In Sedgehill, two specific interests can take centre stage during a stay: walking routes and church history. For walking plans, options range from a section of St Bartholomew's Way to a route that can be completed over several days. The Sedgehill Loop offers a different focus, with its circular route around the village. These differences can help with planning: consider whether you would like to include a shorter section or set aside more time for a longer walk.
Walking routes: from a section to a multi-day walk
St Bartholomew's Way follows public footpaths and avoids roads where possible. The full route is about 22 miles long and can be walked over several days. For a shorter walk, there is the approximately 2.6-mile Sedgehill section, for which a walking time of about one hour is given. This time is a guide, as conditions can affect the actual walking time.
The Sedgehill Loop is an approximately 3-mile circular route around the village and follows a relatively quiet road. This offers a choice of different route types: for the St Bartholomew's Way section, both the approximate distance and an estimated walking time are given; for the Loop, its length and circular route provide guidance. Routes and conditions may change, so check the latest route information before your walk.
Church history and historical details
St Catherine's Church in Sedgehill was dedicated to Saint Catherine in 1395. The church offers views to the north. Several building phases are recorded for the Church of St Katherine in Sedgehill: it is a Grade II* listed Anglican parish church, with fabric dating from the 14th, 15th and 17th centuries and a restoration in 1882. Its tower was built in the early 16th century. These different dates offer a closer look at the building’s history, rather than reducing it to a single date.
The Sedgehill churchyard cross is also part of the village’s historical character: it is designated a Scheduled Monument. Along with the information about the church’s history, it provides another specific point of interest for travellers interested in history and architectural heritage. When planning, you can treat walking routes and historical sites as separate areas of interest without needing to plan a longer walking holiday.
Getting there and practical planning
There is no regular or convenient public transport in the area of the St Bartholomew's Way Sedgehill section. So check local transport connections before travelling. There is parking in the adjoining lane next to the Church of St Katherine. As parking arrangements may change, check the situation before you travel. This information is particularly useful when planning your walking time and deciding how to reach the start of your walk.
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