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Burrough Hill

Toposcope at Burrough Hill
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Vital Statistics:

cycle maps and details

  • Surface - Mostly all weather surface, some muddy and rutted sections
  • Type of Route - Circular
  • Distance - 18 miles (29km)
  • Difficulty Level - Tough
  • % Off-Road - 30%
  • Parking - Burrough Hill Country Park (£1 charge)
  • Public Toilets - Burrough Hill Country Park
  • Refreshments - Pubs in Somerby & Burrough on the Hill
  • Other Routes to Try - Bevoir Route

Did you know?

At 690 feet Burrough Hill is one of the highest points in Leicestershire and a topscope indicates landmarks that can be seen from the summit.  The Hill is crowned by an iron-age hill fort with well preserved ramparts.  The 35-hectare site is owned by the Earnest Cook Trust and leased to the County Council.
Leicestershire County Council Country Park Rangers manage Burrough Hill Country park.  For more information contact 0116 305 6918

further information

Contact: Rights of Way Team,
footpaths@leics.gov.uk
0116 305 7083
Last Updated:
16 August 2007
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