The Outdoors in Leicester

Altar Stones Lane, Markfield, Leicestershire, LE67 9PX

Get a breath of fresh air and take in the views of Leicestershire's landscape and Charnwood Forest. Why not take along your own picnic made up of delicious local produce!

Egleton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8BT

Rutland Water Nature Reserve offers a host of activities for families and younger children throughout the year. All activities are led by experienced teacher naturalists and provide children with the chance to learn about wildlife.

Beaumanor Drive, Woodhouse, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8TX

Beaumanor Hall is a delightful venue set on the edge of Charnwood Forest in the village of Woodhouse.

Billa Barra Lane, Stanton under Bardon, Markfield, Leicestershire, LE67 9PD

Head to Billa Barra Hill and see magnificent views of Leicestershire. Great for an afternoon of exploration.

Welford Road, Blaby, Leicester, LE18 4FT

Bouskell Park is an attractive area of parkland set on the remains of a medieval village. It is an old Victorian parkland with a pond, grassland and woodland.

Deer Barn Buildings, Bradgate Park, Newtown Linford, Leicestershire, LE6 0HE

Whether you want to explore this 840 acre country park with friends or family for a day enjoying the outdoors or want some peace and tranquility Bradgate Park is a must-visit. Take along a picnic, camera or your walking boots!

Washbrook Lane, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5JJ

Spend the day exploring Brocks Hill Country Park. The children will love playing in sandpits, climbing castles and whizzing down the the large 'wiggly' slide! Take a walk around the park and stop off and enjoy a picnic.

Leicester Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 3DR

Enjoy the outdoors - explore Burbage Common and Woods.

Pitt Lane, The Moor, Coleorton, Leicestershire, LE67 8GE

Enjoy the great outdoors of Leicestershire and The National Forest at Coleorton Wood. This former colliery site has been transformed into woodland.

Anstey Lane, Leicester, LE4 0FJ

Family friendly community farm where visitors can feed animals, see rare breed sheep and cattle.

216 Birstall Road, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 4DG

Visit Holly Hayes where you find out interesting facs about British wildlife.

Woodhouse Lane, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, LE12 8RS

Jubilee Woods was so named to commemorate the Queen’s Silver Jubilee in 1977. There is a phased forestry programme to replace the commercial tree plantation and restock with species native to Charnwood.

Castle Hill, East Leake, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 6LU

A family-friendly attraction with over 25 acres of undercover and outdoor play and adventure areas – Nature Trails; Pirates’ Galleon; Play Fort; Pond Dipping; Go-karts. Meet the donkeys; hold an owl; relax in the café or have a picnic.

Manor Farm, Long Whatton, LE12 5DF

Explore nature trails through Manor Organic Farm. Once you've finished exploring, head to the farm shop for some tasty local produce.

Walk Route: Organic produce

Wymondham Way, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1HX

Explore 140 acres of Melton Park with wildlife lakes, footpathsm trails and childrens play areas.

Nr Lount, Ashby de la Zouch, LE67 8JH

Explore this Local Nature Reserve and discover a wealth of plant and animal life.

Ratby, Leicestershire, LE6 0XZ

Explore 140 hectares of woodland through walkways and circular trails.

Ibstock, Leicestershire, LE67 6NW

Explore this 60 hectare site, where you will find lakes, wildlife and newly planted woodlands.

Newtown Linford Lane, Newtown Linford, Leicestershire, LE6 0HA

Explore this 75 acre wood where you will find young and ancient woodland, and wildflower meadow.

Bond Lane, Mountsorrel, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 7AR

See and touch friendly farm yard animals at Stonehurst Family Farm, collect eggs and visit 'Cuddle Corner.'

Bath Yard, Moira, Swadlincote, Leicesteshire, DE12 6BA

From exciting discovery centres to stately homes, woodland crafts to wildlife watching, cycling to skiing and loads of wet weather options too, The National Forest really does have something for everyone.

Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8RS

Explore the 40.5 hectares of the Outwoods and discover a site of scientific interest.

Vine Lodge, Marston Trussell, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 9TX

Welland Valley Vineyard produces English wines of various styles including the award winning bottle fermented sparkling wine. Visits by appointment only.

Heath Road, Bagworth, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 1DL

A 75 hectare reclaimed colliery site managed by Leicestershire County Council between Bagworth and Thornton.