# Willesley Woods
**Type:** Walk | **Location:** Willesley, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom
**Murphy Approved** ✓ — personally visited and approved by Murphy & Me
**Murphy & Me Rating:** 4.8/5 (space, sniff factor, facilities, ease)
## About
Woodland, space and a splash for Murphy — this one ticks a lot of boxes 🌳💦🐾

We did around 2.5 miles and only came across a couple of other dogs, which made it feel really relaxed. There are loads of different paths, so it's easy to find a bit more space if needed 👀

We also spotted some beautiful bluebells while we were there — definitely worth catching while they're in bloom🪻

Murphy experienced hail for the first time and it was still muddy in places if you go off the main paths — wellies recommended!

There's a lake, a picnic area, benches along the way and plenty of parking, which makes it an easy one to plan 😃

## Murphy's Verdict
*Reviewed by Murphy, Cavapoo and chief sniff tester at Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit*
> "Water, mud and zero regrets 💦🐶"
## Highlights
- Around 2.5 miles
- Quiet — only a couple of other dogs
- Loads of different paths
- Bluebells in bloom
- Lake for swimming
- Picnic area and benches
- Plenty of parking
- Muddy off main paths — wellies recommended
## Dog-Friendly Features
Free-Parking, Water / Swimming, Woodland, Off-Lead, Gravel Paths
## About This Review
Willesley Woods was personally visited by Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit, a trusted dog-friendly recommendation network covering Leicestershire and beyond. Every review is based on a genuine visit. No paid placements. Murphy approved where earned.
**Source:** [Willesley Woods on Murphy & Me](https://murphyandme.co.uk/walks/willesley-woods)
**Publisher:** Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit | murphyandme.co.uk
**Published:** 2026-05-31