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Beacon Hill Summit – The Outwoods loop from Loughborough University

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Beacon Hill Summit – The Outwoods loop from Loughborough University

Moderate

4.6

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119

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Beacon Hill Summit – The Outwoods loop from Loughborough University

03:02

10.8km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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454 m

View of the Countryside and City Skyline

Highlight • Viewpoint

start easy

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2.42 km

View from Buck Hill

Highlight • Summit

This route heads uphill towards Buck Hill. You’ll reach a small ridge with fantastic views - an ideal spot to take a quick break.

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5.20 km

Beacon Hill Summit

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beacon Hill is a tremendous viewpoint and the second highest peak in Leicestershire. It showcases spectacular views of Charnwood Forest, the Soar Valley and beyond.

Situated just 2 miles from …

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5.75 km

Llamas

Highlight • Natural

6.40 km

Beacon Plantation

Forest

6.86 km

The Labyrinth

Highlight • Trail

A great spot for the kids to burn off the remaining energy after walking up the hill. This area is full of winding duck boarding, and you have to bob …

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7.26 km

Native Tree Trail, Beacon Hill Country Park

Highlight • Trail

Beacon Hill Country Park, close to Woodhouse Eaves, is owned and managed by Leicestershire County Council. Rising to a height of 245m, Beacon Hill is one of the highest points …

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8.86 km

The Outwoods

Highlight • Viewpoint

A lovely hiking route through Jubilee Woods, seeing Loughborough from a distance, as well as the beautiful floral groves and wood carvings.

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10.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.07 km

3.85 km

764 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.51 km

1.94 km

1.68 km

1.23 km

1.05 km

350 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Tuesday 5 May

12°C

5°C

13 %

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Beacon Hill Summit – The Outwoods loop from Loughborough University

View of the Countryside and City Skyline

View from Buck Hill

Beacon Hill Summit

Llamas

The Labyrinth

Native Tree Trail, Beacon Hill Country Park

The Outwoods

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