Resources

We have a number of Fact sheets with background information that are free to download.

Explore Bradgate Educational Resources

Reference sheet 1 - History of the Park - Click here to download

Reference sheet 2 - Lady Jane Grey - Click here to download

Reference sheet 3 - Bradgate after Lady Jane Grey - Click here to download

Reference sheet 4 - Ruins of Bradgate House - Click here to download

Reference sheet 5 - Old John Tower - Click here to download

Reference sheet 6 - The Deer Herd - Click here to download

Reference sheet 7 - Plants, animals and rocks - Click here to download

Reference sheet 8 - The War Memorial - Click here to download

Educational and life-long learning programmes at Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood are supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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Latest

Hazel Walking Stick Workshop Sat 28th April

A new opportunity at Bradgate Park! Join Ian Varley from Rustic Carpentry, for a weekend of sessions to make your own hazel walking stick from hazel cut from Swithland Wood. Sessions last 90 minutes There are three sessions available throughout the day
After the Volcanoes geology walk

Bite sized Bradgate geology walk- After the Volcanoes. Did you know that Bradgate Park was once a desert? If you would like to find out more, come along to this walk.
After the Volcanoes geology walk

Bite sized Bradgate geology walk- After the Volcanoes. Did you know that Bradgate Park was once a desert? If you would like to find out more, come along to this walk.
After the Volcanoes geology walk

Bite sized Bradgate geology walk- After the Volcanoes. Did you know that Bradgate Park was once a desert? If you would like to find out more, come along to this walk.

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, 400 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.
Memorial Wood

Celebrate someone special with a unique Bronze Memorial Oak Leaf at Memorial Wood in the heart of Bradgate Park.
Events and Guided Walks

Discover more about events and walks hosted by the Bradgate Park Trust
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.
Vehicle Access Scheme and Coach Parties

A summary of vehicle access to Bradgate Park
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.

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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