Barry Thomas, Author at Ticknall Life

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Knowle Hill Cottage. Photo: ©Copyright Barry Thomas

Ticknall, Milton and Seven Spouts

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This Ticknall walk is from the publication “South Derbyshire Walks” by Melbourne Civic Society (2011). Start/Parking: Ticknall Village Hall.Distance: 6.25 miles.Terrain: Easy.Refreshments: Village

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