Bosworth Battlefield and Shenton Circular
Leicestershire
Dog friendly and steeped in history, this Leicestershire circular starts at the Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and loops through Shenton village, returning along field paths with glimpses of the Ashby Canal and the distant Battlefield Line steam railway. The terrain is gentle rolling farmland with plenty of interpretation on the way and enough variety to keep the miles ticking by.
Dogs should be kept on lead across most of the route because of grazing sheep and cattle in the surrounding fields, although the heritage centre itself provides dog-friendly tethers and water bowls. Paths can be muddy after rain, and there are a handful of stiles. Parking is at the main Bosworth Battlefield car park with a tiered tariff, and the on-site Tithe Barn Cafe is open Monday to Saturday 10.30am to 3pm.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 10.5 km (6.5 miles)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 3 hr 15 min
- Walk Type
- Historic, Canal
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- Low
- Livestock Risk
- High
- Facilities
- Tithe Barn Cafe, toilets and picnic areas at the heritage centre; dog tethers and water bowls on site.
- Parking
- Heritage centre car park, tiered charge up to £5.50 all day; accepts cash or parking app.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bosworth Battlefield and Shenton Circular dog friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk and the Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre itself is set up with them in mind, offering dog tethers and water bowls on site. It scores a 7 out of 10 for dog friendliness — a solid choice, with a few practical things to be aware of before you set off.
Can dogs be off lead at Bosworth Battlefield and Shenton Circular?
For most of this route, dogs will need to stay on the lead due to grazing sheep and cattle in the surrounding fields. It's worth keeping that in mind if your dog isn't reliable around livestock, and having a good lead to hand throughout.
What should I know before visiting Bosworth Battlefield and Shenton Circular with my dog?
The paths can get muddy after rain, and there are a handful of stiles along the route, so it's worth thinking about how your dog manages those. Parking is at the heritage centre car park with a tiered charge up to £5.50 for all day, and the on-site Tithe Barn Cafe is open Monday to Saturday from 10.30am to 3pm if you fancy a break — just note it's worth checking whether dogs are permitted inside before you head in.
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