Fort Henry is a gothic folly, sitting beside a large lake often adorned with water lilies in the heart of Exton Park.

Built in 1788 for Henry, Earl of Gainsborough, Fort Henry is located on private grounds, as are the shores of the larger, Northern lake. The public footpath circumnavigates the smaller lake to the South.

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November 29, 2022

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Perfect picnic spot - FYI, The north shore is private property.

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Best routes to Fort Henry Lake in Exton Park

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1. Exton Park and Lower Lake loop

8.35km

02:11

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Public Path to Exton Manor – Fort Henry Lake in Exton Park loop from Greetham

12.5km

03:16

90m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Fort Henry Lake in Exton Park – Gravel and Broken Tarmac Road loop from Exton

8.29km

02:09

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 120 m

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Location: Exton And Horn, Rutland, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Fort Henry Lake in Exton Park

1. Exton Park and Lower Lake loop

2. Public Path to Exton Manor – Fort Henry Lake in Exton Park loop from Greetham

3. Fort Henry Lake in Exton Park – Gravel and Broken Tarmac Road loop from Exton

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