Classic Walk: Groby Pool, Bradgate Park, Cropston Lake

# Classic Walk: Groby Pool, Bradgate Park, Cropston Lake.

Exhilarating ramble over the Leicestershire wilds, an area much overdue for a revisit. Less than an hour's drive for most, but car sharing may still be worthwhile.

Logistics:
Meet: Check-in 10:20 for a prompt start within 10 minutes (or earlier, if all in sight are ready).
Distance: Around 10 miles
Start Point: Groby Pool Carpark, Groby Lane, LE6 0FF. This is a large car park just off the A50, west of Leicester, and believed to be free.
Terrain: Starting from a nature conservation area, we have a varied mix of woodland, lakes, gently undulating countryside and a large deer park, passing through the estate of Lady Jane Grey. We cover short stretches of both The Leicestershire Round and National Forest Way.
Refreshments: Bring Picnic Lunch, and short pub stop opportunity at 2/3rds distance
Wear: Good walking footwear, and clothing to match the weather.
Guests: Under 16s and dogs (under control) may attend as guests. Very few stiles.
Emergency Contact: 078.137.37.623, though not available for travel advice or lateness problems. Today's walk leader is Paul W.

RoadMap: [Streetmap.co.uk - Map of 452538,307941](https://www.streetmap.co.uk/map/idld?x=452538&y=307941&z=110&sv=452538,307941&st=4&ar=Y,y&mapp=map)

EarthView: Google - Google Maps

Safety:
As with any outdoor activity, there is some inherent risk. Whilst we aim to avoid unnecessary risks, participants should take all reasonable precautions themselves. A suitable pace for the walk will be determined by the walk leader, which others must observe by keeping in visible distance, not forging ahead or lagging behind. Those attending are totally responsible for their own safety, and must be comfortable walking the specified distance please.
RSVP Commitment:
Places are not unlimited, so withdrawing in the last 24 hours is impolite. Attendances shouldn't be compromised by ghosting (no-shows, late withdrawals) please.