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The National Forest Walking Festival THE NATIONAL FOREST WALKING FESTIVAL 19th-31st May 2018 Walks for all ages and abilities to enjoy Guided and themed walks Beautiful places to explore Places to stay from B&Bs to Forest Lodges www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk 2 The National Forest Walking Festival England’s “unsung miracle” WELCOME TO THE NATIONAL FOREST WALKING FESTIVAL Photo Allcock Andrew credit: We hope you will make the most of this year’s 15-day festival to explore in and around the 200 square miles of the National Forest. Company/Jacqui Rock National Forest Photo credit: It’s your chance to discover what Christopher Somerville, writing in The Times, recently called England’s “unsung You can also discover more about the miracle”. Walking part of the National Forest at our new festival, Timber. Taking Forest Way near Rosliston Forestry place from 6 – 8 July, it will be the only Centre, he said: “A green flood of trees international forest festival in the UK. is being released… dozens of small new woodlands, many linked to form wildlife Festival goers will experience the corridors, offer a skein of footpaths transformative impact of forests with beckoning to walkers.” artists, musicians, scientists and thinkers from across the world. Come and explore So join us, follow the path and enjoy what woodlands can mean to us and how exploring the fascinating and varied we can re-imagine our relationship with landscape of the National Forest, in the our environment. company of helpful and knowledgeable walks leaders. Timber will celebrate how the National Forest has transformed this part of England, and will shine a spotlight on a a a a a a trees as a catalyst for change. www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk 3 Photo Allcock Andrew credit: Photo Teneight credit: Activities at Timber will include: Provocation: Writers, artists, poets, Time: inspired by our very own National scientists, philosophers and educators will Forest Noon Columns created by help us reimagine what woodlands and international artist David Nash, we’ll trees mean to us. explore the atmosphere in the woods at twilight, midnight dusk and dawn to Sound: An ambitious adventure into delight in the rhythms of the day. sound and music, rooted in the forest. Venture into the woods to be immersed Gather: We’ll come together to celebrate in compelling sound installations, and carouse in a world of arts, crafts and storytelling, soundscapes and choirs will enterprise rooted in the forest, creating a bring the woods to life through song. vibrant living landscape. Light: Torchlight processions, light Breathe: Relax and soak in the landscape projections, fire gardens, luminous all around, take time to revel in the installations, will help us see the forest in beauty, solace and artistry of nature. a new light. Early bird tickets are available now, and all Feast: A joyous exploration of food and Forest residents can purchase discounted drink, from farmers’ market stalls to food tickets. trucks, foraging workshops to picnics and For more information and tickets visit banquets. timberfestival.org.uk 4 The National Forest Walking Festival Melbourne Hall & Town The Bulls Head ...and relax Marcos Restaurant, Kegworth From farm-grown foods to traditionally brewed beers, the Forest is bursting with local flavours for you to enjoy after your walk. The Apple Tree, Barton Marina Rosliston Forestry Centre www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk 5 The Grey Lady, Newtown Linford The Brickmakers Arms Ashby Farmers Market Why not turn your Walking Festival adventure into a relaxing mini break with a stay in one of our cosy village pubs, a friendly guesthouse, comfortable hotel or luxury timber lodge. There’s a whole range of accommodation to choose from in the Forest. Scaddows Farm Rosliston Forestry Centre BWYLH ? Bluebells Nest at Dandelion Hideaway, Osbaston For more information on special offers and details of the many things to see and do, visit: Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre, Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, West Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 9DG Our friendly TIC staff will help you find and book the perfect accommodation for your visit and provide full details of The National Forest attractions, events and eateries plus travel information. Walking Festival Tel: 01283 222848 Email: [email protected] or visit www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk to download the 2017 Attractions Guide 6 The National Forest Walking Festival 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 under each walk. of fitness. May be suitable for conventional You may find the following information wheelchairs and pushchairs (please see useful before attending a walk: individual walk key for more information). • Please wear suitable footwear and clothing (a waterproof preferably) Leisurely Routes for reasonably fit people. May include some unsurfaced rural • Remember to bring any medication paths. you may need • It is advisable to always carry a drink MODERATE Walks for people with • You may need to bring a packed lunch a good level of fitness. May include some steep (see individual walk key for more info) paths and open country and may be at a brisk pace. • Walkers age 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult • If dogs are allowed on a walk (see STRENUOUS Walks for experienced country walkers with an above individual walk key for more info), they average level of fitness. May include hills, must be kept on a lead at all times rough country and be at a brisk pace. • All those taking part in a walk do so at their own risk KEY • Most walk leaders are volunteers K£ Car park fee s Pushchair access • Walks will start promptly £ Entrance fee Bring packed lunch d Wheelchair access Walking boots Please be advised walkers may be A Dogs not allowed Dogs allowed on a lead taking photographs on any of the y Children welcome festival walks, which may be used in l [] Toilets available Bring a torch en route future publicity. P Compass For more information please visit: www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk or call Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222848 www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk 70 41 29 93 89 82 76 36 27 51 65 5 16 20 12 42 54 84 18 34 69 60 21 3 30 75 23 7 78 25 68 24 63 94 20 9 33 32 83 37 90 19 95 81 91 22 61 85 53 46 88 35 47 17 13 45 68 79 11 77 74 26 71 38 86 4 10 72 31 55 87 48 44 66 59 58 67 1 23 57 15 8 6 43 73 28 56 62 50 2 64 49 92 52 39 14 40 80 47 The National Forest Way 7 8 The National Forest Walking Festival Saturday 19th May 1 Achille Wood and Farm Walk Start time 10am Leisurely 2 miles, 2 hours, 1-5 stiles Starting POINT Hill Farm, Spring Lane, Packington LE65 1WU (car park on site) Take a leisurely stroll around the farm and Rangemore, Brankley and woodland, taking in Canadian Bison, Red Deer, 3 Alpacas and many more. Finish with a visit to Dunstall Walk the Antlers and Alpaca coffee and gift shop for Start time 10am Moderate refreshments. 8.5 miles, 6 hours, 14 stiles [] y StartING POINT Rangemore Village Car Park opposite school DE13 9RW Grid Ref 2 Charnwood Forest from Copt Oak SK182 230 (car park on site) This walk will follow the National Forest Way Start time 10am Strenuous initially from Rangemore to Brankley Pastures 9 miles, 5 hours, 8 stiles Wildlife Reserve and then on through new StartING POINT Copt Oak Church, next to woodland towards Yoxall. We will follow paths Copt Oak Pub LE67 9PJ (parking at church that take us back to the Dunstall estate enjoying courtesy of church council. Entrance at side views towards Lichfield. The walk then follows of pub). Grid ref: SK483129 part of the Silver Circuit over hills towards Tatenhill with magnificent views of the Trent Making use of public and permissive paths, this Valley. Our final part of the walk as we return to walk covers some of the best countryside that Rangemore gives views of Derbyshire and the Charnwood has to offer. Magnificent views from Weaver Hills in the far distance. the Beacon, Nanpantan, and Lubcloud. Includes a stop at Lubcloud Victorian Tea room for morning coffee. Children welcome if accompanied by a responsible adult. The Heart of the National Forest 4 y [] - From Black to Green Start time 1.30pm Leisurely 4.75 miles, 2 hours, 3 stiles StartING POINT Conkers Waterside car park DE12 6BA (car park on site) A circular walk following woodland rides and an ancient route, part of The National Forest Way. Points of interest include the hamlet of Boothorpe, the ruins of Norris Hill House and the vast space used by the former Rawdon colliery. Booking essential. Please call 01283 551211 or email [email protected] [] A www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk 9 5 Veteran Trees of Calke 7 Drakelow’s Hidden Secrets Start time 2pm Leisurely Start time 2pm Easy 2 miles, 1.5 hours, 0 stiles 2 miles, 1 hour, 0 stiles StartING POINT Outside ticket office StartING POINT Drakelow Power Station, DE73 7LE. For Sat Nav use DE73 7JF (car Gate C (car park on site), DE15 9UA park on site) Come and view the secrets of this permit only This walk will be an opportunity to view some nature reserve managed by Derbyshire Wildlife of the amazing old trees in the park and to learn Trust. Drakelow is a unique wetland site with some of the history of the park land over the paths to wander around and bird hides to visit.
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