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Watermead Country Park
Activities in the Park
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Activities in the Park

A Ruddy Darter fly is one to watch out for a nature trail
  • All of the Country Park is managed with wildlife in mind.
  • Guided Walks are organised around the park looking at its natural history and development.
  • Conservation Days are also held when volunteers can help with practical tasks.
  • Leaflets are available giving details, or see the 'What's On' boards in the car parks.

Walking and Cycling

  • There is a network of surfaced tracks around the country park. A bridge over the River Soar next to King Lear's Lake enables visitors to follow a variety of circular walks and rides.
  • The network of paths also links the northern and southern parts of Watermead and on into the countryside beyond the park. Most are open to all users, but some to walkers only.
  • For the more adventurous, the National Cycle Network passes through the park linking Dover and Inverness. This route will also link with other cycle paths in the county to enable other circular rides.
Fishing is popular at Watermead

Fishing

The fishing season runs from 1 July to 31 March inclusive. King Lear's Lake and the Lily Pond are for both day ticket and season ticket holders, whilst John Merrick’s is for season ticket holders only. All lakes hold Carp, Roach, Bream, Tench, Perch and Pike. John Merrick’s and King Lear's also hold Zander.
Day Ticket charges: Adult: £5, Concession: (under 16s, over 60s and blue badge holders) £3. Day tickets are valid from dawn til dusk.
Season Ticket charges: Adult: £50, Concession: £30.
A collared dove is watchful at Watermead

Sailboarding

Leicester Sailboarding Club sail on King Lear's Lake. Details of membership and day Sail Boarding arrangements can be obtained from the secretary on 0116 267 5589.

Sailing

Unfortunately, there are no facilities for day sailing in the park. John Merricks Lake at the northern end by the Grand Union Canal is, however, available for sailing by schools and organised youth groups. For details email: watermead@leics.gov.uk or call 0116 305 5434.

further information
Contact: The Ranger
Telephone: 0116 305 5434
E-mail: watermead@leics.gov.uk
Last Updated:
4 February 2010
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