Trails

Leicester & Leicestershire offers a plethora of scenic walking and cycling trails, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to explore the beautiful landscapes and charming countryside. Whether you prefer leisurely strolls or adrenaline-pumping bike rides, there is something for everyone.

From the tranquil paths along the River Soar to following in the footsteps of Kings, Leicester provides diverse options for history buffs and urban explorers. With plenty to choose from, it’s time to lace-up your shoes or hop on your bike, and get ready to explore!

Explore our Leicester trails

  1. King Richard III statue in leicester

    King Richard III Trail

    From Car Park to Cathedral – A King’s Journey That Took 530 Years In August 1485 King Ri…

  2. New walk in leicester from above

    New Walk Trail

    Take a Walk with Romans, Georgians and Dinosaurs Take a stroll up Leicester’s leafy New Walk today a…

  3. The magazine in leicester, an old building

    The Newarke Trail

    Costume drama played out in ancient quarter Take a walk around Leicester’s ancient quarter, The Newa…

  4. Old building in Leicester

    Old Town Restaurants Trail

    Bringing well-seasoned History to the Table Leicester’s Old Town has many notable attractions but th…

  5. Family walking along the canal

    Leicester Riverside Trails

    Leicester’s Riverside maps have been produced in partnership with the Canal & River Trust to enc…

  6. Image of a heritage panel in leicester

    Leicester Heritage Trail

    Stroll through 2000 years of local history From boards trodden by Shakespeare to shopping centres on…

  7. street art on the side of a building

    Leicester Street Art Trail

    Find incredible artwork on the waterways Follow the Leicester Street Art Trail to uncover the fantas…

Explore our Leicestershire trails

  1. concrete blocks by a lake

    Watermead Country Park

    Watermead Country Park has a selection of routes of walkers and cyclists Explore Watermean Country P…

  2. illustrative map of a trail

    Leicester Children’s Activity Trail

    Explore Leicester on the Children’s Activity Trail Discover Leicester with our handy Children&…

  3. KRIII Statue

    King Richard III Walking Trail

    Follow the Footsteps of the King Leicester is a city with over 2000 years of history – and the…

  4. thomas cook statue

    The Thomas Cook Trail

    Walk in Thomas Cook’s Shoes You may know about King Richard III being discovered here, but did…

  5. Newarke gateway

    Roman Leicester Walking Tour

    Discover roman Leicester Leicester has over 2000 years of history – with some Roman remains st…

  6. people cycling around an outdoor cafe space

    Blaby Heritage Trails

    Explore Blaby Heritage The Blaby Heritage Trails are a series of 12 walking trails from 6 to 10…

  7. The National Forest Trails

    75 miles of forest walks The National Forest Way long distance walking trail explores the highlights…

  8. Staunton Harold Trails

    Take a walk through time at Staunt0n Harold This trail at Staunton Harold will have you walking thro…

  9. Market Harborough Trails

    Guided tours and plenty more Book on to a guided tour with a Blue Badge Guide and discover the histo…

  10. Lutterworth Self-Guided Tour

    Discover Lutterworth’s History Discover the history of Lutterworth on this short, self-guided…

  11. nature park on a sunny day

    Charwood Walks

    Charnwood’s wonderful walks From the flood plains of the Soar Valley to the craggy outcrops of…

  12. old photo of a church in quorn

    Quorn History Trail

    Walk the Quorn History trail The Quorn Local History Trail No. 1 is a ¾ mile walk around the village…

  13. Leicestershire round footpath sign

    The Leicestershire Round

    Walk the classic Leicestershire round route If you’re feeling up to it, why not walk the Leice…

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