We are Coalville Ramblers - a friendly group based in the heart of the National Forest. We offer a programme of 3 walks each week, from 5 miles to 10 plus.
Elizabeth R.
A walk though areas that were once the home to mining, both open cast and underground but have now been restored to provide lakes, woodland and pathways. Leaving from Moira Furnace we'll take in part of Willesley woods before accessing the Hicks Lodge site. Lunch stop will be at the cafe at Hicks Lodge where there is plenty of seating, toilets and you can purchase a hot drink or food if you wish. We'll be exploring some of the lesser used 'off piste' area on Hicks Lodge before returning to our start point. About 4 stiles, a mix of grass/field paths and hard surface cycle/pedestrian paths.
There will be 2 stops - coffee stop within Willesley Woods and lunch at Hicks Lodge Cafe/Cycle Centre.
Moira Furnace, Furnace Lane, Moira, DE12 6AT. Meet at the bottom of the slope below the furnace (car park on the right at the end of furnace lane is recommended - please note that if you park in the earlier car park near the playing fields you will need to follow the path through the woods to reach the furnace).
