BESTWOOD COUNTRY PARK/LEEN VALLEY

Gedling Group

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Overview

An enjoyable circular walk on the periphery of Bestwood Country Park through Killarney Park and on farm lanes by fields of alpacas and horses, leading to Mill Lakes in the Leen Valley Country Park. On well-defined forest paths with some ups and downs. No stiles. Dog friendly. Public Toilets off car park. Bring a packed lunch if required.

Sunday, 8 September 2024

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:45 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

OS Map Explorer 260 Nottingham

Features

Toilets available
Dog friendly
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 57179 46370
Nearest postcode:: NG5 8SE
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Bestwood Lodge Drive free car park & toilets, off Queen’s Bower Rd, Arnold (NOT the Winding House carpark at Bestwood village).

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