Bagworth & Thornton, a region in Leicestershire, offers a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor activities. The area features a blend of natural beauty and successfully reclaimed industrial sites, providing varied terrain for exploration. Key natural features include the tranquil waters of Thornton Reservoir and the woodlands, grasslands, and lakes of Bagworth Heath Woods, a former colliery site now transformed into a country park. This environment supports several sports like jogging, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
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4.5
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4.6
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72
hikers
13.0km
03:25
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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25
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
7.25km
01:54
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
3.91km
01:00
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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8
riders
16.5km
01:01
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.00km
00:26
50m
50m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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26.1km
01:59
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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170
runners
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

110
runners
11.3km
01:16
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.37km
00:46
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
11.0km
01:09
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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44
riders
51.9km
02:29
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
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66.2km
03:00
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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20.5km
01:00
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4
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12.1km
00:45
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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8.27km
00:32
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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13.8km
00:48
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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49.3km
02:59
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
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42.4km
02:25
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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62.3km
03:55
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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12.1km
00:49
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Bagworth & Thornton offers a variety of outdoor activities including Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features a diverse landscape with natural beauty and reclaimed industrial sites. More than 55 routes are available for exploration.
Key natural features include Thornton Reservoir, offering waterside paths and abundant birdlife. Bagworth Heath Woods, a former colliery site, has been transformed into a country park with woodlands, grasslands, lakes, and ponds. The area is also situated within the National Forest.
Yes, Bagworth & Thornton features several jogging routes. The well-surfaced track around Thornton Reservoir is popular for jogging. Bagworth Heath Woods also offers multi-use paths suitable for runners. Explore available options in the Running Trails around Bagworth & Thornton guide.
Bagworth & Thornton provides family-friendly hiking opportunities, particularly around Thornton Reservoir with its easy, level paths. Bagworth Heath Woods also offers accessible trails through varied landscapes. Find suitable routes in the Family-friendly hikes around Bagworth & Thornton guide.
The region offers diverse cycling routes, from easy road cycling on well-paved surfaces to more challenging mountain biking trails. Traffic-free options are also available for a relaxed ride. Consult guides like Road Cycling Routes around Bagworth & Thornton and MTB Trails around Bagworth & Thornton.
Bagworth & Thornton is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 55,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars from over 4,700 ratings. There are 55 routes available across various sports.
Easy hiking routes can be found around Thornton Reservoir, which features well-surfaced, level paths. Bagworth Heath Woods also offers accessible trails suitable for less strenuous walks. The Easy hikes around Bagworth & Thornton guide provides specific recommendations.
Yes, Bagworth & Thornton offers traffic-free cycling options, providing a safer and more relaxed riding experience. These routes are suitable for touring and general cycling. Refer to the Traffic-free bike rides around Bagworth & Thornton guide for details.
Komoot offers several guides for Bagworth & Thornton, covering various activities. These include guides for Running Trails, Hiking, MTB Trails, and Road Cycling Routes. There are also guides for family-friendly hikes and traffic-free bike rides.
Yes, facilities like Thornton Reservoir offer parking for visitors. Bagworth Heath Woods also provides free car parking. These amenities enhance accessibility for those driving to the outdoor areas.
The Bagworth & Thornton Parish Council can be contacted via their official website or phone. The official website is bagworthandthornton-pc.gov.uk. The phone number for inquiries is +441530230638.

