Events and Guided Walks

The Bradgate Park Trust organise a broad programme of events throughout the year.

This includes events that focus on the landscape, heritage and inspiration offered by Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood.

Events and Eductional Activities

We host showcase events such as outdoor theatre, Acoustic Folk Music Picnic and our annual Proms concert, in the walled Ruins of Bradgate House.

We help people discover more with guided walks that explore the heritage and management of the site from free daily tours (weekdays) from our Visitor Centre, through to a six-hour Ramble with a Ranger.

Working with local creative practitioners and artists we offer sessions including photography and artistic skills, as part of our Bradgate Inspires programme.

We provide educational family-friendly events such as our popular Emergency Services Day and Wildlife Weekend

A copy of our Events and Guided Walks Calendars containing dates, times and other useful information is available here:

Walks and Events -2020

Printed versions are available to take away from various locations on site at the Park. You can also download a pdf of this document by clicking on the image below.

This document is by no means exhaustive, full details and tickets for all the events, walks and educational activities can be viewed from the Events Listing page by clicking here.

Conditions Relating to Sales of Tickets for Events (taken from full Terms and Conditions on this website)

13.1 Refunds & Cancellations

We reserve the right to cancel the event at short notice (24hrs or less) if the property is unsafe due to inclement weather. If this is the case then a full refund will be given.
We reserve the right to cancel the event due to insufficient ticket sales. In this case a full refund will be given.
All tickets are non-transferable (for resale) and non-refundable except for reasons outlined above.

If you are a group who wish to visit for a led tour, or visit to the Visitor Centre as a group, please contact our Estate Office with details to enquire availability and fees.

Latest

Team Anstey-Helping Care for Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood

On sunday 26th April, members of our club will be taking on various challenges to help raise money for our local park.
Advent Torch Procession & Carols

Join us on this gentle stroll through the Park by torch light. The procession will depart from the Newtown Linford Car Park through to the Park to the Bradgate House Ruins.
COVID-19 Notice

Bradgate Park & Swithland Wood access, Tearooms & car parks open. Toilet blocks open (reduced availability). The Visitor Centre closed until further notice. The Deer Barn and Conservatory Tearoom are offering a take limited Take Away service. Estate Office Open Mon-Weds 9-4 only All events until the end of August postponed, or cancelled. Click to visit full page.
Old John Open Day - A Free Event

Come and join our team to learn about Leicestershire's iconic landmark and it's fascintating story.

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.
Getting Here

Details of how to reach Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood, including postcodes, parking details and charges; and a map of visitor access areas
Opening Times

Visiting Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood: Opening times and parking details
Car Park Season Tickets

For regular visitors a Car Park 6 month or year-long Season Ticket offers a low-cost option to pay and display parking when Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood.
Eat, Drink, Shop

Details of tearooms and shop and Ice cream sales as well as the Deer Hut.
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.
Visitor Guidance

When visiting Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood, it is important that certain rules are followed to ensure areas remain safe and clean for everyone to enjoy and protect the heritage in our care. We try to make sure everyone can enjoy these spaces safely. We have a number of bye-laws, policies and guides in place. Help us care for these spaces by following these guidelines.
Events and Guided Walks

Discover more about events and walks hosted by the Bradgate Park Trust
Memorial Wood

Celebrate someone special with a unique Bronze Memorial Oak Leaf at Memorial Wood in the heart of Bradgate Park.
Advice for Dog Owners

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Donate To The Bradgate Park Trust

Help support the work of the Bradgate Park Trust and our caring for the historic and wildlife rich landscapes of Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood. Your help will allow us to develop more projects to conserve and share these rich landscapes and the educational activities we provide. Read more

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