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Old John Tower – Newtown Linford Car Park loop from Newtown Linford

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Old John Tower – Newtown Linford Car Park loop from Newtown Linford

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Old John Tower – Newtown Linford Car Park loop from Newtown Linford

01:15

4.54km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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214 m

Old John Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Theres no cyclist access :(

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2.00 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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2.15 km

112-Meter Elevation Point

Highlight • Summit

2.34 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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2.37 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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4.54 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.61 km

512 m

243 m

139 m

Surfaces

3.61 km

588 m

167 m

139 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

18°C

11°C

57 %

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Old John Tower – Newtown Linford Car Park loop from Newtown Linford

Old John Tower

Newtown Linford Car Park

112-Meter Elevation Point

The Old Post Office Tearooms

All Saints' Church, Thurcaston

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