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Explore idyllic hillsides, heritage trails and woodland habitats right here in the heart of England. With rich history and vibrant displays from nature, there is lots to see and do in Leicestershire’s country parks.

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Trees Surround A PathwayCoppice Practice Training24 November 2024Join us on a practical session to learn about the traditional woodland management technique of coppicing! Dates: Sunday 24 November 2024, Sunday 1 December 2024, Sunday 19 January 2025. 9am-1pm...Bagworth Heath WoodsSave Coppice Practice Training to favourites
Snibston CollierySnibston Colliery Tours30 November 2024Follow in the footsteps and experience the day in the life of a Leicestershire coalminer with guided tours of the historic Snibston CollierySnibston Colliery ParkSave Snibston Colliery Tours to favourites
Outside Shot Of Century TheatreCentury Theatre presents: Cinderella Pantomime7 December 2024The Century Theatre in association with 409 Productions is delighted to be bringing panto back this year, with the most magical fairy tale of all: Cinderella.Century TheatreSave Century Theatre presents: Cinderella Pantomime to favourites
Black and white overhead photo of the Desford Pit buildingBagworth Heath Woods Pit Guided Walk8 December 2024Join us for a guided walk at Bagworth Heath Woods with a local mining historian and learn about the vast mining history of the site! Bagworth Heath Woods has a...Bagworth Heath WoodsSave Bagworth Heath Woods Pit Guided Walk to favourites
Black and white overhead photo of the Desford Pit buildingBagworth Heath Woods Pit Guided Walk8 December 2024Join us for a guided walk at Bagworth Heath Woods with a local mining historian and learn about the vast mining history of the site! Bagworth Heath Woods has a...Bagworth Heath WoodsSave Bagworth Heath Woods Pit Guided Walk to favourites
A group of volunteers and rangers dressed up in PPE including a fluorescent vest and hard hat smile at the camera. Wood logs sit in front of themWoodfuel and woodland management volunteering sessions14 December 2024Join the woodfuel and woodland management group at Beacon Hill Country Park where you can learn all about woodland managementBeacon Hill Country ParkSave Woodfuel and woodland management volunteering sessions to favourites
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A view of Beacon Hill from the trig pointBeacon Hill Country ParkVisit Beacon Hill for magnificent views, woodland walks, and history Livestock Cafe Play area Accessible pathsSave Beacon Hill Country Park to favourites
Bosworth Trail Interpretation Panel Overlooking Landscape Of The ParkBosworth Battlefield Country ParkBosworth Battlefield Country Park is a site of historic and national significance, with a network of trails Accessible paths Benches Cafe Disabled car parkSave Bosworth Battlefield Country Park to favourites
An array of trees surround the bow pool in the summerMarket Bosworth Country ParkMarket Bosworth Country Park is flourishing with wildlife, lakes and ponds, and wildflower meadows Accessible paths Benches Disabled car park Disabled toiletsSave Market Bosworth Country Park to favourites
Young Girl Poses On A Rock Smiling With The Coalville Crossing Behind HerSnibston Colliery ParkA mountain bike trail, nature reserve and heritage trail can all be found at Snibston Colliery Park Cafe Accessible paths Benches Disabled car parkSave Snibston Colliery Park to favourites
King Lear's Statue Sits Atop The LakeWatermead Country ParkWatermead Country Park is a haven for wildlife with nature reserves, lakes and surfaced paths Accessible paths Benches Disabled car park Disabled toiletsSave Watermead Country Park to favourites