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Leicestershire & Rutland Walking Group

We are the Leicestershire & Rutland Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

An 8.5 - 9 mile walk that takes us from Donisthorpe to Moira Furnace past the head of the Ashby Canal. The distance will depend on whether we need to divert around flooded footpaths.
The terrain is varied and includes tow path, maintained tracks, woodland and agricultural land. Please be prepared for some muddy sections.
We will meet at Donisthorpe Woodland Park carpark (believed to be free). There are toilets at the soft play centre near the carpark, and also at Moira Furnace where the old lime kilns will provide shelter for our lunch stop if it is raining.
Please dress appropriately including sturdy waterproof footwear, and bring sufficient food and drink for a full day.

Sunday, 21 December 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 31790 14260
Nearest postcode:
DE12 7PX
what3words:
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Start time:
10:30 am

Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre, Church Street, Donisthorpe DE12 7PX

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking