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Beacon Hill Country Park
Woodhouse Eaves, East Midlands
A rocky hilltop in Charnwood Forest with wide views over the Leicestershire countryside.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 60 min
Beacon Hill is a country park near Loughborough and one of several hills of that name across the UK. It sits in the rugged, rocky part of Charnwood Forest, with a short climb to a viewpoint over the Midlands. It is a good quick stop that feels wilder than the flat country around.
Good to know
- The summit is a short climb from the car park
- Good for sunset
- Combine with Bradgate Park
- Best time
- Sunset or clear mornings
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Car park at the hill, signed from Woodhouse Eaves
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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