Groby Pool is believed to be the largest natural expanse of open water in Leicestershire, covering 38 acres. The unusual combination of habitats includes woodland, wet and dry grassland, marsh, reed swamp and open water, supporting a wide range of water fowl and animals.

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The first recorded reference to Groby Pool was in 1295, and there is evidence of a mill associated with Groby Pool from that time until the 1900s. The last was a saw mill in Sheet Hedges Wood.

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The building across the water, Pool House, is a Grade II listed building.

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1. Old John Tower, Bradgate Park – Bradgate Park Visitor Centre loop from Newtown Linford

14.3km

03:52

200m

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

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2. Old John Tower, Bradgate Park – Ruins of Bradgate House loop from Cropston

14.0km

03:53

240m

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

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3. Groby Pool loop from Ratby

7.25km

01:54

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 140 m

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Location: Groby, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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1. Old John Tower, Bradgate Park – Bradgate Park Visitor Centre loop from Newtown Linford

2. Old John Tower, Bradgate Park – Ruins of Bradgate House loop from Cropston

3. Groby Pool loop from Ratby

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