Nov 2024 walk

The November walk from 'The Bradgate' at Newtown Linford was led by Allen and Irene.   Leaving the pub we turned left and just before No 17 Main Street took the waymarked track left up to the gate into Bradgate Park.  After a short pause we continued uphill taking the track left then bearing right passing Tyburn Copse.  We then took the next left fork up to the War Memorial where we again had a short break.  Leaving the memorial we went through the copse and up to Old John where we had our main break.  We continued the walk downhill heading to the circular pool then bearing right to eventually join the Leicestershire Round.  Skirting round Bowling Green Spinney we continued down to the ruins of Bradgate House the birthplace of Lady Jane Grey who later became the 9 day Queen.  Here we turned right on the main road through the park where we were joined by the short walkers.  Together we walked along the road to the main entrance to the park where we turned right making our way back to the pub for lunch.  Many thanks to all who have joined our walks this year and in particular to those who have organised and led a walk.

Please note that the group is very grateful that Jenny Barradell has offered to take over as Group Leader.

Finally I would like to thank the group for the support that I have had over the past 18 years.  Your gift was greatly appreciated and will be enjoyed.

Report and picture by Allen Donkin