Crackley Wood
Crackley Woods is a great walk for you and your dog. Located in Kenilworth, this peaceful 14 hectares of woodland is the ideal spot for a muddy stroll. A flat path leads you around the reserve, or alliteratively you can explore the more rustic, untouched routes and follow your dog’s nose as they sniff out shaded paths and grassy opening clearings. There are several layby’s surrounding the woodlands offering space for parking and alternative entrances leading you into the forest. The space is tranquil, unspoilt and popular with dog walkers. It’s an ideal pit stop when visiting Kenilworth Castle and can be combined nicely with a drink or two at the Clarendon Arms.
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Parliament Piece
Parliament Piece is a nature reserve with open grassland, impressively tall trees, old hedgerows and a pond. Located on the edge of Kenilworth, off Upper Spring Lane, it is 6 hectares of relatively flat land with informal paths and accessible via stiles. Dogs must be kept on the lead when seasonal grazing animals are at the reserve. Take your walk further and stroll through Kenilworth Old Town and grab a bite to eat at either The Queen and Castle or Deli on the Hill
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Kenilworth Greenway Loop
The Kenilworth Greenway loop, located in Kenilworth near to Coventry, is an 11.6km loop of partially paved pathway. Parking is available at Crackley woods, you can also gain access via the woods or from the main road. Alternatively, you can park at Abbey Fields, but a charge will apply. The scenic route is peaceful and serene, surrounded by trees and shrubbery and perfect for dogs. The greenway runs from Crackley Wood to Burton Green and this straight trail can be used as a shorter alternative.
Please be aware that HS2 has currently taken control of part of the greenway near Burton Green, as they begin construction on a tunnel. They will be connecting existing local footpaths and setting up signed diversions of public rights of way as alternative routes for Greenway users, more information can be found here; s3-eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/commonplace-customer-assets/hs2inwarwicks/
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Kenilworth Castle and Abbey Fields
The beautiful and historic Kenilworth Castle is located in the center of Kenilworth town. You can enjoy a walk around the castle walls and if you cross over the road can enjoy a wonder through Abbey Fields too. There are several car parks you can chose from, one is located at Abbey Fields, you could park at the castle or Bray’s car park off Castle Road. Abbey Fields is home to grassy slopes, a lake, play area and a café, the perfect destination for the whole family. You could combine your walk with a coffee and a cake at Deli on the Hill or pop in for lunch at the Clarendon Arms. Dogs are welcome but must be kept under control and there is a little brook where dogs can cool their feet on a hot summer’s day.
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Kenilworth Castle and Farmland Loop
This walk starts from the historic Kenilworth Castle and loops round through farmland and countryside. For part of the way, you will pass distinctive black Millennium Way waymarkers. The loop is roughly 10km in distance and parking is available at the castle, or opposite at the pay and display car park, located just off Castle Road behind the castle. The trail is dog friendly, but you must be aware of livestock. Walk from Kenilworth castle over to Oak Farm, Goodrest Farm, over to Deer Park Farm and back to the castle via Fernhill Farm. Pop into the Queen and Castle afterwards for a bite to eat or a drink or enjoy a coffee and a cake at Deli on the Hill. This scenic route is very picturesque and flat but there are some uneven spots over the fields.
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