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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
Geology of Bradgate Guided Walk - Charnwood Volcanoes

Did you know that there were volcanoes in Charnwood millions of years ago? If you would like to find out more, come along to our “Charnwood Volcanoes” walk to find out the impact they had on the geology of the upper Park.
Treasure Island - Family Theatre Friday Morning

It’s pirate ships and salty old sea dogs for Summer 2020 in Quantum Theatre’s swashbuckling new adaptation of the classic pirate adventure, Treasure Island. Bursting with buccaneers, brouhaha and dastardly double dealings this lively new adaptation delivers an action-packed adventure for the whole family.
Treasure Island - Family Theatre Friday Afternoon

It’s pirate ships and salty old sea dogs for Summer 2020 in Quantum Theatre’s swashbuckling new adaptation of the classic pirate adventure, Treasure Island. Bursting with buccaneers, brouhaha and dastardly double dealings this lively new adaptation delivers an action-packed adventure for the whole family.

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

Rules, maps, PSPO

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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