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Newtown Linford

Old John Tower, Bradgate Park – Beacon Hill Summit loop from Markfield

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Newtown Linford

Old John Tower, Bradgate Park – Beacon Hill Summit loop from Markfield

Moderate

4.6

(11)

61

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Old John Tower, Bradgate Park – Beacon Hill Summit loop from Markfield

04:41

17.0km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.17 km

The Lightning Tree

Highlight • Viewpoint

Personally i love this tree, its one of many in the park that have been damaged by lightning over the centuries, but this one in particular has always stood out every time i visit.

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2

3.82 km

Leicestershire Yeomanry War Memorial, Bradgate Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

A war memorial sitting on high ground in Bradgate Park

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3

4.03 km

Old John Tower, Bradgate Park

Highlight • Monument

Old John is the highest hill in Bradgate Park, Leicestershire, England, on the southern edge of Charnwood Forest. It gives its name to the folly that stands at its top. …

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4

4.37 km

Old John Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Theres no cyclist access :(

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5

5.49 km

Rough Hill Woodlands

Highlight • Forest

Rough Hill is a 28ha Tender Scheme in Charnwood. It is a nature conservation-focused scheme with a good mixture of habitats. This woodland comprises a good mixture of habitats. An …

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8.74 km

Conservation Area

Nature Reserve

7

9.40 km

Beacon Hill Summit

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beacon Hill is a tremendous viewpoint and the second highest peak in Leicestershire. It showcases spectacular views of Charnwood Forest, the Soar Valley and beyond.

Situated just 2 miles from …

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8

12.1 km

Ulverscroft Priory Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Not much to see, it is private.

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9

14.8 km

Ulverscroft Mill Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Ulverscroft Mill was an 1800s water mill situated on the River Lin, made of Mountsorrel Granite and local brick.

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15.6 km

John's Lee Wood

Forest

B

17.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.56 km

4.27 km

4.07 km

2.73 km

270 m

Surfaces

6.65 km

4.41 km

3.61 km

1.54 km

701 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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