We are the Sutton Coldfield Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Barbara T.
An easy walk (with a couple of gentle inclines) of around 8 miles with varied scenery and outstanding views over Charnwood Forest and the surrounding Leicestershire countryside. Starting from the attractive village of Woodhouse Eaves, we cross Lingdale golf course following the Leicestershire Round to Bradgate Deer Park. We walk alongside the River Lin, passing the remains of Bradgate House, then Cropstone Reservoir. At the end of the park we enter a beautiful area of mixed woodland - Swithland Wood - following the National Forest Way, passing the remains of slate quarry workings. Leaving the wood, we return along the road to Woodhouse Eaves. There are no stiles.
Guests please contact the walk leader if you would like to join this walk.
We are sorry, but only assistance dogs are permitted on our walks.
Meet at Wyndley Swimming Pool car park 08:45 for car sharing. Directions to Woodhouse Eaves Village Hall, 50 Main Street (35 miles, 45 minutes): Take the M42 N, exit Junction 13 onto A42 for 5.5 miles., at the roundabout, take the 4th exit onto Ashby Road A512. Continue to follow A512. After 3.5 miles, turn right onto Charley Road. After 3.8 miles, turn left onto Beacon Road. In 1.8 miles, turn right onto Main Street. Car park on left, or park on nearby roads.
