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Bradgate Calendars

The NEW Calendar for 2022 is now available to purchase online. Produced by the Bradgate Rotary Club in Partnership with Bradgate Park Trust.
Autumn Photography Walk

Experienced members of the Leicester Forest Photographic Society will be leading this photo walk. The walk will follow an escarpment taking in the varied woodland before reaching a magnificent central viewpoint.
Deer Photography Workshop with Danny Green 24th October 2021 SOLD OUT

Nearly eight centuries ago Bradgate Park was enclosed as a deer and hunting park. Today it is still home to herds of Red and Fallow Deer. These workshops are timed to coincide with the atmospheric morning feed of the deer herd at the heart of winter within the restricted access Deer Sanctuary.
Deer Photography Workshop with Danny Green 10th October 2021 SOLD OUT

Nearly eight centuries ago Bradgate Park was enclosed as a deer and hunting park. Today it is still home to herds of Red and Fallow Deer. These workshops are timed to coincide with the atmospheric morning feed of the deer herd at the heart of winter within the restricted access Deer Sanctuary.

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 a map of visitor access areas
Opening Times

Visiting Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood: Opening times and parking details
Parking Charges

Parking charges apply at all car parks.
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.
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.
Eat, Drink, Shop

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

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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