Beacon Hill Country Park Review
If you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly outdoor adventure near Leicester or Loughborough, Beacon Hill Country Park is a fantastic place to visit! We spent a day there with our little one, and it was a great experience!
Family-friendly Park near Leicester and Loughborough
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- Beacon Hill Old Volcano Rock
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- Beacon Hill Old Volcanoes History
- Perfect for kids – Two playgrounds, natural climbing areas & open spaces
- Great for scooters & bikes – Just watch out for the slopes!
- Beautiful scenery – Woodlands, meadows & the highest point in Leicestershire
- Picnic & BBQ areas – Perfect for a family lunch outdoors
- Wildlife spotting – Look out for birds, butterflies & alpacas and highland cows
- Easy parking & facilities – Toilets, a café, and well-marked trails
If you’re in Leicestershire and looking for a family-friendly park with playgrounds, picnic spots, and great walking trails, Beacon Hill Country Park is an amazing choice. Whether you want to explore nature, let the kids play, or just enjoy a relaxing day outdoors, this park has it all. Highly recommended for families near Loughborough and Leicester!
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- Cows at Beacon Hill
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- View from Beacon Hill
Park Highlights & Facilities
- Family-Friendly | With Kids
- Picnic
- Cycling
- Playground
- Natural Play Area
- Sculpture
- Public Toilet
- Cafe
- Labyrinth
- Parking
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- Beacon Hill Woodland -wood sculptures – Hand Carved Wood From Wood Sculptor
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- Wood Sculpture in Beacon Hill
Easy Parking & Great Facilities for Families
We parked at the Upper Car Park (LE12 8TE), which is super convenient for families. It’s right next to toilets, a children’s playground, and picnic/BBQ areas. The playground has climbing frames, seesaws, swings, and wobbly bridges—plenty to keep little ones entertained before you even start exploring the park!
Scoot, Bike & Walk – Fun for All Ages
For our adventure, we did a circular walk—starting at the Upper Car Park, walking down to the Lower Car Park (LE12 8TA), and then looping back. The paths are well-maintained and great for kids on scooters or bikes, though some hills are a little steep, so parents should keep an eye out. It’s a lovely mix of woodland trails, open meadows, and stunning countryside views.
The Best Play Spots & a Magical Labyrinth
Playground Equipment
- Ramp / Rock Climber and Slide
- Trim Trail Rope Walk
- Wobbly Bridges
- Climbing Net
- Seesaw
- Wobble Board
- Bird Nest Basket Swing
Address / Parking
- Upper Car Park: Beacon Road, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough LE12 8TE
- Lower Car Park: Breakback Road, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough LE12 8TA
- Beacon Hill Cafe is located in Lower Car Park.
