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THE NATIONAL FOREST
WALKING FESTIVAL
14th-26th May 2022
Walks for all ages and abilities
A wide variety of walks and outdoor activities
Beautiful places to explore
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WELCOME BACK
to the National Forest Walking Festival
With huge thanks to our We hope you were able to make use
wonderful volunteers, who each of the self-led walking guide we put
year give up their time to lead and together last year, and that you have
guide walks for our Festival, we been out and explored new walks
are delighted to be able to put on and woodlands in the National
our annual programme of walking Forest. We have included some
and outdoor activities, after a two- of this information in this year’s
year break. brochure, for year-round inspiration.
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National Walking month falls during Look out for the surprising range of
May, and we think this is one of the wildlife in and around the Forest,
best times of the year to be outdoors. and marvel at the geological stories
The drama of spring blossom, the beneath your feet. We have included
heady scent of bluebells carpeting many ‘wildlife’ themed walks in our
ancient woods, and the chance to programme this year to celebrate
see wildlife in abundance are all and learn about nature. We hope you
wonderful for the mind and soul. enjoy them!
The National Forest is the boldest
environmentally led regeneration project in
the country. Three decades of forest creation
and 9 million trees in the ground – so far –
demonstrate to the whole country how trees
transform landscapes, communities and the
economy.
By creating a forest, the National Forest
Company and all its partners and
communities are growing the future together,
a positive response to the climate crisis and
showing real sustainability in action.
You can support the Forest through a
donation, or volunteer your time to help with
managing our woodlands and maintaining
our walking routes. Thank you!
For more information
visit www.nationalforest.org
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Y/EAT/DRINK/STAY/EAT/D ?
Don’t forget to
refuel yourself
after your walk
From locally produced foods to traditionally brewed beers,
the Forest is bursting with local flavours and quality produce
Discover delicious
food and some great
places to enjoy it
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DRINK/STAY/EAT/DRINK/S
Hilton St George's Park
Why not turn your Walking
Festival adventure into a mini-
break and get the most out of The Dandelion Hideaway
your time in the National Forest
or make a return trip - there is
so much to see and do
Whether you prefer breakfast in
bed or dinner outdoors, when
it comes to accommodation we Forest Lodges at Rosliston Forestry Centre
have it covered. From cosy village
guesthouses to log cabins in
woodland glades, you’ll find
the warmest welcome here in
the National Forest
For more information on the many things to see and do, visit:
South Derbyshire Visitor Information Centre,
1 High Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 8JG
Our friendly visitor information staff will help you find and book
the perfect accommodation for your visit and provide full details
of attractions, events and eateries plus travel information
Visit South Derbyshire
Tel: 01283 223333 Email: info@visitsouthderbyshire.co.uk or visit
www.visitsouthderbyshire.co.uk
Knights Lodges of Bretby Chestnut Lodge, Mercia Marina The Trees at Birkins Croft
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For more information visit www.nationalforesttrek.co.uk
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National Forest Walks
The National Forest Company has created a range of promoted circular walks
across the Forest. Ranging in length from five to fifteen miles, they explore the
best of the heritage, wildlife, scenery and culture that the Forest has to offer.
Each walk has its own downloadable leaflet containing a map of the route,
detailed directions for how to follow it and information on places of interest
along the walk.
A new range of
leaflets has been
produced with
updated information,
and there are two new
walks to enjoy!
Find them on our website
www.nationalforest.org/get-involved/promoted-walks
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Teddy Walks
These are ideal for families with
young children. Download the
maps from the South Derbyshire
District Council website, then
follow these 1 mile routes as you
read the story of Bertie Bear’s
adventure in each location.
There are 9 to choose from!
Also, look out for led walks of
these throughout the year when
the real Bertie Bear will lead a
group around a chosen location.
www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/our-
services/things-to-do-and-places-
to-visit/get-active/teddy-trails
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Nature Walks
Immerse yourself
in nature by taking
a walk around your
local Wildlife Trust
Nature Reserve.
Here is a lovely
example at Branston
Leas Nature Reserve.
This 6km (4 miles) walk
takes you along the bank
of the River Trent and
round the developing
Branston Leas Nature
Reserve. You will walk
alongside new woodland
and areas of open
countryside and enjoy
some lovely views of both
the river and distant hills.
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From the back of the Riverside Hotel enter Continue ahead, keeping the hedge on
the Nature Reserve by walking over the small your right. The path follows the line of the
bridge to the right of a large willow tree. Turn hedge as it turns left then right and then
right and follow the footpath until it veers straight on to the River Trent. (At this point
left at the top corner of the Reserve. the National Forest Way follows the path to
the right and provides an interesting detour
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Continue along the edge of the Reserve, towards Walton alongside Tucklesholme
parallel to the railway line, passing several Nature Reserve).
fruit trees along the way.
At the river turn left to walk along the river
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Eventually you will reach a bridge over bank for approximately 1.5 km until the path
the railway which provides access to the veers slightly left, crosses a small stream, and
Branston Leas Housing Estate. At this point then veers right to take you back onto the
your route starts to follow the National river bank .
Forest Way. Follow the path for another
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500m to the end of the field. Continue ahead, following the river and
passing the small stone path to the Peace
Turn left before the gate in the corner of Wood on your left, until you reach the small
4 the field and follow the hedge around the bridge at the Riverside Hotel.
edge of the field as it bears right. In the next
corner of the field, head straight on over the
For more information about Wildlife
wooden bridge, climbing the stiles either
side of it.
Trusts throughout the National Forest
and beyond, go to www.wildlifetrusts.org
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Bluebell Walks
Join us to enjoy the beauty of nature by
coming to see the bluebells in bloom.
Booking essential. Sunday 8th May 2022
A Bluebell Nordic Walk at Lady
Please call 07502 576764 Hay Wood, LE6 0GQ
Sunday 1st May 2022 Starting at 10am
A Bluebell Nordic Walk at
Burroughs Wood, LE6 OLF Monday 9th May 2022
Starting at 1pm A Bluebell Nordic Walk at Lady
Hay Wood, LE6 0GQ
Monday 2nd May 2022 Starting at 1pm
A Bluebell Nordic Walk at
Burroughs Wood, LE6 OLF
Please call 01332 863822 or email
Starting at 1pm
calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
Wednesday 4th May 2022
A Bluebell Nordic Walk at
Wednesday 25th May 2022
Blooming Bluebells at Calke
Swithland, LE12 8TN
Abbey, DE73 7JF
Starting at 1.30pm
Starting at 2pm
Friday 6th May 2022
Please note that given the change in climate and the
A Bluebell Nordic Walk at unpredictability of bluebells we cannot guarantee
Burroughs Wood, LE6 OLF that the bluebells will be in full bloom. The dates
Starting at 5pm have been agreed in consultation with experts to try
and provide the best experience for all.
Nordic Walking
Ministry of Nordic Walks Community Group is offering the Nordic Walking
UK "Power of Poles" 90 minute course for the price of £15 in the run up
to the festival. The course teaches the basics of Nordic walking and once
completed allows walkers to book online for all Nordic walks throughout
the UK offered by Nordic Walking UK as well as the all year round Nordic
walks provided by Ministry of Nordic Walks throughout Leicester and
Leicestershire.
Please contact them through their email ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
to be sent a link to all available dates and locations of these courses.www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk 11 Walking Festivals Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival 22nd April – 2nd May 2022 tourism@staffsmoorlands.gov.uk 01538 395530 www.facebook.com/StaffordshireMoorlandsTourism www.staffsmoorlandswalkingfestival.co.uk Chesterfield Area Walking Festival 14th – 22nd May 2022 Booking via Chesterfield Visitor Information Centre 01246 345777 or online www.chesterfieldwalkingfestival.co.uk Celebrate the Launch of the Trent Valley Way footpath 24th & 25th September 2022 The Trent Rivers Trust is promoting a 51km long section of the footpath with a weekend of guided walks along sections of the Trent Valley Way (TVW) 1st October Walk the whole 51km stretch of the TVW from Rugeley to Shardlow For more information or to register interest contact: alison@trentriverstrust.org
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A guide to the walks
Most walks are free and do not need to Walks are graded for difficulty:
be booked. Where there is a charge or
booking is required, details are listed EASY Routes suitable for most levels of fitness.
May be suitable for conventional wheelchairs and
under each walk.
pushchairs (please see individual walk key for more
You may find the following information information).
useful before attending a walk:
• Please wear suitable footwear and
LEISURELY Routes for reasonably fit
people. May include some unsurfaced rural paths.
clothing (a water proof jacket)
• Remember to bring any medication you MODERATE Walks for people with a good
may need level of fitness. May include some steep paths
• It is advisable to always carry a drink and open country and may be at a brisk pace.
• You may need to bring a packed lunch
(see individual walk key for more info) STRENUOUS Walks for experienced
country walkers with an above average level of
• Walkers aged 16 and under must be fitness. May include hills, rough country and be at
accompanied by an adult a brisk pace.
• If dogs are allowed on a walk (see
individual walk key for more info), they KEY Dogs allowed
must be kept on a lead at all times on a lead
K £ Car park fee
A Dogs not allowed
• All those taking part in a walk do so at £ Entrance fee
Bring water
their own risk Toilets available
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• Most walk leaders are volunteers lunch
d Wheelchair access
• Walks will start promptly Walking boots
s Pushchair access
Running shoes
Please be advised walkers may be taking y Children welcome
when accompanied by an adult
photographs on any of the festival walks, Wildlife Walk
which may be used in future publicity.
For more information please visit: www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk
or call Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222848Walks and Activities in the National Forest Walking Festival
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Saturday 14th May 4 Bretby Mineral Line
Start time 11am Leisurely
1 Branston Leas Nature Reserve
3.5 miles, 1.5 hours, 1 stiles
Start time 10am Leisurely STARTING POINT Old Post Centre - rear
4 miles, 2.5 hours, 1 stile car park DE11 0JY. Parking at Newhall Park
STARTING POINT The Pickle Pot Café, car park, Orchard St, DE11 0JS
Branston Square, DE14 3FU Car parking is A leisurely walk past The Klondyke onto the
available on Branston Square. route of the old Bretby Mineral Line, exiting
A leisurely, guided stroll providing an opportunity by Swadlincote Rifle Club. Mix of woodland,
to explore the maturing Branston Leas Nature pavements and meadows. Includes 22 steps
Reserve and learn about some of the wildlife down to the mineral line and 1 easy stile.
now found on the Reserve. The route follows the y
perimeter of the Reserve alongside the woodland
areas and includes a stretch along the River Trent.
5 Markfield’s Marvels Nordic Walk
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Start time 2pm Leisurely
2 Rangemore Village to Yoxall Park 3 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
Circular Walk STARTING POINT Markfield Community
Start time 10am Moderate Centre LE67 9ST Car park on site.
5 miles, 4 hours, 22 stiles Perfect walk for those new to Nordic walking.
STARTING POINT Rangemore Village Car Led by a qualified Nordic walking instructor.
Booking essential. Poles will be provided.
Park opposite the church, DE13 9RW Grid
Experience the winding walk up to one of the
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highest points in Leicestershire through this
The walk will take us through a variety of habitats beautiful old quarrying village. Wonderful
and will provide views across Staffordshire. We panoramic views to be seen on a clear day.
will walk though part of the ancient Forest of Booking required. Please call 07502 576764 or
Needwood following the National Forest Way in email ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
some parts. There will be plenty of time allowed for £3 for walk + £1 payable
birdwatching and to enjoy other flora and fauna.
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Tea and biscuits available at the end of the walk at
the playing fields community garden pavilion. 6 Billa Barra Hill Nature Nordic Walk
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3 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles
Exploring the old and new in the STARTING POINT Billa Barra Hill Car Park
3 Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee LE67 9TA
Wood A great walk for those new to Nordic walking
Start time 10.30am Leisurely where the poles will help climbing the hill
4 miles, 2.5 hours, 3 stiles for the spectacular views. Led by a qualified
Nordic walking instructor there is plenty to see
STARTING POINT Woodland Trust Car Park and discover in this little known ecologically
on Heather Lane, ½ mile South East of significant site. Booking essential. Poles will be
LE67 2TJ Woodland Trust car park opposite provided. Please call 07502 576764 or email
Cattow’s wind turbine ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
A tour of the main features of the Queen Elizabeth £ on the day if hiring poles
£3 for walk + £1 payable
Diamond Jubilee Wood. Includes lake, bird hide,
art features and ancient woodland. Mainly on
gravel and grass paths over rolling countryside.
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Sunday 15th May 9 Jessop’s Tramway & Coleorton
Horse Drawn Railway
7 Spires and Stiles Start time 2pm Leisurely
Start time 10am Moderate 3.75 miles, 2 hours, 23 stiles
9 miles, 6 hours, 10+ stiles STARTING POINT Hough Mill, St George’s
STARTING POINT Rosliston Forestry Hill, Swannington LE67 8QW Car park on site
Centre, outside the Hub Café DE12 8JX Car From Hough Mill we follow parts of Jessop’s
park on site, £4 all day Tramway towards Thringstone. Then cross coun-
A circular walk with a rural feel, taking in try to Coleorton and back to the Mill tracing Sir
a number of developing National Forest George Beaumont’s 1833 horse drawn railway.
woodlands. The numerous local churches each Please note: some fields and unmade tracks
have very distinctive spires, providing excellent might be muddy after rain. Donations to the Trust
landmarks. We will start and finish at Rosliston are appreciated. Booking Essential. Please call
Forestry Centre, with education and leisure 07474610112 or email Swanningtonwalks@
facilities plus diverse habitats including ponds gmail.com
and meadows. Possible pub stop en route. [] y
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10 Geological Treasures of Shepshed
8 Martinshaw Woods to Groby Pool Start time 2pm Leisurely
Nordic Walk 4 miles, 3 hours, 2 stiles
STARTING POINT Morley Quarry Car Park
Start time 10am Leisurely
LE12 9EU
5.5 miles, 3 hours, 0 stiles
Join the Charnwood Forest Geopark team for a
STARTING POINT Martinshaw Woods LE6 guided hike through the amazing 600 million
0LS Car park on site or on Markfield Road year old history of the Shepshed area. Discover
Perfect walk for those new to Nordic walking. some of the oldest rocks in England, and travel
Led by a qualified Nordic walking instructor. back in time to when Leicestershire lay at the
Booking essential. Poles will be provided. centre of a giant sandy desert!
Experience the ancient woodlands of Charnwood
Forest before heading over towards Groby
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Pool on this circular walk that has plenty to see
along the way. Pub lunches available if pre- 11 History Walk to Grace Dieu Priory
booked. Please call 07502 576764 or email
Start time 3pm Leisurely
ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
2 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles
£ on the day if hiring poles
£4 for walk + £1 payable
STARTING POINT Bull's Head, Thringstone
car park LE67 8LT Car par on site
Walk through part of Grace Dieu Wood, under
the Charnwood Forest Railway, along part of
The Forest Line Canal and into the picturesque
ruins of Grace Dieu Priory, a 13th century
nunnery. Learn about the area's history along
the way.
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Monday 16th May 14 Horninglow & Eton
12 Martinshaw Woods Shinrin Yoku Start time 10.30am Leisurely
Nordic Walk 2.5-3 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Horninglow Road Basin,
Start time 10am Leisurely
Horninglow Road DE14 2PT On-street
2 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles
parking available
STARTING POINT Martinshaw Woods LE6
Come and enjoy our social wellbeing walk that
0LS Car park on site or on Markfield Road runs through Shobnall, Horninglow and Eton
A great walk for those new to Nordic walking districts of Burton upon Trent. Part of the walk
as well as the practice of Shinrin-Yoku (also includes the Kingfisher Trail that runs alongside
known as Forest Bathing but do not worry NO the Trent & Mersey Canal. It is a perfect setting
water is involved!). Led by a qualified Nordic to see narrow boats going through the locks,
walking instructor we will explore these ancient the various wildlife in their own habitat and
woodlands as well as find the restorative power the attractive views of the hills. The walk is
of the forest. Booking essential. Poles will be led by our trained volunteer walk leaders.
provided. Please call 07502 576764 or email Refreshments may be available depending on
ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com the route.
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13 Barton under Needwood x 2 Walks
Start time 10.15am Easy/Leisurely
2.5-3 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT St James Church Hall Car
Park DE13 8HY
Barton under Needwood is a large village in
Staffordshire, a mile from the A38 between Burton
upon Trent and Lichfield. Barton offers a wide
variety of wellbeing walks that take in the sights
of the village, local countryside and the large
marina complex on the Trent & Mersey Canal,
home to many narrow boats, various shops and
other facilities. We offer two walks to the group
so they can choose an easy or leisurely one. All 15 Meadowside Leisure Centre
of our walks are led by volunteer leaders and
Start time 11.30am Leisurely
afterwards the group enjoy refreshments at the
Marina Café.
2.5-3 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Meadowside Leisure
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Display Car Park, voucher part of ticket can
be reimbursed at Reception
The Trent Washlands, as the name suggests, lies
on the floodplain of the River Trent. The route
may vary due to the weather but still offers
plenty to look at from the sculpture trail, Cherry
Orchards, Centenary Woodland and plenty
more. After the enjoyable walk the group meet
for lunch at Burton Library (optional).
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16 Martinshaw Woods Nordic Nature
Walk
Start time 12pm Leisurely
1.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Martinshaw Woods LE6
0LS Car park on site or on Markfield Road
A great walk for those new to Nordic walking. Led
by a qualified Nordic walking instructor we will
explore these ancient woodlands looking at the
different trees, flora and fauna. Booking essential.
Poles will be provided. Please call 07502
576764 or email ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.
com
£3 for walk + £1 payable
£ on the day if hiring poles
17 Martinshaw Woods Shinrin Yoku
Nordic Walk
Start time 1pm Leisurely
2 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Martinshaw Woods LE6
0LS Car park on site or on Markfield Road
A great walk for those new to Nordic walking
as well as the practice of Shinrin-Yoku (also
known as Forest Bathing but do not worry NO
water is involved!). Led by a qualified Nordic
walking instructor we will explore these ancient
woodlands as well as find the restorative power
of the forest. Booking essential. Poles will be
provided. Please call 07502 576764 or email
ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
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Tuesday 17th May 20 Stapenhill x3 Walks
18 Forest Bathing Start time 10.30am Easy/Leisurely
Start time 10am Leisurely 1 & 2.5-3.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
1-2 miles, 2.5 hours, 0 stiles STARTING POINT The Band Stand, Stapenhill
STARTING POINT Calke Explore Car Park, Gardens DE15 9AP Small car park and on-
Ticknall, Derby DE73 7JF street parking available
Join me on a mindful walk to immerse Stapenhill offers three graded walks every
yourself and your senses in beautiful natural week, including a bench to bench well-being
surroundings and experience feelings of walk, a leisurely one and a moderate one for
peace and connection which can enhance your the more energetic walkers. There are many
wellbeing. When we give our head permission different routes to explore taking in Stapenhill
to slow down our body and mind shift into Gardens and Hollows, the Trent Washlands,
restoration and repair mode. Forest Bathing Centenary Woodlands and Leicester Line
is a simple tool to help you reduce stress and Bridge. The moderate walkers also include the
anxiety with a powerful effect. There are many woodland at the top of Elms Road and many
other health benefits that are backed up by other different routes. All of the walks are led
scientific research. Admission charges apply by volunteer walk leaders. After the walks
to the park and garden (free for National Trust finish the groups meet up at the Stapenhill
members). Please visit the Calke Abbey website Institute for a well-deserved brew.
for full prices. Booking required. Please call
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07949 830571 or email aaandrene@gmail.com
[] A £ 21 Eureka Heritage Walk
Start time 10.30am Easy
19 Feel Good in the Forest less than 1 mile, 1 hour, 0 stiles
Start time 10am Easy STARTING POINT Eureka Park Memorial
1.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles Gates on Midland Road, Swadlincote
DE11 0AN Parking at Bus Station Car Park,
STARTING POINT Beacon Hill Lower Car Civic Way, Swadlincote DE11 0AH 3 hours
Park LE12 8TA Car park on site Free Car Parking
Everyone deserves the chance to enjoy nature.
Leisurely led walk through Eureka Park. Learn
In this walk, the Charnwood Forest Geopark
the history of Eureka Park and reflect on how
team will be partnering with Charnwood Arts
the park has evolved through the years.
and the Safe, Well, Happy Group to explore
together how we can make the beautiful [] y ds
Charnwood Forest landscape more accessible
for those with learning difficulties. Places
limited and booking is essential.
22 The Trent Valley Way
Email nicola.middler@charnwoodarts.com Start time 2pm Leisurely
[] AK £ £3 for 1-2 hours 6 miles, 2 hours, 3 stiles
STARTING POINT Alrewas village
DE13 7EW Village on-street parking
A circular walk introducing the Trent Valley Way
footpath and some of its wildlife. It will include
walking along the river in the grounds of the
National Memorial Arboretum, the canal towpath
and the village of Alrewas.
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Wednesday 18th May
23 Achille Wood and Farm Walk
25 Charnwood Nature Reserve
Start time 2pm Leisurely
2 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles Start time 9.30am Moderate
STARTING POINT Hill Farm, Spring Lane, 7 miles, 3.5 hours, 7 stiles
Packington LE65 1WU Car park on-site STARTING POINT Mount St Bernard’s
Take a leisurely stroll around the farm and Abbey LE67 5UL Car park on-site
woodland, taking in Canadian Bison, red Deer, Making use of public and permissive paths, this
Alpacas and many more. Finish with a visit to walk covers Charnwood Nature Reserve, and
Antlers and Alpaca coffee and gift shop for encompasses Charley Wood, Burrow Wood and
brunch or refreshments. Cat Hill wood. Hopefully plenty of Bluebells
on display. Booking required. Please text your
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24 Stapenhill Hollows Evening Walk 26 Rolleston on Dove x 2 Walks
Start time 6.45pm Leisurely
Start time 10.30am Easy/Leisurely
2-2.5 miles, 1 hour, 3 stiles
2.5-3 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT The Stapenhill Hollows
STARTING POINT Spread Eagle Car Park,
Car Park DE15 On street parking available
Rolleston Road DE13 9BE On-street
Stapenhill Hollows evening walk is a great parking available
way to relax after a busy, stressful day. We
have a wide range of walks available (weather Walk through the picturesque village of
permitting) which include Stapenhill Gardens, Rolleston on Dove and take in the various sights
the Ferry Bridge, Trent Washlands, Centenary from the Alder Brook stream to the surrounding
Woodland, Leicester Line Bridge and many more. countryside. It’s also the home of the Jinnie
One of the routes includes walking next to the Trail, a former railway line in a man-made valley
River Trent into Stapenhill Gardens where you which closed in 1968. Since then it has been
can take in the sights of the beautiful floral created into a rural walk, where you can still
planted displays, the local wildlife and also see parts of the old station. The two walks, one
the swan statue which was built in 1953 and shorter than the other, are led by our volunteer
is known as an iconic landmark for residents walk leaders and take approximately 45-60
and visitors to the town. All walks are led by minutes to complete. After the walk the group
volunteer leaders. enjoy refreshments at the Rolleston Club.
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27 Yoxall 28 Lunchbreak: Forest Bathing Taster
Start time 10.45am Leisurely Start time 12.30pm Easy
2-2.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles 1 mile, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Savey Lane, outside STARTING POINT Rosliston Forestry
Health Centre DE13 8PD On-street parking Centre, next to the outdoor classroom
available DE12 8JX Car park on site, £4 all day
Yoxall is a picturesque village south west of A short, relaxing walk inviting you to connect with
Burton upon Trent, where Yoxall Bridge crosses nature. Led by a Nádúr certified Forest Bathing
the River Trent. With Yoxall being in the heart Guide, this 1-hour lunchbreak taster will give you a
of the countryside, you will find the walks very flavour of Shinrin Yoku, an evidence-based, nature
peaceful and there is always plenty to see. One inspired wellness practise. Immerse yourself in the
of the routes takes you up and along the windy forest atmosphere, reduce stress, anger and anxiety
lanes and right out into the countryside where and improve concentration, sleep, and creativity.
the views are stunning on a clear sunny day. All Bring warm clothes and something to sit/lie on.
walks are led by volunteer leaders and take place £5 per person. Booking required.
rain or shine. Please call 01283 535039 or email
rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk
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29 A Walk Around Whitwick
Start time 1.30pm Leisurely
2 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT The Old Station, North St,
Whitwick LE67 5HA On-street parking in
Church Lane, Whitwick
A guided village walk which links significant
historical sites in Whitwick and reveals
fascinating stories. The route, some of which
is hilly, follows footpaths around the village
centre. The walk ends back at the Old Station
with light refreshments and an opportunity to
see inside a unique building
(donations welcomed).
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30 Walk After Work Thursday 19th May
Start time 5pm Leisurely
2-3 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles 33 bRUNch Club Trail Therapy Run
STARTING POINT Calke Explore Welcome Start time 9.45am Moderate
Point DE73 7JF Calke Explore Car Park 5 miles, 1.25 hours, 5-6 stiles
Join a park guide for a leisurely walk taking in
STARTING POINT The Pavilion, Church
the parkland after hours, with dogs welcome.
Street, Donisthorpe DE12 7PX Car park on
Admission charges apply to the park and garden site
(free for National Trust members). Please visit
the Calke Abbey website for full prices. 'Trail Therapy' runs are runs at a chatty pace,
suitable for runners of all abilities. They are
[] y £ K£ a great way to improve your fitness, de-stress
and have fun in wonderful surroundings. The
runs take around an hour going at a pace that
31 Newton to Winshill circular walk is comfortable for everyone in the group. There
Start time 6pm Moderate are likely to be some moderate hills on most
3.5 miles, 1.5 hours, 8 stiles runs and you may encounter some muddy
sections. To book places visit
STARTING POINT Brickmakers Arms, 9-11 www.peakrunning.co.uk/guided-runs
Main St DE15 0SJ Rear of pub or on street
[] £ £4 per person
A circular walk, uphill out and downhill back,
on well-maintained paths, taking in ancient
hedgerows and expensive follies, giving
34 Tutbury x 2 Walks
stunning views over the National Forest and Start time 10am Leisurely
out to the Peak District. Booking required. 2-2.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
Please call 07432 608931 or email
STARTING POINT Monk Street next to car
bcvflowerman@gmail.com
park DE13 9NA Car park on-site
[] y Tutbury is a village 5 miles north of Burton upon
Trent surrounded by agricultural countryside
32 Martinshaw, Pear Tree & and full of local history. It hosts some fine
Burroughs Woods Nordic Walk Georgian and Regency buildings, one being
Start time 6.30pm Leisurely the half-timbered Dog & Partridge Hotel. Also
Tutbury Castle can be seen in the distance
3 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles
sitting on wooded slopes overlooking the
STARTING POINT Martinshaw Woods LE6 winding River Dove. Due to Tutbury’s location
0LS Car park on site or on Markfield Road there may be some slight inclines on the route.
A great walk for those new to Nordic walking. The two walks, one slightly shorter than the
Led by a qualified Nordic walking instructor we other, are led by our volunteer leaders. At the
will explore these ancient as well as modern end of the walk the groups meet up at the local
woodlands looking at the different trees, flora café in the High Street for a well-deserved brew.
and fauna. Booking essential. Poles will be [] A y
provided. Please call 07502 576764 or email
ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
£4 for walk + £1 payable
£ on the day if hiring polesThe National Forest
22 Walking Festival
35 Nordic Walking taster session 38 History Walk to Grace Dieu Priory
Start time 10am Moderate Start time 10am Leisurely
2.5 miles, 1 hour, o stiles 2 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Meet on picnic area at STARTING POINT Bull's Head, Thringstone
Rosliston Forestry Centre DE12 8JX Main car park LE67 8LT Car par on site
car park on site, £1.50 per hour, £4 all day Walk through part of Grace Dieu Wood, under
Nordic walking is walking with the use of the Charnwood Forest Railway, along part of
specialised poles. It burns up to 46%more The Forest Line Canal and into the picturesque
calories than normal walking by getting the ruins of Grace Dieu Priory, a 13th century
upper body involved, and also reduces stress nunnery. Learn about the area's history along
on the lower limbs. It is a great way to get the way.
active and have fun. Booking required. Please y s£ £3 per person
call 07977439309 or email Active.SD@
southderbyshire.gov.uk
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39 Ashby to Melbourne
Start time 10.45am Strenuous
36 Calke Estate Walk 7.5 miles, 4.25 hours, 5+ stiles
Start time 10am Moderate STARTING POINT Ashby Public Library
6-6.5 miles, 4 hours, >5 stiles LE65 1HU Car park North Street, Ashby
(Extension) £2.50 4hrs +
STARTING POINT Calke Explore Welcome
Point DE73 7JF Calke Explore Car Park A walk mainly along the National Forest Way
to Calke and then with good reservoir views to
A led walk starting at Calke Explore and the market town of Melbourne. The leader and
heading out into the wider estate, passing other walkers will be leaving Melbourne on
through wood pasture, woodland, and farmland, the 10:12am number 9 bus to Ashby. Walkers
with an abundance of wildflowers and wildlife can return to Ashby by bus. Please check the
to spot along the way. Admission charges apply Melbourne Footpaths Group website for the
to the park and garden (free for National Trust latest details because bus timetables may
members). Please visit the Calke Abbey change.
website for full prices. Booking required.
Please call 01332 863822 or email [] £ £2 per person
Calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
[] Ay £
37 Burrough Woods Nordic Nature
Walk
Start time 10am Leisurely
2 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Burroughs Woods Car
Park LE6 0LF
A great walk for those new to Nordic walking.
Led by a qualified Nordic walking instructor
we will explore these ancient woodlands
looking at the different trees, flora and
fauna. Booking essential. Poles will be
provided. Please call 07502 576764 or email
ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
£ £3 for walk + £1 payable
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40 Thornton Reservoir Nordic Nature
Friday 20th May
Walk 43 Cancer Support Thornton
Start time 11.30am Easy Reservoir Nordic Walk
2.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles Start time 10am Easy
STARTING POINT Thornton Reservoir Car 2.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
Park, Reservoir Road LE67 1AR STARTING POINT Thornton Reservoir Car
Perfect walk for the beginner Nordic walker. Park, Reservoir Road LE67 1AR
Led by a qualified Nordic walking instructor.
Come along and find out about some of
Booking essential. Poles will be provided.
the benefits of Nordic walking for those
Experience a lovely circular walk around this
living with cancer. Led by a qualified Nordic
reservoir with plenty of birdlife to see on the
walking instructor you will receive beginners’
water. Refreshments available afterwards
instruction as well as being able to talk with
nearby. Please call 07502 576764 or email
others who have found Nordic walking has
ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
helped them. Booking essential as limited
£
£3 for walk + £1 payable
[] on the day if hiring poles spaces. Poles provided. Refreshments available
nearby. Please call 07502 576764 or email
41 Willington Walk ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
Start time 1.30pm Moderate []
2.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles 44 Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee
STARTING POINT Meet at the canal/picnic Wood, Sence Valley and Heather
area car park, Willington DE65 6BP circuit
Come and enjoy a led walk along the scenic
Start time 10.30am Moderate
canal at Willington and stop for a hot drink in
10 miles, 5 hours, 12 stiles
the local pub afterwards. This is a steady paced
walk along decent footpaths. Although there STARTING POINT Woodland Trust Car Park
are no stiles, there are a few steps on the route. on Heather Lane ½ mile SE of LE67 2TJ
This almost traffic-free walk allows you to walk Exploring wooded paths and tracks of NW
and chat whilst looking out for wildlife along Leicestershire. From the young Queen Elizabeth
the canal. Diamond Jubilee Wood along the National Forest
[] A Way to nearby Sence Valley to compare a similar
project that is 15 years older stopping for a
42 Bagworth Heath & Royal Tigers picnic lunch before returning via paths through
Woods Nordic Walk mixed aged woods south of Heather.
Start time 2pm Leisurely []
3 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Bagworth Heath Car Park
LE67 1DL
A great walk for those new to Nordic walking.
Led by a qualified Nordic walking instructor
there is plenty to see and discover in both of
these wonderful woods. Booking essential. Poles
will be provided. Please call 07502 576764 or
email ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com
£ £3 for walk + £1 payable
on the day if hiring polesThe National Forest
24 Walking Festival
45 Bagworth Heath and Tigers 47 Burton's historical links to the
Woods Shinrin Yoku Nordic Walk Trent
Start time 2pm Leisurely Start time 6pm Easy
2 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles 2 miles, 2.25 hours, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Bagworth Heath Car Park STARTING POINT Meadowside Leisure
LE67 1DL Centre DE14 1TL
A great walk for those new to Nordic walking as A guided, flat, circular walk around the
well as the practice of Shinrin Yoku (also known Burton Trent Washlands, walking through the
as Forest Bathing but do not worry NO water Washlands, to the Ferry Bridge Viaduct and St
is involved!). Led by a qualified Nordic walking Peters Bridge. Crossing the Trent to Stapenhill
instructor we will explore these wonderful Gardens, back along the Eastern bank to the old
woodlands as well as find the restorative power Burton Bridge, then return to the Meadowside.
of the forest. Booking essential. Poles Lots of clues on the way showing the effect of
will be provided. Please call 07502 576764 or the river on Burton’s history and development.
email ministryofnordicwalks@gmail.com Booking required. Please call 07432 608931 or
£3 for walk + £1 payable email bcvflowerman@gmail.com
£ on the day if hiring poles
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46 Unexpected Ulverscroft 48 Achille Wood and Farm night
Start time 2pm Moderate walk with BBQ
4 miles, 2 hours, 2 stiles Start time 7pm Leisurely
STARTING POINT Leicester Road, Markfield 2 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles
LE67 9US On street parking only STARTING POINT Hill Farm, Spring Lane,
A delightful walk through the lanes around Packington LE65 1WU Car park on-site
Ulverscroft, taking in some of Charnwood Take a leisurely stroll around the farm and
Forest’s architectural treasures, including arts woodland, taking in Canadian Bison, red Deer,
and crafts cottages designed by Ernest Gimson Alpacas and many more. See if you can spot one
and the 12th century Ulverscroft Priory. This is a of the many owls on the farm alongside other
moderately challenging walk with hills and road night creatures. Finish with a visit to Antlers
walking. Booking required. Please call 07976 and Alpaca coffee and gift shop for a BBQ with
865450 or email jattard@nationalforest.org bison or venison burgers.
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51 What lives in Scalpcliffe Woods
Saturday 21st May Local Nature Reserve?
Start time 10.30pm Moderate
49 A Trek through Time: Geology of 1.5 miles, 1-1.5 hours, 0 stiles
the Charnwood Peaks STARTING POINT The entrance is next to
Start time 9am Strenuous Rider House, Stapenhill Road, Burton on
15 miles, 7 hours, 8 stiles Trent Nearest postcode is DE15 9AG Car
STARTING POINT Bradgate Park LE6 0HB parking available for the duration of the
Bradgate Park Main Car Park, Newtown walk & is at the end of the gated entrance
Linford which has a key code lock to be opened
Join the Charnwood Forest Geopark & National by the walk leader. The gate will be locked
Forest teams for a trek through geological during the walk.
time! This hike will take you through more than A walk through the only bit of ancient
half a billion years of earth history, using the woodland in Burton. Up a steep hill which can
outstanding geological heritage of Charnwood be slippery if wet. On the other side of the hill
Forest to tell stories of ancient fossils, is scrubland / pasture & excellent views of the
continental collisions, and icy glaciers. Booking area. We might spot birds, butterflies & other
required. Please call 07976 865451 or email insects, frogs, muntjac, fox. The walk is free but
zsewter@nationalforest.org please feel free to make a donation
to The Friends of Scalpcliffe Woods.
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Booking required. Please email
foswde15@gmail.com
50 Washlands to Walton
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Start time 10am Moderate
12 miles, 6.5 hours, 1 stile 52 Discovering Nether Hall Woods
STARTING POINT Trent Washlands car park,
Start time 1.30pm Leisurely
end of Watson Street, Burton-on-Trent.
2-3 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles
Grid ref. SK 250 220 DE14 3AH
STARTING POINT Nether Hall Wood,
A flat walk alongside the River Trent to Walton,
stopping for lunch at Barton Marina, then
Repton Road, Hartshorne. Car parking
returning along the Trent & Mersey canal. Lots available at Hartshorne Church Hall
of Burton Conservation Volunteers projects car park, with a 10 minute walk to the
to view along the way, plus two Staffordshire woodland.
Wildlife Trust nature reserves, part of the Heartwood Community Woodfuel Group
Transforming the Trent Valley (TTTV) Living have taken over management of this lovely
Landscapes project. Option to return by bus woodland on behalf of the Woodland Trust.
after the first half of the walk. Our group is made up of volunteers who are
using the first year of managing the woodland
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to understand all aspects of the site including
its history, its fauna and flora, the woodland
management plan and how the community
use the site. We will be sharing our vision for
the site and looking to our visitors to give us
their feedback and views on how the woodland
should be developed. This is an informative
and interactive walk. Booking required. Please
call 07852631419 or email chairman@
heartwoodhof.org.uk
£
£2 per person towards
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26 Walking Festival
Sunday 22nd May 55 Forest Bathing Walk at Rosliston
Forestry Centre
53 Art Walk with Buzzing Roots Start time 10.30pm Easy
1.5 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles
Start time 10am Moderate
1.5 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles STARTING POINT Rosliston Forestry
Centre, next to the outdoor classroom
STARTING POINT The Outwoods – Main DE12 8JX Car park on site, £4 all day.
Car Park LE11 3YG £1 car park charge
Led by a Nádúr certified Forest Bathing Guide.
Join Buzzing Roots and Charnwood Arts for During this short, gentle walk you will be
a loop walk around The Outwoods. During invited to immerse yourself in the forest
the walk we will be foraging for natural atmosphere, use your senses to connect with
resources which will be used to create your nature and yourself. Leave distractions behind,
own cyanotype print to take home with you. follow your instincts, pause, and notice. This
The walk will be gently paced, with time to evidence- based wellness practise reduces
talk about nature and the artwork you will be stress and helps improve concentration,
creating but there are some rocky parts and sleep, and creativity. Bring warm clothes and
steep inclines to be aware of. Art materials will something to sit/ lie on. Booking required.
be provided. Booking required. Please email Please call 01283 535039 or email
Nicola.middler@charnwoodarts.com rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk
[] y5+ K£ £10 per person, special offer.
[] A K£ £ y 12 years and over
54 What lives in Scalpcliffe Woods
Local Nature Reserve? 56 From A Windmill To Stephenson’s
Start time 10.30am Moderate Coalmine
12 years and over
1.5 miles, 1-1.5 hours, 0 stiles
Start time 2pm Leisurely
STARTING POINT The entrance is next to 3.5 miles, 2 hours, 4 stiles
Rider House, Stapenhill Road, Burton on
STARTING POINT Hough Mill, St George’s
Trent Nearest postcode is DE15 9AG Car
Hill, Swannington LE67 8QW
parking available for the duration of the
walk & is at the end of the gated entrance See many of the thousands of trees planted
around Swannington with the coming of the
which has a key code lock to be opened
National Forest, former mining sites that have
by the walk leader. The gate will be locked
been transformed into nature conservation
during the walk. areas and the famous 1 in 17 Swannington
A walk through the only bit of ancient Inclined Plane which formed the western
woodland in Burton. Up a steep hill which can end of Robert Stephenson’s Leicester and
be slippery if wet. On the other side of the hill Swannington Railway. Please note: the
is scrubland / pasture & excellent views of the walk includes some unmade paths that are
area. We might spot birds, butterflies & other muddy after rain. Donations to the Trust are
insects, frogs, muntjac, fox. The walk is appreciated. Booking essential. Please call
free but please feel free to make a 07474 610112 or email
donation to The Friends of Scalpcliffe Swanningtonwalks@gmail.com
Woods. Booking required. Please email
foswde15@gmail.com
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Monday 23rd May
58 Barton under Needwood x 2 Walks
Start time 10.15am Easy/Leisurely
2.5-3 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT St James Church Hall Car
Park DE13 8HY
Barton under Needwood is a large village in
Staffordshire, a mile from the A38 between
Burton upon Trent and Lichfield. Barton’s
wellbeing walks offer a variety of different
routes, one being the Barton Marina Complex
on the Trent & Mersey Canal. This is an
enjoyable walk around the marina that takes
in the sights of the many narrowboats, various
wildlife and the local countryside which is right
on our doorstep. We offer two walks to the
group, so they can choose an easy or leisurely
one. All of our walks are led by volunteer
57 Achille Wood and Farm Walk leaders and afterwards the groups meet up and
enjoy refreshments at the Marina Café.
Start time 2pm Leisurely
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STARTING POINT Hill Farm, Spring Lane,
Packington LE65 1WU Car park on-site 59 Horninglow & Eton
Take a leisurely stroll around the farm and Start time 10.30am Leisurely
woodland, taking in Canadian Bison, red Deer, 2 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
Alpacas and many more. Finish with a visit to
Antlers and Alpaca coffee and gift shop for STARTING POINT Horninglow Road Basin,
brunch or refreshments. Horninglow Road DE14 2PT On-streeet
parking available
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Come along and enjoy our social wellbeing
walk that runs through Shobnall, Horninglow
and Eton districts of Burton upon Trent.
Part of the route includes walking alongside the
Trent & Mersey canal then around the vast open
green space at Shobnall Leisure Complex and
Outwoods Park. The walk is led by volunteer
walk leaders and refreshments may be
available depending on the route.
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28 Walking Festival
60 Meadowside Leisure Centre 63 Deer in the park
Start time 11.30am Leisurely Start time 2pm Leisurely/Moderate
2.5-3 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles 3-3.5 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles
STARTING POINT Meadowside Leisure STARTING POINT Calke Explore Welcome
Centre, Off High Street DE14 1TL Pay and Point DE73 7JF
Display Car Park, voucher part of ticket can Starting at Calke Explore, this route will take
be reimbursed at Reception you into the National Nature Reserve, passing
The Meadowside wellbeing walk offers a variety Calke’s most ancient oak on your way to the
of different routes that take in the sights of the deer park. Join the park guide to enter the
Washlands and Stapenhill Gardens. The route deer park for a closer look at the herd, before
may vary due to the weather, but there is always heading off around the enclosure and down to
plenty to see whichever path you take. The the reservoir. Don’t miss St Giles Church and
walk is led by the volunteer leaders and after the historic deer shelter as you return to Calke
it finishes the group meet for lunch at Burton Explore. Admission charges apply to the park
Library (optional). and garden (free for National Trust members).
Please visit the Calke Abbey website for full
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Please call 01332 863822 or email
61 Groby Pool Sheet Hedges Wood calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
Nature Nordic Walk
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Start time 1pm Leisurely
3 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles 64 Town centre cattle
STARTING POINT Groby Pond Car Park
Start time 6pm Leisurely
LE6 0FR
1.5 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles
A great walk for those new to Nordic
walking. Led by a qualified Nordic walking
STARTING POINT Watson St car park, rear
instructor there is plenty to see and discover Tesco, Burton upon Trent DE14 3AH
in this circular nature walk taking in both Join us to look at a hidden gem of ‘countryside’
woodland and the largest natural water site less than 10 minutes’ walk from Burton's High
in Leicestershire. Booking essential. Nordic Street, with cattle as sustainable land managers,
walking poles can be provided. fruit trees and hedgerows, pools for wading
£3 for walk + £1 payable birds, a new wet woodland, plus a history trail
£ on the day if hiring poles
and so much more. Flat unsurfaced paths,
alongside the river and through the old farm.
62 Forest Placenames, Forest People Booking required. Please call 07432 608931 or
Start time 2pm Moderate email bcvflowerman@gmail.com
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STARTING POINT High Cademan LE67 5US
Parking at Cademan Woods Car Park
Join the Charnwood Forest Geopark team for a
fascinating heritage walk around Thringstone,
Whitwick and Swannymote. Using only the
evidence from local placenames, we’ll take you
back in time more than a thousand years to
explore the Anglo-Saxon, Viking and Norman
communities of Charnwood Forest. Places are
limited and booking is essential. Please email
jattard@nationalforest.org
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46 General Town History Walk
Start time 7pm Easy COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
Active South Derbyshire offer
1 miles, 1.25 hours, 0 stiles aYou can of
range tryphysical
a range ofactivity
outdoor activities
STARTING POINT Ashby de la Zouch opportunities across the South
throughout half term in Derbyshire,
district,
Museum LE65 1HU (Parking in North including Orienteering, and activities
for all ages and abilities.
Street car park, free after 5pm) delivered by our Play, Sports and Adventure
Centres on the fascinating history of Market Mobiles. Young explorers can also try out
Street, North Street, South Street, Mill Lane For further information go to
navigational challenges in our parks.
Mews and Bath Street. Booking essential. Please www.southderbyshire.gov.uk or
contact Ashby de la Zouch Museum (Pat Dixon) For more
follow usinformation
on Facebookgo to
on 01530 560090 or email www.southderbyshire.gov.uk
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NatForWalkFest 2019.indd 19 06/02/2019The National Forest
30 Walking Festival
70 Achille Wood and Farm Walk
Start time 1pm Leisurely
68 Family Walk, Picnic & Play at 2 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles
Stapenhill Hollows
STARTING POINT Hill Farm, Spring Lane,
Start time 12pm Easy Packington LE65 1WU Car park on-site
1-1.5 miles, 2 hours, 0 stiles Take a leisurely stroll around the farm and
STARTING POINT Stapenhill Hollows – woodland, taking in Canadian Bison, red Deer,
benches next to car park DE13 8HY Small Alpacas and many more. Finish with a visit to
car park on site and on-street parking Antlers and Alpaca coffee and gift shop for
brunch or refreshments.
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posts at Stapenhill Hollows. To celebrate this
special occasion we are organising a “family
walk, picnic and play” event. Starting off with
71 Stapenhill Hollows Evening Walk
a gentle walk around the Hollows, then onto Start time 6.45pm Leisurely
a family picnic and finishing off with some 2-2.5 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles
organised fun and enjoyable activities for the
STARTING POINT The Stapenhill Hollows
kids. Everyone is welcome and we look forward
to seeing you on this special day. Please bring
Car Park DE15 Small car park and on-
your own picnic. street parking available
Stapenhill Hollows offers a wide range of walks
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Gardens, the Ferry Bridge, Trent Washlands,
69 Lunchbreak: Forest Bathing Taster Centenary Woodland and lots more. Many of
our routes include walking on a little bit of
Start time 12.30pm Easy
Burton’s town history, the Ferry Bridge, which
1 mile, 1 hour, 0 stiles was officially opened on 3rd April 1889 and is
STARTING POINT Rosliston Forestry Grade II listed. The walks are led by volunteer
Centre, next to the outdoor classroom walk leaders (rain or shine), take approximately
DE12 8JX Car park on site, £4 all day. an hour to complete and are a great way to
A short, relaxing walk inviting you to connect with relax after a busy and stressful day.
nature. Led by a Nádúr certified Forest Bathing [] Ay
Guide, this 1-hour lunchbreak taster will give
you a flavour of Shinrin Yoku, an evidence-based,
nature inspired wellness practise. Immerse
yourself in the forest atmosphere, reduce stress,
anger and anxiety and improve concentration, For up to date Public Transport
sleep, and creativity. Bring warm clothes and
something to sit/ lie on. £5 special offer. Booking information, please contact
required. Please call 01283 535039 Traveline
or email rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk
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