.
- Pre-Order your Polo Shirts.
- Road Routes available.
- Tickets will be available to purchase in person from 12pm on Friday 9th May 2024 in the Castle Theatre main hall.
- The bar will be open during the weekend in The Castle Theatre, please note that they only accept payment by card.
- Ticket prices include VAT.
Book your walks
Please read the Terms and Conditions before booking your tickets or taking part.
Please note the designated start times below, dependant on the route you wish to walk.
Return to the Castle Theatre no later than 5:30pm.
Route distances stated on promotional material are approximate and may be longer or shorter by up to 20%.
Actual distances are stated on the route descriptions.
Friendship Walk
- 5km, start time between 6pm and 6:30pm
- 10K, start time between 6pm and 6:30pm
- 5km, 10am start, latest start time 12noon
- 10km, 9:30am start, latest start time 12 noon
- 15km, 9am start, latest start time 12 noon
- 25km, 8am start, latest start time 11am
- Road Route, 8am start, latest start time 11am
- 42km, 7am start, latest start time 9am
- 5km, 10am start, latest start time 12noon
- 10km, 9:30am start, latest start time 12 noon
- 15km, 9am start, latest start time 12 noon
- 25km, 8am start, latest start time 11am
- Road Route, 8am start, latest start time 11am
- 42km, 7am start, latest start time 9am
Step into Adventure – Experience the Magic of the Waendel Walk!
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🌟 Calling all community champions! 🌟
🚶♂️ Are you passionate about promoting health and well-being in our community? Do you enjoy being part of exciting events that bring people together for a good cause? 🚶♀️
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us for the upcoming Waendel Walk and support with sales admin or marshalling! 🌳 Whether you’re a seasoned event volunteer or looking to get involved for the first time, we welcome you to be part of this incredible experience.
📋 Sales Admin Volunteers:
– Assist with merchandise sales and distribution.
– Provide friendly customer service to participants.
– Help maintain a smooth and organized sales process.
🚧 Marshalling Volunteers:
– Ensure the safety and guidance of participants along the walking routes.
– Offer encouragement and support to walkers.
– Assist with any logistical needs throughout the event.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our community while having a blast! Plus, you’ll get to be part of one of the most iconic walking events in our region. 🏅
If you’re interested in lending a helping hand and being part of the Waendel Walk magic, please complete this form.
Let’s make this year’s event the best one yet. 🎉 Together, we can make a difference
Calling all local businesses, artisans, and community groups!
We invite you to be a part of the vibrant atmosphere at this year’s Waendel Walk on the 10th and 11th of May 2025.
Showcase your products, services, or talents by securing a stall at our event.
It’s a fantastic opportunity to engage with a diverse audience, connect with the community, and contribute to the lively spirit of the Waendel Walk.
Whether you offer delectable treats, unique crafts, or interactive activities, we welcome your participation.
Don’t miss the chance to be a highlight of this exciting event – reserve your stall now and join us in creating lasting memories for all attendees!
If you would like to have a stall at the Waendel Walk please complete an application form and email it to [email protected].
Download a form today.
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Camping and Hotel Information
We are delighted to have availabilty for walkers to camp with tents, RV’s or Campervans at the Old Grammarians Sports Field, Sywell Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 6BS.
Camping is only permitted between Friday 9th – Monday 12th May 2025.
No commercial or twin-axel vehicles are permitted.
Our grass pitches are approximately 5m x 5m, are for guests staying in tents, and will need to accommodate your tent and any extras including awnings and/or gazebos.
No vehicles are allowed on the grassed area with your tent. All items must be carried to your pitch.
RV’s or campervans must be under 6m in length in the hard standing area.
Please ensure you size up your setup to ensure you have enough space otherwise you may need to book two pitches.
There are no electric hook-ups available on site.
Please read the full terms and conditions before making your booking.
To book your RV or Campervan please visit the dedicated page.
To book yout Tent, please visit the dedicated page.
**Please note that there are no camping facilities available at Chester House for the Waendel Weekend.**
Nearest hotels include:
- The Hind Hotel,
- Premier Inn,
- Travelodge,
- Columbia Hotel.
Road Closure Information
Saturday 10th May 2025, 8:30am – 4pm – TTRO(24/25)N925
Sunday 11th May 2025, 8:30am – 4pm – TTRO(24/25)N926
Wellingborough Town Council has been granted permission for temporary road closures during the upcoming Waendel Walk Weekend.
These closures are necessary to ensure the safety of walkers participating in the event, particularly in areas where there is no access to a footpath.
A professional traffic management company will be contracted to implement and oversee the closures. They will ensure that correct signage is in place both before and during the event to clearly advertise the closures. Additionally, traffic management staff will be present at each closure point throughout the day to manage the flow of traffic and assist residents and businesses.
Notices will be placed on lampposts, and leaflets will be posted near affected streets closer to the event date to keep residents informed.
While these closures are in effect, only residents and their visitors, and those requiring access to businesses within the affected areas will be permitted entry. Drivers will be advised to proceed with due care and attention, as there will be walkers present on the road.
The closures may not remain in place for the entire duration of the time granted. Roads will only be closed when walkers are present to ensure minimal disruption.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring the safety of all participants.
If you have any questions or require further information, please do nt hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
Thank you for your support in making this event a success.
Parking
Parking will be available in the Swansgate Multi Storey Car Park, Commercial Way, Wellingborough, NN8 1EY from 7:30am Friday 9th May throughout the weekend until 6:30pm Monday 12th May.
Please note that cars are left at your own risk.
Accessible parking is available at the Castle Theatre Car Park. Blue Badges will be required.
Routes
The Waendel Walk track and field routes encompass the natural beauty of North Northamptonshire Countryside and the Nene Valley.
Along the walks you’ll visit country parks, quaint villages and use the new bridge to access Chester House Estate.
There are different routes for the Saturday and Sunday.
Route maps and descriptions are available to those that have registered. Collect them with your start cards from the Castle Theatre on the day.
Saturday:
Please arrive at the designated start times dependant on the route you wish to walk and return to the Castle Theatre no later than 5:30pm.
5K Route, following the black arrows – Wheelchair, mobility scooters and buggy accessible – Follows footpaths around the town.
10K Route following the yellow arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Great Doddington and Wilby via fields and footpaths.
15K Route following the yellow and black striped arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Chester House Estate, Great Doddington and Wilby via fields and footpaths.
25K Track and Field Route following the blue arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Irchester, Farndish, Wollaston, Earls Barton, Great Doddington and Wilby via fields and footpaths.
25K Road route following the orange arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Irchester, Farndish, Wollaston, Grendon, Earls Barton, Great Doddington and Wilby roads and footpaths (This route includes a short footpath through a field in Farndish.)
42K Route following the red arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Irchester, Farndish, Wollaston, Bozeat, Easton Maudit, Grendon, Castle Ashby, Cogenhoe, Earls Barton, Great Doddington and Wilby via fields and footpaths.
Sunday:
Please arrive at the designated start times dependant on the route you wish to walk and return to the Castle Theatre no later than 5:30pm.
5K Route, following the black arrows – Wheelchair, mobility scooters and buggy accessible – Follows footpaths around the town.
10K Route following the yellow arrows – Walk around Wellingborough via fields and footpaths.
15K Route following the yellow and black striped arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Hardwick and Little Harrowden via fields and footpaths.
25K Track and Field Route following the blue arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Great Harrowden, Finedon, Irthlingborough and Chester House Estate via fields and footpaths.
25K Road Route following the orange arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Little Harrowden, Orlingbury, Isham, Burton Latimer, Finedon, Great Harrowden via roads and footpaths. This route is accessible for buggy’s and mobility scooters.
42K Route following the red arrows – Walk through Wellingborough, Little Harrowden, Great Harrowden, Finedon, Little Addington, Ringstead, Stanwick Lakes and Chester House via fields and footpaths.
Route maps and descriptions
Route maps and descriptions will be available on the day of your walk when you collect your start cards.
We will have all routes on our Wellingborough Town Trails App that is free to download from your app provider on the day of your walk.
To access the routes via the app, please ask for the password at the time of getting your start cards.
Download the app so you are ready for the password before you get here.
The International Waendel Walk is the only IML Walking Association event in the UK.
There will be IML Walking Association representatives at the event and you will be able to pick up a starter pack if you’re considering becoming an IML Walking Association Walker.
