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    COVID-19 Notice

    Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood and all car parks, our Estate Office, Tearooms, Visitor Centre, Memorial Wood, and Toilets are now closed until further notice. Certain events have been cancelled and all events until the end of April postponed (subject to review). Find out more. Read more

Visit Bradgate Park

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.

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Visit Swithland Wood

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.

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Welcome to the website of The Bradgate Park Trust

The educational and heritage charity that cares for Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood, some of Leicestershire’s best-loved areas of countryside.

Donate

Help support the work of the Bradgate Park Trust to protect and share Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood now and for future generations.

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Volunteer

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!

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Support Our Work

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.

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Education and Learning Activities For Schools

A summary of our educational activities and modules for school visits and guidance for visiting schools.

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Latest events

  • Thank you for visiting our Events Page

    Welcome to the 2020 Events Page, thank you for visiting. Many people visit the Park as is it a beautiful place at any anytime of the year and as a natural environment it changes daily. Please open this event up to find a little more about the Park Read more

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    Location: Deer Barns, Bradgate Park, Deer Barn, Bradgate Park, Leicester, LE6 0HE

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  • *** Postponed (new date soon)**** The History of Bradgate Park

    Bradgate Park is steeped in history – from its Norman beginnings as a hunting park to the building of Bradgate House, home of Lady Jane Grey in the early 1500s and beyond. Read more

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    Location: Bradgate Park, Newtown Linford Car Park, Bradgate Park, Newtown Linford, Leicestershire., LE6 0HB

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  • *** Postponed (new date soon)**** Woodland and Veteran Trees Walk

    An off the beaten track walk, discovering some of the ancient oak and sweet chestnut trees across the Park; some over 500 years old. Read more