Walks & Outdoors Events in Leicester
81 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 August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 81 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Leicester, Leicestershire, including 5 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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Back to School
📍 Charnwood Museum
FREEOpen Studios (Free)
📍 Leather Conservation Centre
Beats & Feets August Run
📍 Ticknall Village Hall Car Park
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BMFA F5J National Championships
📍 BMFA Buckminster
£15
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Ferrer's Household Living History
📍 Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
From £3.00
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Wargaming
📍 Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Exploring Roman Connections walking tour
📍 Leicester Cathedral
£8.50
Wildlife Walk and Craft Session at Foxton Locks
📍 Foxton Locks
FREEGroup Walk: Street Art in the City - Murals and More 2026
📍 Leicester Town Hall Square, off Horsefair Street (close to the Bike Park)
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BMFA Silent Flight Nationals F3L/F5L
📍 BMFA Buckminster
Nature Walk
📍 Mill Lane
Free - £6.13
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BMFA National Championships Combat.
📍 BMFA Buckminster
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BMFA C/L Nationals
📍 BMFA Buckminster
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BMFA Control Line Nationals Aerobatics
📍 BMFA Buckminster
FREELeicestershire Round Bike Ride 2026
📍 Cafe Ventoux
Hidden Histories: Leicester’s Medieval Mementoes
📍 Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
£7.00
Snibston Colliery Tours – A Coal Miner’s Story.
📍 Snibston Colliery Park
£8.00
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SAM 35 Power Strugglers
📍 BMFA Buckminster
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Bowden Trophy and Stan Horne Shield
📍 BMFA Buckminster
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Buckminster Power Strugglers
📍 BMFA Buckminster
Terry's Friday Birdwatching Walks
📍 Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre
£5.73 - £11.06
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Scale Nationals
📍 BMFA Buckminster
Rutland Local History & Record Society - Village Visit to Manton
📍 Manton Village Hall, Rutland
£7.00
Park Life – The Hidden Heritage in Leicester’s Green Spaces by Mathew Morris
📍 The Guildhall
£6.00
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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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How many walks & outdoors events are on in Leicester?
There are currently 81 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 — 5 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?
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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.