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Watch out for the ants in summer!

The area is great, lots of paths and variety, but the route given sticks to busy roads where you have to keep your dog on a lead. It also directs you down a private drive with no public right of way. Come to the area and follow your nose, not this route.

The Fox & Hounds pub in the heart of Harlestone has beautiful interiors, great food, and a relaxing beer garden.

Pleasant little water crossing with the option to go around.

Beautiful 14th century church with a tower dating back to the 12th century.

Great looking coffee stop but unfortunately it was closed when I passed

This tour takes you through Harlestone Firs. I don't know the place very well but it is criss-crossed with a maze of single tracks and well known locally. Last time I tried it just for following the trails I manged to break my chain - expensive day! Anyway you can follow any number of routes through the place or stay there all day. It is, however, very, very busy since Covid so watch out for other riders and pedestrians. I exited the Firs via what appears to be an unofficial path that takes you straight to the roundabout on Harlestone Road, thus avoiding the main road.

The Northamptonshire village of Harlestone has lots to offer walkers and lovers of the outdoors. The village is made up of two settlements, Upper and Lower Harlestone, and has a golf course, a heath and a woodland, Harlestone Firs. Much of the land is owned by the nearby Althorp Estate, the childhood home of Princess Diana.