Swithland Wood is a small remnant of the original Charnwood Forest managed by part of the Bradgate Estate. As a small chunk of ancient woodland, Swithland consists of mature oak, birch, alder and lime with supports a rich variety of butterflies, moths and birds. This chunk of woodland is the type that would of previously covered all of the British mainland whilst groups of hunter gatherers moved through the landscape.

Richard H

June 10, 2024

Was pretty mucky and slippy on a gravel bike in June, although it's been a wet year

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Swithland, Charnwood, Leicestershire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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