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Alistair’s, Bignall’s and Jaguar Lount Woods

Alistair’s, Bignall’s and Jaguar Lount Woods

A community woodland with a network of cycle routes, bridle and footpaths. Off the B587, north-east of Ashby de la Zouch. Parking is available courtesy of Staunton Harold Estates at The Ferrers Centre.
Melbourne Rd, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1RU
0300 067 4340
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Ashby-de-la-Zouch Castle

Ashby-de-la-Zouch Castle

A ruined fortification in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. The castle played a prominent part in the Civil War. It began to attract visitors in the 19th century after Sir Walter Scott set a scene in his novel Ivanhoe there.

South St, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1BR
01530 413343
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Calke Abbey and Park

Calke Abbey and Park

(Photo courtesy of National Trust/Robert Morris)

Calke Abbey is a grade one listed country house near Ticknall in Derbyshire.  There are extensive grounds and walks available to the public and the Calke Explore Visitor Centre has seating, toilet facilities and refreshments.

Ticknall, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7JF
01332 863822
calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
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Cloud Trail – Cycling and Walking

Cloud Trail – Cycling and Walking

The Cloud Trail is part of the National Cycle Network but is used extensively by walkers.  Map available from the Tourist Information Centre Ashby de la Zouch.

Breedon Lane, Worthington, Leicestershire LE65 1RN
01530 411767
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Coleorton Wood

Coleorton Wood

Coleorton Wood is a six-hectare mixed, young woodland planted during the early days of The National Forest on the site of the former “Bug and Wink” colliery. It is owned and managed by Coleorton Parish Council. There are several seats and picnic tables throughout the wood. A local group of volunteers undertake various work in line with the Council’s woodland management plan. You can see what the volunteers do on their Facebook page

Pitt Lane, (Off The Moor) Coleorton LE67 8FS
Conkers Outdoor Adventures

Conkers Outdoor Adventures

120 acres of indoor and outdoor activities with over 100 interactive exhibits for the whole family.

Rawdon Road, Moira Nr. Ashby-de-la-Zouch Derbyshire DE12 6GA
01283 216 633 (ext. 0)
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Dimminsdale Nature Reserve

Dimminsdale Nature Reserve

A 24 hectares nature reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest owned by Severn Trent Water and managed by the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.

Staunton Harold hall, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire LE65 1RT
0116 262 9968
info@lrwt.org.uk
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New Lount Nature Reserve

New Lount Nature Reserve

New Lount Nature Reserve is an extensive area of woodland and lakes on the site of the New Lount Colliery, the shortest-lived colliery in the area which opened in 1924 and closed in 1968. The nature reserve is owned by Leicestershire County Council. The Coleorton and New Lount volunteer group helps to manage the nature reserve as well as Coleorton Wood. You can see what the volunteers do on their Facebook page .

Free car park, open daily from 9am–4pm Pedestrian access is available outside of these hours.

Melbourne Road, Newbold Coleorton, LE67 8JH
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Staunton Harold Reservoir

Staunton Harold Reservoir

A 210 acre reservoir build in 1964 and managed by Severn Trent.  It has a visitor centre and wildflower meadow.

Calke Road, Melbourne, Derbyshire, DE73 8DN
01332 865081
staunton.foremark@severntrent.co.uk
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Swannington Heritage Trust

Swannington Heritage Trust

Swannington Heritage Trust manages a number of industrial heritage sites including a restored windmill, Swannington Incline (part of Robert Stephenson’s railway) and archaeological excavations of Victorian coal mining buildings.

St George’s Hill, Swannington, Leicestershire LE67 8QW
07779 275 762
Swanningtonchair@hotmail.com
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The Griffy Well

The Griffy Well

Griffy Well is a natural spring and was a water source for villagers until the 1930s when mains water was supplied to Griffydam.

Bottom Road, Griffydam LE67 8HB
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The National Forest

The National Forest

Part of Worthington parish sits within the National Forest, encompassing 200 square miles across Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire.  Apart from the nearly 9 million trees planted to date, there are may attractions to visit and activities to take part in.

01283 551211
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The Round House

The Round House

Grade II listed building and scheduled Ancient Monument.  Used as a temporary holding place for offenders in the 19th century.  The building can be opened by appointment.  Contact the parish clerk clerk@worthington-pc.gov.uk

Church Street, Worthington LE65 1RE
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