Staunton
Harold Reservoir
off
B587 south of Melbourne
209 acre reservoir, walks link to Calke Abbey
Visitor centre with exhibitions.
Foremark
Reservoir
Ticknall,
Derby
230 acre reservoir with trout fishing, walks, picnic areas,
adventure playground
The
National Forest
Across
parts of Staffordshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire a massive
200 square mile forest is growing. The National Forest is the
first multi-purpose forest of this scale to be created in the
UK for more that 1000 years. You can stroll in it woodland;
marvel at its wildlife and enjoy its visitor attractions.
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National
Memorial Arboretum
Croxall Road, Alrewas, Staffordshire.
The Arboretum, while paying tribute to a whole generation, was
able to remind people of the 80 million lives lost in the conflicts
of the 20th Century.
Since March 1997 over 40,000 trees have been planted on the site
and over fifty dedicated plots created.
A 150 acre new woodland which is being created as a living tribute
to the people of the twentieth century.
Free car and coach parking.
Disabled Facilities: Access, toilets and trail.
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Conkers
located at the Heart of the National Forest, is a unique mix of
indoor and outdoor hands on experiences.
Indoors there are 4 discovery zones designed for children and
adults of all ages where you can get really close to the forest
and experience its life and energy.
23 outdoor activities: including lakeside walks, ponds, mazes,
wildlife, sculpture trails, nature trails, an assault course,
train rides, playgrounds, water play, views and fresh air!
Lakeside restaurants, specialist shops, plant centre and arts
and craft workshops.
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| Branston
Water Park
Branston, Burton upon Trent, Staffs.
A 40 acre lake surrounded by woodland and wetland meadow. The
lake is used for windsurfing, model boating and angling through
local clubs. You can follow a 1 mile trail which leads around
lake to the woodland, while watching the wide variety of bird
life. There is also a small visitor centre.
Admission: FREE
Free car parking. There are 2 circular walks starting from the
Park (Monks and Moorings & Battlestead and Back)
Disabled Facilities: Toilet, access around the site using flat,
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| Jackson's
Bank
Hoar Cross, near Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire.
This
is a mature, mixed broadleaved and coniferous woodland spreading
over 80 acres in the heart of the ancient Needwood Forest. This
woodland is open to the public courtesy of the Duchy of Lancaster.
Admission: FREE
Free car parking, coaches by appointment.
Disabled Facilities: Hard roadway provided, but steep hills.
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