Opening Times

Car Parking Information

There are three main car parks available at the primary entrance points to Bradgate Park.

• All main car parks close at sunset (no later than 8:30 pm in summer)
• Swithland Wood car parks close approximately 30 minutes earlier than the main car parks
• Gates are in place at all car parks, with clearly marked safe exit routes

Please be aware:

• Toilets close earlier than the car parks
• The last facilities to close (car park and toilets) are located at Newtown Linford

Car Parks at Bradgate Park

Newtown Linford
Located within the village, off Bradgate Road alongside the church, this is the main entrance to Bradgate Park. It provides access to some of the park’s most picturesque areas.
As the busiest car park, it can become crowded on busy days. If you’re looking for a quieter visit or an alternative walk, you may prefer one of the other car parks.
Sat Nav postcode: LE6 0HB

Hallgates (Cropston)
Accessed via Roecliffe Road, this car park is the closest to the Deer Barn Café and Visitor Centre.
Sat Nav postcode: LE7 7HQ

Hunts Hill (Old John)
Located off Sharpley Hill/Warren Hill, opposite the turn into Benscliffe Road. This car park is the most convenient for reaching the higher areas of the park, including Old John Tower and the War Memorial.
Sat Nav postcode: LE6 0AH

Toilet facilities are available at:

• Newtown Linford
• Hallgates
• Hunts Hill
• Deer Barn Buildings (in the centre of the park)

Additional accessibility features:

• Wheelchair-accessible toilets at Hallgates and Deer Barn Buildings
• Changing Places facility at Newtown Linford

Please see the parking charges page for full details: Parking charges

Regular visitors may wish to consider purchasing a parking Permit (details here)

Swithland Wood is open to visitors throughout the year, with car parks accessible from 8 am; however, we try to open them earlier if possible. 

The lawful use of the public footpath that crosses the site is unaffected when closed. 

The Car Parks are closed 30 minutes before sunset. Car Parking is Pay and Display (cash only)

Two car parks are situated at the north and south entrances to the Wood:-

Swithland Wood (south) – (off Roecliffe Road). The wood lies to the north of Bradgate Park. (Use Post Code LE12 8TN for SatNav)

Swithland Wood (north) – (off Swithland Lane). The nearest car park to the village of Woodhouse Eaves (Use Post Code LE12 8SS for SatNav).