Cropston Reservoir, Bradgate Park and Swithland Woods Circular

This walk is approx 7.5 mile circular. largely a flat walk. Varied terrain with lots of interest.

Bradgate park is well known for the ruins of Lady Jane Grey's residence (Queen for 9 days) and its deer herd. The walk up to Old John gives magnificent views of the surrounding countryside.

You can park in the village of Cropston for FREE. Meet outside the Bradgate Arms Pub on Station Road, Cropston, LE7 7HG at 9.30am ready to leave at 10.00am promptly.

2 toilet stops on route.

After the walk we will go straight to the Badgers Sett Pub in the village of Cropston.

Please note: walks can be quite boggy (especially this time of year).Plese bring suitable footwear and clothing.

We really encourage carpooling so that we can keep car numbers down both for the environment and the carparks. It's also a great way to get to know some people.

Please make sure to bring:
• Sturdy, waterproof walking boots. It can get very muddy and slippy on these walks
•Waterproof clothing, it is England after all
•Warm/cold weather layers. Prepare for all weather
•Enough water for the duration of the walk
•Lunch and snacks as needed. There won't often be places to buy things en route

Etiquette - If you can no longer attend the event, please remember to cancel yours and / or your guests rsvp as we often have people on the waiting list and it means we won't wait around for you either
Please note that the organisers may not have walked these routes before, so bear with us whilst we navigate.

You are joining these walks at your own risk and are fully responsible for yourself and the choices and actions you choose to take at these events.
Meetup charge organisers to run these groups, and therefore, we would appreciate a £1 donation to help toward the cost of the group. Anything extra will go toward maps, apps, and first aid.

Please bring £1 on the walk or pay as a friend payment via PayPal
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Dogs are welcome to join, but please act responsibly, and if walking near livestock, ensure they are on the lead.