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Easy starter walk for the long road back to fitness!

Nice stretch of parkland

Nice to visit but no cafe at the Marina, plenty half a mile up the hill in Market Bosworth

Great lanes for cycling

Plenty of coffee shops in MKT Bosworth

Bosworth Marina is a relatively recent addition to the area, with its development and opening in 2012. The site was originally a location for industrial activities, including a timber fireproofing plant that operated from 1919 to 2002. The marina now provides canal boat berths for tourism, moorings, and short-term occupation, connected to the Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal.

Market Bosworth is famously near to the site of the decisive final battle of the Wars of the Roses. The Battle of Bosworth occurred just south of the town in 1485, marking the conclusive and significant clash in the Wars of the Roses between the House of Lancaster and the House of York. This historic engagement ultimately led to the demise of King Richard III. The town is also known for its beautiful flower displays in the Leicestershire in Bloom competition.

Reservoir Road runs alongside Thornton Reservoir offering wide open views of the water and surrounding countryside. The reservoir, built in the 19th century, is a vital water supply for the region and is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.