Watermead Country Park

Walk Highlights

Location:

Leicester

Postcode:

LE7 4PH

Parking:

There are several dedicated pay and display car parks for Watermead Country Park in Leicestershire, located at different entrances to its various sections (e.g., King Lear's Lake car park off Alderton Close/Melton Road for the southern part; Wanlip Road car park for the northern part near the Mammoth sculpture). Parking charges apply (check Leicester City Council or Leicestershire County Council websites for current rates). These car parks provide good access to the paths and facilities. They can get very busy, especially at weekends, for this popular Leicestershire destination.

Distance:

4.30 miles

Time:

1.50 hours

Difficulty:

Easy

Terrain:

The terrain at Watermead Country Park in Leicestershire is predominantly flat and very easy underfoot. Paths are a mix of well-surfaced tracks (tarmac, compacted gravel) suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs in most main areas, and some grassy or earth paths which can become muddy after rain, particularly in meadow or less formal sections. Overall, this Leicestershire park offers excellent accessibility.

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