Rushcliffe Country Park and Ruddington

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Overview

This is a circular walk that starts in the Rushcliffe Country Park, goes through Bradmore Moor and returns alongside the GCR to Ruddington where refreshments can be taken at the Framework Knitters Museum.

Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 9km / 5.6mi
Ascent:: 34m / 112ft
Type:: circular

The route has good level paths and pavements and there is some field walking that is likely to be muddy.

Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 57489 32171
Nearest postcode:: NG11 6JS
what3words:: same.mull.blues

Start time:: 10:15 am

There is a P&D Car Park in the country park.

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