Thornton Reservoir – Newtown Linford Car Park loop from Ratby

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Thornton Reservoir – Newtown Linford Car Park loop from Ratby

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Thornton Reservoir – Newtown Linford Car Park loop from Ratby

05:45

21.6km

220m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 21.5 km for 68 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

2.25 km

Burroughs Wood

Forest

2.61 km

Path Between Ratby and Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Trail

A nice beautiful walk between Ratby and Thornton Reservoir

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4.69 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Thornton Reservoir nestles in a picturesque National Forest valley and is home to much wildlife, including mammals, birds, butterflies and dragonflies. There is a traffic free trail all around the reservoir, which makes for a lovely walk.

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6.30 km

Thornton Reservoir

Lake

12.7 km

John's Lee Wood

Highlight • Forest

John’s Lee Wood is an area of dense woodland within the National Forest. The Leicestershire Round long distance walking trail cuts through the heart of John’s Lee Wood, and marks …

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14.5 km

The Old Post Office Tearooms

Highlight • Cafe

The Old Post Office Tearooms, is next to the entrance to Bradgate Park, the start and end point of the Leicestershire Round long distance walking route.

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14.7 km

Newtown Linford Car Park

Highlight • Parking

loads of parking here, toilets and a cafe across the road. Good access to the village facilities after or before a walk, do try the local pubs as the food is fantastic.

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15.0 km

All Saints’, Newtown Linford

Highlight • Religious Site

15.0 km

All Saints' Church, Thurcaston

Highlight • Religious Site

The church dates from the 15th century and consists of a west tower with small recessed spire, nave, north aisle, north trancept, south porch, chancel, organ chamber and vestry. The …

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