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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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Extracted Concrete Sits In Blocks In Front Of The LakeWatermead Country Park parkrun9 November 2024A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!Watermead Country ParkSave Watermead Country Park parkrun to favourites
Trees Surround A PathBeacon Hill Country Park parkrun9 November 2024A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!Beacon Hill Country ParkSave Beacon Hill Country Park parkrun to favourites
Two People Feed Ducks Next To The PondMarket Bosworth Country Park parkrun9 November 2024A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!Market Bosworth Country ParkSave Market Bosworth Country Park parkrun to favourites
Trees Surround A PathwayWoodfuel Sessions16 November 2024The Conservation Volunteers will be running Community Woodfuel Days this winter at Bagworth Heath WoodsBagworth Heath WoodsSave Woodfuel Sessions to favourites
Snibston CollierySnibston Colliery Tours – A Coal Miner’s Story.17 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 – A Coal Miner’s Story. 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
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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