Country park bird hide named in honour of Leicestershire resident

Country park bird hide named in honour of Leicestershire resident

Pictured: Jean Goodrich and Senior Ranger Dale Osborne open the sand martin bird hide at Watermead County Park.     A sand martin bird hide, located in the reedbed nature reserve at Watermead Country Park, has been named in honour of a lifelong bird enthusiast....
What’s on at Snibston Colliery Park

What’s on at Snibston Colliery Park

  Discover Snibston Colliery Park and explore the amazing activities and events on offer in the heart of Coalville!     From fantastic shows and cinema nights at Century Theatre and fun workshops at The Studio, to fascinating history tours of Snibston...
BioBlitz at Watermead North Country Park

BioBlitz at Watermead North Country Park

  King Lear’s Car Park Location and site map   Discover amazing wildlife and help us reach our goal of identifying over 500 species in 24 hours!         Sunday 22 May      10am – 3pm   Come along for an amazing wildlife discovery...

School visits to Leicestershire country parks

We know many schools wish to visit our country parks independently. It is essential that you contact us before your visit, so that we can advise you of anything that is happening on the day that may affect your visit. You can do this by emailing...

Defibrillator installed at Market Bosworth Country Park

A new public access defibrillator has recently been installed at Market Bosworth Country Park, supporting the health and safety of local residents and visitors. The defibrillator, housed within a bright yellow cabinet, can be used in an emergency to help save the life...
Countryside Code

Countryside Code

People of all ages are experiencing the many benefits of engaging with nature and enjoying the countryside across Leicestershire.  Our country parks form an integral part of that landscape, with public rights of way often linking them with farmland, villages,...