With three levels of Corporate Membership there are opportunities to help support the Trust's excellent conservation work through annual support. Read more
Celebrate someone special with a unique Bronze Memorial Oak Leaf at Memorial Wood in the heart of Bradgate Park. Read more
The Bradgate Park Trust is committed to protecting and sharing the heritage in our care, now and for future generations. Read more
Bradgate Park is Leicestershire's only Medieval Deer Park to the north of Leicester City. Over 830 acres, steeped in history, teeming with wonderful wildlife, the UK's oldest fossils, 550 red and fallow deer and the childhood home of Lady Jane Grey. Rich in heritage, wildlife and amazing landscapes, Bradgate Park is Leicestershire's favourite day out with two tearoom and free-to-visit Visitor Centre.
Swithland Wood is an attractive and atmospheric area of Ancient Woodland, covering 170 acres. Rich in history and wildlife, it is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The Wood is an important habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species, with rocky outcrops and old quarries.
The educational and heritage charity that cares for Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood, some of Leicestershire’s best-loved areas of countryside.
Help support the work of the Bradgate Park Trust to protect and share Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood now and for future generations.
Volunteering opportunities include conservation projects, helping visitors at the Visitor Centre, guiding walks and tours, assisting with events, school visits and community talks. We have something for everyone!
The Bradgate Park Trust is a registered charity, established by Charles Bennion when he purchased the Estate for the enjoyment of visitors in 1928. We appreciate all help people give us and if you would like to support our work, please get in touch.
A summary of our educational activities and modules for school visits and guidance for visiting schools.
Because the land at Bradgate has never been subject to modern farming methods, traces of its 15,000 year history of human occupation still remain and are now yielding up their secrets to archaeologists. Read more
FREE Bite sized Bradgate History walk. There are so many stories to tell about the Park and this walk will give you a taste of some of them. Read more
The total cost of this event is £6, places must be reserved via download of a non-refundable £1 ticket (remaining balance of £5 is payable on the night ). Please note all guidance for this event and age restrictions. Join us at Bradgate Park for our Star Gazing event with the Leicester Astronomical Society. The event will start promptly at 7.30pm and it is advised people arrive a little before (from 7pm) to be met to walk down. It is suitable for 11 years upwards Read more