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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 parkrun27 July 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 parkrun27 July 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 parkrun27 July 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
Lake Surrounded By Wildlife And Nesting PodsFree Guided Dragonfly Walk28 July 2024Join Ian Merrill, dragonfly expert, to spot these majestic creatures, around the fishing lakes at Bagworth Heath.Bagworth Heath WoodsSave Free Guided Dragonfly Walk to favourites
Snibston CollierySnibston Colliery Tours – A Coal Miner’s Story.3 August 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
Trees Surround A PathBeacon Hill Country Park parkrun3 August 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 parkrun3 August 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
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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 Park Aspect Ratio 2000 900Bosworth 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
Market Bosworth Country Park Aspect Ratio 2000 900Market 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 Her Aspect Ratio 2000 900Snibston 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 Lears Statue Sits Atop The Lake Aspect Ratio 2000 900Watermead 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