Walks & Outdoors Events in Leicester
64 upcoming walks & outdoors events
Leicester and its surrounding county offer a wealth of opportunities for those who love to explore on foot. From historic trails tracing the footsteps of Richard III to gentle riverside ambles, there's a walk for every pace and interest. Discover the dramatic landscapes around Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, or find hidden green spaces within the city itself, perhaps starting from the impressive Leicester Cathedral. Local community centres and farms also open their doors to guided rambles, showcasing the varied character of Leicestershire's countryside and its connection to local heritage. It's a scene that invites discovery, revealing the natural beauty and storied past that Leicester holds.
As of October 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 64 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Leicester, Leicestershire, including 10 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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FREEWild Women Walks | Bardon Hill
📍 Bardon Hill Sports Club
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Volunteer Footpath Mending Event | October in the Lake District
Dawn Deer Rutting Lake District Social Walk
Wild Walk - Fungi Foray at Charnwood Lodge
📍 Charnwood Lodge
£3.00 - £13.18
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SAM 35 Autumn Gala
📍 BMFA Buckminster
Wild Walk: Fungi Foray on National Fungus Day at Rutland Water
📍 Volunteer Training Centre
Balaji Temple & Peak District Day Trip | 10 October 2026
📍 Balaji Temple and Peak District
£36.99
FREELOVE ARCHITECTURE 2026 - Guided Walk of City Centre Trail
FREEGroup Walk: Exploring Old Belgrave
📍 Loughborough Road/Bath Street junction green space, opposite The Bull
SWAPMEET
📍 BMFA Buckminster
FREEWild women walk- Bradgate Park
📍 Newtown Linford Car Park
FREELOVE ARCHITECTURE 2026 - Guided Walk of Leicester Cultural Quarter
📍 LCB Depot
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SAM 35 Power Strugglers
📍 BMFA Buckminster
Avanti Fields Secondary School Morning Tours
📍 Avanti Fields School
FREEWalking Through Time
📍 Market Harborough Library And Harborough Museum
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Buckminster Power Strugglers
📍 BMFA Buckminster
Avanti Fields Secondary School Morning Tours
📍 Avanti Fields School
Wild Walk : Introductory walk and talk at the new James Adler Nature Reserve - Members Only
📍 LRWT Cossington Meadows
FREECompass by Hike
📍 Queen of Bradgate
Buckminster midweek scale
📍 BMFA Buckminster
£20
FREEViking Reenactment & Living History Weekly Meeting & Training
📍 Braunstone West Social Centre
FREETowpath Walk, Waterways Wellbeing - Kilby Bridge
📍 PaddlePlus
SOLD OUTTerry's Friday Birdwatching Walks
📍 Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre
Sold out at source
Community Planting Day, Markfield
📍 Tithe Green Natural Burial
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Walks & Outdoors Events in Leicester — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant walks & outdoors scene in Leicester with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates walks & outdoors events from across Leicester, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's walks & outdoors events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best walks & outdoorsexperiences Leicester has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many walks & outdoors events are on in Leicester?
There are currently 64 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Leicester. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming walks & outdoors in the city.
Are there free walks & outdoors events in Leicester?
Yes — 10 of the current walks & outdoors listings in Leicester are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find walks & outdoors events in Leicester this weekend?
Browse this weekend's walks & outdoors events in Leicester at /leicester/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for walks & outdoors events in Leicester?
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How often are walks & outdoors listings updated on EventsList?
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Walks & Outdoors Events in Leicester — Your Complete Guide
Leicester's outdoors and walking events calendar is a revelation, particularly for those who assume that city life means being cut off from nature. The city is surrounded by parks, canals, rivers, hills and green corridors that host a year-round programme of guided walks, nature days, cycling events and outdoor adventures.
Guided walks in and around Leicester cover everything from urban history and street art tours to wildflower foraging, birdwatching mornings, canal towpath ambles, and challenging hill walks in the surrounding countryside. Many are led by passionate local experts who bring the landscape alive with stories, ecology and history.
Running events, cycling sportives, wild swimming gatherings, and outdoor boot camps make use of the city's natural assets in a more active way, drawing participants of all fitness levels. Park runs — free, timed 5K events held every Saturday morning — are enormously popular and require only a free registration.
Outdoor events in Leicester are best enjoyed with appropriate footwear and clothing for changeable British weather. Many guided walks are free or donation-based, making them one of the most accessible activities in the city. Conservation volunteer days, clean-up events and citizen science projects also feature regularly in the Leicester outdoors calendar, combining fresh air with community purpose.