River Lin

The River Lin is a river which runs through North Leicestershire. The source of the river is in Ulverscroft, near Charnwood Forest. The river runs through Bradgate Park before the river runs into the River Soar in Quorn. The river also feeds Cropston Reservoir and Swithland Reservoir. The river runs for around 17 kilometres between its source and confluence with the River Soar. The river is described as one of Leicestershire's shortest rivers.

River Lin
The River Lin running through Bradgate Park
Location within Leicestershire
Location
CountryEngland
CountyLeicestershire
Physical characteristics
SourceUlverscroft
MouthRiver Soar
  location
Quorn
  coordinates
52.74318°N 1.16381°W / 52.74318; -1.16381
Length17 km (11 mi)
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