The Battlefields & Borderlands Way

A 42-Mile Circular Walk Through Leicestershire and Warwickshire

Explore one of the most fascinating historical walking routes in the Midlands with The Battlefields & Borderlands Way. This full-colour walking guide takes you on a 42-mile circular walk through the borderlands of Leicestershire and Warwickshire, combining beautiful countryside with over 2,000 years of English history.

Written by local historians Eddie Smallwood and Michael Dix, the book guides walkers through picturesque villages, rural landscapes and sites connected to Roman Britain, the Dane Law, the Battle of Bosworth, the English Civil War, Quaker history, canals, railways and the Industrial Revolution.

Ideal for walkers, local history enthusiasts and visitors to the Bosworth area, this detailed guide includes route maps, historical information and practical walking advice. The route follows public footpaths, bridleways, byways and quiet country lanes, making it perfect for those looking to discover some of the best circular walks in Leicestershire and Warwickshire.

Featuring full-colour illustrations and a fold-out map inside the back cover, The Battlefields & Borderlands Way is both a practical walking guide and a unique journey through the landscapes that helped shape England’s history.

Whether you’re planning a long-distance walk, exploring the Bosworth Battlefield area, or looking for a walking book about Leicestershire’s heritage, this guide is an essential companion.

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