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Twyford And Thorpe

Burrough Hill Summit – Burrough Hill Country Park loop from Twyford and Thorpe

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Twyford And Thorpe

Burrough Hill Summit – Burrough Hill Country Park loop from Twyford and Thorpe

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Burrough Hill Summit – Burrough Hill Country Park loop from Twyford and Thorpe

03:01

10.9km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.90 km

Stags and Hounds Pub

Highlight • Pub

Nice pub. Great foodm

Tip by

2

5.09 km

Burrough Hill Summit

Highlight • Summit

Burrough Hill (210m) commands views over the surrounding countryside for miles around. A great place for a hill fort as discovered back in the early Iron age.

Tip by

3

5.40 km

Burrough Hill Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

Burrough Hill - Iron Age hillfort in Burrough on the Hill, 7 miles south of Melton Mowbray. Situated on a promontory about 210 metres (690 ft) above sea level, the site commands views over the surrounding countryside for miles around.

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4

5.44 km

Grassy Ridge Descent

Highlight • Trail

Be aware this is technically a no cycling location

Tip by

5

5.78 km

Burrough Hill Country Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Situated between Burrough on the Hill and Somerby, south of Melton Mowbray, Burrough Hill Country Park is a significant and well-preserved Iron Age hill fort.

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B

10.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.57 km

2.80 km

1.25 km

154 m

152 m

Surfaces

3.96 km

2.74 km

1.52 km

1.44 km

1.27 km

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