Walking in Leicestershire: 26 Circular Walks

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You are immediately in leafy surroundings as the towpath is lined with lush hedgerows and, depending on the season, hawthorn blossom. There are glimpses through to the river meadows, and boats moored along the towpath edge. This stretch is also very popular with canoeists. Remember to keep your dog under close control in the villages. Don’t worry, they’ll have a chance for a run off the lead once you get to the fields. The Manners Arms in Knipton is a delightful dog-friendly pub and hotel where you and your pooch will be warmly welcomed. Otherwise, The Wheel Inn in Branston is a quaint country pub that will happily cater for you and your pup. With plenty of opportunities for off-lead roaming, and a gradient sure to tire the legs out, your pup will be well entertained and exercised by the end of this walk. But should you like to spend a few more hours roaming the countryside, you can visit the nearby Melton Country Park or join the Leicestershire Round, (provided you want to spend a few days walking!)

It offers a series of pretty streams and lots of wildlife to look out for. Read More Related ArticlesYou’ll need good walking gear and a map to complete this walk. But the variety of landscapes and gradients is sure to keep you and your pup on your toes and leave you tired but longing for more at the end of your ramble.

A eleven and half mile country walk in evocative Rutlandshire from Rutland Water to the neighbouring villages of Greetham and Exton. There are plenty of facilities at the visitor centre at the battlefield, so you can easily spend the day walking through the beautiful countryside and learning about the historic battle here that ended the War of the Roses. You can also stop by Sutton Wharf cafe, where muddy boots, families, and furry friends are always welcome. They sit alongside a number of flowered gardens and a large arboretum - perfect for a peaceful stroll. Thornton Reservoir, Thornton This English Country house was initially built in 1902 and remains a private home. But its tranquil gardens are a perfect local escape.

Walks that start in adjacent counties / areas.

Gently rolling countryside once ridden by Royalty and the upper classes to eradicate the Fox. They failed but they left behind a pleasant area for walking.