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Coalville Group

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.

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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
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Overview

Starting at Robins DIY just outside Oakthorpe ...  A circular (& familiar!)  route on mostly hard surfaces around Oakthorpe, Donisthorpe, Moira Furnace, Hicks lodge, Willesley woods and back to Oakthorpe.  

Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
84.1m / 276ft
Type:
circular

6.5 miles+ over mainly hard surface tracks. toilets at Robins DIY and Hicks Lodge. (scope to extend route at Willesley woods section if route is not muddy)

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 31700 13272
Nearest postcode:
DE12 7QX
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Start time:
10:00 am

Robins DIY Measham Rd, Oakthorpe, Swadlincote DE12 7QX

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