Thornton Reservoir to the Burroughs Circular - Please text leader to join the walk.

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Overview

This is a circular walk from Thornton Reservoir walking through fields and woodland to the Burroughs near Ratby and also around the reservoir looking at wildlife.

Co leader Julie Booree - 07920097580

Wednesday, 22 October 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

There is parking at Thornton Reservoir or nearby roadside. Toilets and cafe nearby.

There is a cafe stop near the end of the walk at the Bean and Boat cafe by the reservoir.

There are 4 styles on the route.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 47373 07234
Nearest postcode:: LE67 1AR
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Parking in car park of Thornton reservoir or nearby Reservoir road.

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