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United Kingdom
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East Midlands
Leicestershire
Charnwood
Anstey

Ruins of Bradgate House – Old John Tower, Bradgate Park loop from Leicestershire

Routes
Running trails & routes
United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Charnwood
Anstey

Ruins of Bradgate House – Old John Tower, Bradgate Park loop from Leicestershire

Hard

170

runners

Ruins of Bradgate House – Old John Tower, Bradgate Park loop from Leicestershire

02:41

23.3km

430m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.26 km

Ruins of Bradgate House

Highlight • Historical Site

Not sure on much of the history of this place, I do know that once upon a time Lady Jane Grey lived here. You can access the inside on specific days of the year.

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4.92 km

Old John Tower, Bradgate Park

Highlight • Monument

Old John is the highest hill in Bradgate Park, Leicestershire, England, on the southern edge of Charnwood Forest. It gives its name to the folly that stands at its top. …

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5.26 km

Old John Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Theres no cyclist access :(

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8.62 km

Long Style

Forest

5

9.59 km

A lesser known hill than Beacon next door amd much quieter if thats what you prefer. In my personal opinion the views are much better though not 360 im afraid. …

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6

13.5 km

Café at the Top of Beacon Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Only there at weekends but was a welcome stop off today

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7

13.7 km

The Labyrinth

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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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23.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

5.49 km

4.46 km

847 m

561 m

Surfaces

8.33 km

5.49 km

5.26 km

2.47 km

749 m

395 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Friday 8 May

19°C

8°C

17 %

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