Westwood Country Park is still something of a secret to all except dog-walkers, locals and anglers. The dog will be delighted! There are no facilities here, just a dog walk.
Local Park, dogs allowed off lead, hard walking paths as well as grassed areas.
A walk by the side of a lake is just the job for a hot day, and the sight of brightly coloured sails on the water sets the scene for relaxation perfectly.
The site offers a network of surfaced woodland trails and there are also fantastic off road links to the Teversal Trail Network, and on into Derbyshire and the Five Pits Trail.
Dog-friendly pub and dog walk within walking distance of the M1 Services at Junction 23A.
Country park near Leicester, with woodland trails and a windmill. It's based around a traditional farm that was bequeathed to the council to use as a sort of outdoor heritage museum
A country park with plenty of nature and history to look out for. The beacon hill is one of the highest points in Leicestershire, and gives a big view on a clear day.
A lovely woodland walk - dog safe for off lead walking, paths round the woods, mostly gravelled path round the outside or other paths for the more adventurous walker.
Part of the National Forest, this is a fine woodland for a dog walk. It's really pretty in the Spring when the bluebells are out.
Calm and cooling spot for a dog walk - and no chance of getting lost.
Starting at Martinshaw Woods Car Park , this walk takes you away from the motorway and towards open fields and woodland.
Accessed within seconds of leaving the A50 heading towards Leicester, this is a great stop off. If you're peckish, turn left into the village where there's a chip shop and a coop.