Licensed Businesses

The following businesses have entered into bespoke agreements for regular activity across the Bradgate Park Estate.

Alonzi Icecream and Creperia

The Deer Hut at the Deer Barn Tearoom

The Alonzi family have been selling icecream at Bradgate Park and our carparks for over 20 years and in 2017 launched the popular winter season crepe sales from the Deer Hut.

Haunted Heritage

Haunted Heritage Logo and Bradgate Park

Haunted Heritage have been operating historical ghost walks in conjunction with the Bradgate Park Trust since June 2015.

These popular events take place between February till October they are in great demand and sell out months in advance, so do book early.

Departing from the Conservatory Tearoom in our Newtown Linford Car Park the walk starts off with a presentation ‘What is a ghost?’ then the walk takes you through the Park and into the Bradgate House ruins.

We then return to the tearoom for refreshment. Just under a 2 mile walk.

We mark important historical occasions relating to the Park with special events such as the execution of Lady Jane Grey in February, her time in July when Jane was Queen of England, Janes birthday in October and of course Halloween.

The ghost walks are only bookable through the Haunted Heritage website www.hauntedheritage.co.uk

My Perfect Ceremony

Wedding Ceremony

Bradgate Park is not licensed for weddings but The Trust works with My Perfect Ceremony to support small ceremony events at Hunts Hill Woodland at the top of the Park. As a celebrant they can write and conduct a ceremony for you, whether it is a Wedding Celebration Ceremony, Naming Ceremony, Commitment Ceremony, Renewal of Vows or Memorial service.

This is the only location we offer this opportunity and dates are restricted subject to other activities on the Estate. We are not able to accommodate a full wedding reception, however there are lots of lovely local venues who would be happy to accommodate, following your ceremony at Bradgate Park.

Car parking is available at Hunts Hill and My Perfect Ceremony handle all enquiries and liaison with the Trust.

Please contact award-winning local celebrant, Jo Clarke directly 07531 900786 or visit www.myperfectceremony.co.uk.

Please note the Trust do not handle any ceremony enquiries: please contact My Perfect Ceremony direct.

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Visit Bradgate Park

Bradgate Park is Leicestershire's only Medieval Deer Park to the north of Leicester City. Over 830 acres, steeped in history, teeming with wonderful wildlife, the UK's oldest fossils, 550 red and fallow deer and the childhood home of Lady Jane Grey. Rich in heritage, wildlife and amazing landscapes, Bradgate Park is Leicestershire's favourite day out with two tearoom and free-to-visit Visitor Centre.
Parking Charges

Parking charges apply at all car parks.
Opening Times

Visiting Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood: Opening times and parking details
Getting Here

Details of how to reach Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood, including postcodes, parking details and a map of visitor access areas
Opportunities

Vacancies across the Park.
Visit Swithland Wood

Swithland Wood is an attractive and atmospheric area of Ancient Woodland, covering 170 acres. Rich in history and wildlife, it is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The Wood is an important habitat for a wide range of plant and animal species, with rocky outcrops and old quarries.
Food & Drink

Details of the Deer Barn Café, the Visitor Centre shop, and the Deer Hut.
Visitor Guidelines

When visiting Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood, it is important that certain rules are followed to ensure areas remain safe and clean for everyone to enjoy and protect the heritage in our care. Help us care for these spaces by following these guidelines.
Annual Parking Permits

For regular visitors a car park annual parking permit offers a low-cost option to pay and display parking when Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood.
Visitor Centre & Shop

Our free to visit Visitor Centre and shop is set in the heart of Bradgate Park. It tells the story of the rich geological, archaeological, social, built and natural heritage of Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood.