By Car:
From Leicester: Take the A5199 (Welford Road) heading south, then follow signs for Wistow. It's about a 15-minute drive from Leicester city centre.
From Birmingham: Take the M6 and M69, then follow signs for Leicester. After joining the A5199, follow directions toward Wistow. The journey should take around 1 hour.
From Nottingham: Take the A46 towards Leicester, then switch to the A6 and follow signs for Wistow via the A5199. The drive is about 50 minutes.
Parking is free and plentiful at Wistow Maze, making it a stress-free option for families arriving by car.
By Train:
From Leicester Railway Station: Trains to Leicester run regularly from major cities like London, Birmingham, and Nottingham. Once you arrive at Leicester station, you can take a taxi directly to Wistow Maze, which is about 9 miles away (approximately a 20-minute taxi ride).
Alternatively, you can hop on a bus from Leicester city centre to reach Wistow Maze. The station is well connected, and trains typically run hourly from many locations, so it’s an easy option for families looking for public transport.
By Bus:
If you’re travelling by bus, there are regular services from Leicester and the surrounding areas. Here’s how to get there:
From Leicester City Centre: You can take the Arriva Bus 44 or Arriva Bus 44A from Leicester Haymarket Bus Station, heading towards Fleckney. Get off at the Kilby Bridge stop, and from there, Wistow Maze is about a 25-minute walk through the beautiful countryside.
Wistow Maze also has a bus stop opposite the maze where you can get the number 49 bus from Fleckney to Leicester.