Coalville group logo.

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.

Email

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
1 of 0

Overview

An easy walk through and around Bosworth Battlefield, the scene of the final battle of the Wars of the Roses when King Richard 111 was defeated by Henry Tudor and turned up some time later in a Leicester car park. 

Largely hill free, four stiles, toilets at the Battlefield Centre and at Shenton Station. Refreshments available at the Battlefield Centre and at Sutton Wharf

Thursday, 7 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
45.7m / 150ft
Type:
circular

Pleasant walk through the best of English countryside taking in Shenton Station and the Ashby Canal.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 38706 00331
Nearest postcode:
CV13 6DL
what3words:
character.flying.wiping
Start time:
10:00 am

Shenton Village, where Bosworth Road meets Pump Lane. Plenty of street parking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking