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Old John Tower – The Lightning Tree loop from Newtown Linford

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Old John Tower – The Lightning Tree loop from Newtown Linford

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Old John Tower – The Lightning Tree loop from Newtown Linford

01:12

4.25km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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60 m

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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94 m

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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2.08 km

Old John Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Theres no cyclist access :(

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2.52 km

Old John Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Sticking to the northerly part of the park you will find the better trails, for bike touring you are better of staying on the road way. There are some good …

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2.59 km

Leicestershire Yeomanry War Memorial, Bradgate Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

A war memorial sitting on high ground in Bradgate Park

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3.24 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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3.85 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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4.01 km

112-Meter Elevation Point

Highlight • Summit

4.25 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.60 km

309 m

223 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.60 km

231 m

223 m

167 m

Elevation

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Highest point (200 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

18°C

11°C

57 %

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Old John Tower – The Lightning Tree loop from Newtown Linford

The Old Post Office Tearooms

All Saints' Church, Thurcaston

Old John Tower

Old John Tower

Leicestershire Yeomanry War Memorial, Bradgate Park

The Lightning Tree

Newtown Linford Car Park

112-Meter Elevation Point

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