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From local honey to sustainably raised venison, Charnwood Forest is full of products for you to try.

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Rocky crags at Bradgate Park, next to the Old John tower.
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Bradgate Park

This 800 year old deer park offers wild and rugged landscape with dramatic rocky outcrops and gnarled oak trees - some of which are over 500 years old! You can learn more about the geology, wildlife, and history of the Park at the onsite visitor centre.

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Charnwood Cider

Award winning full juice Real cider made in Leicestershire using traditional methods

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Home Farm Heritage

Home Farm is set in the picturesque Charnwood Forest, within the the National Forest. Part of the Paget Estate, our 270 acres of grassland has been farmed organically for over 20 years.

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Magz King Ceramic Artist

Ceramics inspired by folklore and the natural world

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Mount St. Bernard’s Abbey

This Cistercian Abbey was founded in 1835 as a continuation of Garendon Abbey (1133-1538). Includes gardens, high calvery, shop and Abbey Church.

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Rothley Wine Estate

Rothley Wine Estate sells award-winning wine grown and produced at the Kingfishers’ Pool Vineyard.

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Temple Bees

Natural Honey from the Leicestershire & Derbyshire Countryside

A view of Bradgate Park, featuring deer park, and an area of woodland surrounded by a dry stone wall

COME VISIT US

A PLACE FOR EVERYONE

Explore Charnwood Forest through our interactive map, featuring recommendations from geosites and walks, to where’s best for a delicious dinner.

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Where to Eat

There's a restaurant, cafe, or pub for every taste in the Charnwood Forest Geopark.

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Where to Stay

Find the perfect accommodation for your stay in Charnwood Forest

A view of Mount St. Bernard's Abbey with a blue sky background.
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Where to Visit

From medieval deer parks, to trappist abbeys, there's something for everyone in Charnwood Forest.