Local Walks

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Ferrers Centre and the Ferrers Arms

Published: 8th March 2022

This month we take a lovely walk across part of the Staunton Harold Estate to the Ferrers Arms in Lount which takes around an hour and a half.  The route loops back through young woodland to pick up the well-made paths through the forestry beside the visitors’ car park. 

There is plenty of local history as the route passes by landmarks from the lives of those who have lived and worked on the Staunton Harold Estate.  You can stop en route at the Ferrers Arms or, if you prefer your refreshments after the walk, the Ferrers Centre, located close to the visitors’ car park, offers a range of food and drink. The walk starts from the visitors’ car park at Staunton Harold, the postcode is LE65 1RT.

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Around Thornton Reservoir

Published: 3rd February 2022

This month's walk visits Thornton reservoir, a beautiful spot with good paths that take you on a pretty walk following the banks of the reservoir.  There is a small, free, car park where you will usually see a variety of friendly ducks, geese and swans beside the shore.  Allow an hour to an hour and a half for this walk.

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Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Wood

Published: 10th January 2022

It’s now 10 years since this Woodland Trust site was planted to commemorate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.  Covering almost 200 hectares of land between Normanton, Ravenstone and Heather a walk here can take you through a wide range of habitats and this one uses a mix of the new hard paths around the lakeside combined with older footpaths that take in farmland and mature woodland. 

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Our top picks for a festive family walk

Published: 24th November 2021

This December, Liz Roberts shares her top locations for a festive family walk. 

These are all suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs & small people, so you can all get out together & enjoy the fresh air this season.

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A loop around Tunnel Woods

Published: 27th October 2021

This pretty stroll in the woodland between Albert Village and Church Gresley will take you over the top of the railway tunnel that the woods are named after and then round through Church Gresley Woods. The paths are usually well maintained with good surfaces and it’s all fairly easy walking. Allow about an hour to enjoy this walk. 

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Market Bosworth Park and Arboretum

Published: 2nd September 2021

This pretty stroll takes about an hour. The route will lead you around Market Bosworth Country Park, exploring the arboretum plus the Stew Ponds and Bow Pool. There are plenty of benches and open areas where you could picnic or, if you pop into the village centre, you’ll find a variety of pubs and cafes - perfect for after-walk refreshments. If you go on the 4th Sunday of the month you could combine your walk with a visit to Market Bosworth Farmers Market.

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Swannington Incline

Published: 28th July 2021

This interesting loop starts in the centre of Swannington near the Robin Hood pub and takes around 45 minutes.  The walk heads out on a byway towards Coalville before looping round to the Swannington Incline.  After taking in part of the permissive path along the incline the walk crosses fields to return to Swannington.  The Incline was built in 1832 and was used to transport coal from mines in Swannington, Coleorton and Peggs Green. It has been beautifully restored, is well maintained and has plenty of signboards telling you about the history of the area.  Your walk will take you by the site of the original engine house plus a section of railway track.

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Melbourne Pool

Published: 28th July 2021

This month we start our walk at Melbourne Pool – a very picturesque spot with ducks, geese, coots and moorhens. The paths are generally very well marked, dogs may need to be on lead in places. If you fancy refreshments after your walk there are tea rooms close to the car park. This is a lovely walk which took me around an hour and a half.  

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Grace Dieu Woods and Priory

Published: 24th May 2021

This is a really pretty walk and there is lots to see and do as you explore the area around the ruins and the pretty stream.

The paths are mostly very good but the first bit beside the stream can become muddy after wet weather.

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Exploring Beacon Hill

Published: 16th April 2021

Beacon Hill Country Park is a beautiful spot and there is lots to see and do on this walk making it great for a family trip out.  En route you can spot the chainsaw carvings and explore the spooky rhododendron labyrinth.  The paths are all good, however be prepared for a bit of a climb. The walk takes a little under 90 minutes but there are plenty of good places to stop and enjoy a picnic and also a cafe at the lower car park. 

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Sutton Cheney & Bosworth Battlefield loop

Published: 26th March 2021

A fabulous Easter holiday walk which should appeal to all the family. Sutton Cheney Wharf is situated on the Ashby Canal and has a waterside café. At Bosworth Battlefield there is a wealth of information relating to the battle plus the Battlefield Heritage Centre, including the 1485 Tithe Tea Rooms, serving refreshments (with reduced hours due to Covid).

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Donisthorpe Country Park - Tots included!

Published: 16th March 2021

If you are fed up with mud then try this great walk that uses the hard paths around Donisthorpe Country Park.  It’s an easy route that is suitable for the whole family, including little ones in pushchairs, You can explore Moira Furnace, see ducks and swans (and maybe a kingfisher if you are very lucky) along the Ashby Canal or play pooh sticks at the little stream part way round.   Allow around 45 mins for the walk but plenty more if you have little ones who like to explore.

 

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