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Beacon Hill Summit – View from Buck Hill loop from Loughborough University

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Beacon Hill Summit – View from Buck Hill loop from Loughborough University

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Beacon Hill Summit – View from Buck Hill loop from Loughborough University

01:59

16.9km

330m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.58 km

Windmill Hill Windmill Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Situated on top of the highest hill in the village, the windmill has been there since the early 1800s. The oldest available photograph shows a wedding party gathered for a …

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7.64 km

Long Style

Forest

8.62 km

Broombriggs Woodlands and Landscape

Highlight • Natural

A lesser known hill than Beacon next door amd much quieter if thats what you prefer. In my personal opinion the views are much better though not 360 im afraid. …

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10.5 km

Llamas

Highlight • Natural

11.3 km

Beacon Hill Summit

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beacon Hill is a tremendous viewpoint and the second highest peak in Leicestershire. It showcases spectacular views of Charnwood Forest, the Soar Valley and beyond.

Situated just 2 miles from …

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15.1 km

View from Buck Hill

Highlight • Summit

This route heads uphill towards Buck Hill. You’ll reach a small ridge with fantastic views - an ideal spot to take a quick break.

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16.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.61 km

6.35 km

1.28 km

1.11 km

499 m

Surfaces

6.57 km

3.76 km

2.55 km

2.14 km

1.45 km

381 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Friday 10 July

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Beacon Hill Summit – View from Buck Hill loop from Loughborough University

Windmill Hill Windmill Ruins

Broombriggs Woodlands and Landscape

Llamas

Beacon Hill Summit

View from Buck Hill

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