7 Perfect picnic spots to visit in Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland this Summer

Looking for a new picnic spot to try this summer? We've come up with a list of great places throughout Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland for you to try!

Watermead Country Park - LCC Area

A pretty and peaceful park with great views of the lake, this spot is ideal for summertime picnics! With cycling routes, wildflower meadows, a thriving nature reserves and woodland area, a trip to Watermead will make you feel at one with nature.

Bradgate Park - Charnwood

This public park in the heart of Charnwood Forest covers over 850 acres, so there's plenty of room for all the family when visiting! Whether you take a gentle stroll around the park, hike up the hills to enjoy the views, or even share your picnic with the resident deer, a trip to Bradgate Park is always is a fun day out!

Cutts Close Park - Rutland

Cutts Close Park is the largest park in Oakham, and used to be the ponds and garden area of Oakham Castle, making it a very popular choice for local residents. Every Sunday throughout summer, there's live music in the bandstand, providing joy and entertainment to those on a picnic.

Welland Park - Harborough

Welland Park is a local green park to enjoy with tonnes of fun facilities for the kids including a skate park, tennis courts, table tennis zone and more! Explore the rose and sensory gardens that the park has to offer, and even stop off for a bite to eat at the local park cafe.

Rutland Water - Rutland

Enjoy over 4,200 acres of what Rutland has to offer. With many scenic walks to choose from, bikes available to hire, and a play area for kids, you'll be spoilt for choice at Rutland Water! Don't worry if you forget to bring your picnic, as you can enjoy tasty food from Waterside cafe.

Market Bosworth Country Park - Hinckley & Bosworth

With gorgeous grassland, a cute little pond and designated family picnic area (for those that don't like to sit on the grass), Market Bosworth Country Park is a great place to visit for a family day out this summer! Many short walking routes are available, so be sure to go for a gentle stroll after you've tucked into your sandwiches!

Brocks Hill Country Park - Oadby & Wigston

At this park you can choose to dine among woodland, meadows, by an orchard and even a pond! The park covers 67 acres and has a network of wheelchair and pram-friendly paths, plus two play areas inspired by the natural environment and a dedicated den building area – perfect for families with young children.

If you visit any of these parks this summer, remember to submit a photo to the Active Together Community Gallery! Enter images of your favourite place to go for a picnic, and tell us why this picnic spot is important to you! You can access the Community Gallery here.