Young Deer SOLD OUT

The 1st of our special guided walks that take place in June during the calving season. Explore the park with a Ranger looking for newly born calves & fawns. Learn how to spot them, understand their behaviour whilst keeping a respectful, quiet distance in the beautiful landscape of Bradgate Park.

The walks are over surfaced tracks and grass.
They include rough terrain which is unsuitable for people in wheelchairs.
Not suitable for under 7 years of age.
Dogs are NOT allowed on this walk.
Parking charges do apply and are not included in the ticket price.
These walks in June are limited to a maximum of 15 people.

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This Young Deer Walk is now SOLD OUT.

Event details

Where

Main Park Entrance , Newtown Linford Car Park, Bradgate Park, Newtown Linford, Leicestershire., LE60HB

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When

Start: 6^th June, 2026 at 9:00am

End: 6^th June, 2026 at 11:00am

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