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John's Old John at Bradgate Park

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Overview

A lovely walk in the Bradgate Park area taking in Old John's Tower and the ruins of Lady Jane Grey's childhood home. There is only one 'real' hill and a good chance of seeing some deer; some road walking and possible mud in parts.
There will be a coffee and lunch stop with toilets.

The walk starts from Swithland Wood south car park which charges £3 for the day ,coins only.

Please register for this walk on Newark Ramblers website , where you will also find details of our car share scheme.

Sunday, 24 March 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://newarkramblers.org.uk/walks/walk-register-1st-to-12th-jan-2022.html

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 53662 11815
Nearest postcode:
LE12 8TN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Swithland Wood South car park What3words waving.certified.wing

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