Packington circular

Coalville Group

We are Coalville Ramblers - a friendly group based in the heart of the National Forest. We offer a programme of 3 walks each week, from 5 miles to 10 plus.

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Overview

Leave Packington across fields, through solar farm, onto Measham, then Oakthorpe (stop at park). Willesley woods return to start at Packington. There might be some muddy fields around Packington as just been ploughed. - Bull and Lion at Packington is now advertised as open 11-11pm Wednesday.

Wednesday, 15 October 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 61m / 200ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.facebook.com/groups/492625248899894

6 or 7 stiles, may be muddy in places depending on recent rain.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 35776 14436
Nearest postcode:: LE65 1WP
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Start time:: 10:00 am

start and finish at the recreation grounds

Upcoming walks with Coalville Group

Ashby and Hicks

Start:

Difficulty:: Moderate

Distance:: 7.5 miles

Launde Abbey

Start:

Difficulty:: Leisurely

Distance:: 6.0 miles