CONKERS
On land where activities once took place beneath the surface , an attraction now blossoms where families can run , walk and climb – on , above and under the ground . A landscape of mineshafts and spoil heaps made way for the National Forest , and at its heart is Conkers . This family-friendly park offers forest-themed adventures where visitors can run wild , inside and out .
www . visitconkers . com
ASHBY CASTLE
Situated in the picturesque market town of Ashby de la Zouch , visitors to Ashby Castle can scale its Civil War battle damaged tower , walk the underground passages and discover how this 15th century castle was never finished and its master executed at the hands of the future King Richard III .
www . visitleicester . info
MOIRA FURNACE AND ASHBY CANAL
Moira Furnace stands as a stunning reminder of the area ’ s industrial past . It has had many uses , the latest being a museum telling its amazing story . Visitors can look around the museum , ride the 100-year-old narrow boat , get refreshments from the museum shop , and explore the country park , craft village , and local area .
www
. moirafurnace . org
HICKS LODGE
Located in the heart of the National Forest , Hicks Lodge is a former coal mining site that has been totally transformed by new plantings and exciting cycle trails for you to enjoy . Trails are graded and traffic free so perfect for families and learners . There ’ s a range of trails for beginner to intermediate appetites .
www . forestryengland . uk / hicks-lodge
SNIBSTON COLLIERY PARK
This former mining site , once out of bounds to the public , is now a visitor-friendly haven . Snibston Colliery Park ’ s mountain bike trail is 4km of jumps and bumps that takes you twisting and turning through physically and technically demanding tracks on and around the original colliery spoil heap .
www . visitleicester . info
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