A 36-hectare former colliery site in The National Forest where there are 20 hectares of mixed woodland and 3km (1.85 miles) of stone-surfaced paths, which are suitable for all users.

There are links to the 6km (3.7 miles) Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail and Moira Furnace (for details email moira.furnace@nwleics.gov.uk) along the towpath of the restored Ashby Canal.

Location and Car Parking

Location Map Detailed map of Donisthorpe Woodland Park

Church Street, Donisthorpe, DE12 7PY. Vehicular entrance is shared with the Donisthorpe Miners' Welfare Centre.

Parking: Available at Donisthorpe Miners' Welfare Centre.

Open daily at the following times

October-March	April-September
9am-4pm	Daily 9am-7pm

Access

Wheelchair users will need assistance in some places.

Guided Walks and Events

All events are listed in the Whats On Guide

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Conservation Volunteers

Volunteers constructing the Natural Play Area

Conservation volunteering is a great way to keep fit, meet people, learn new skills and to develop your knowledge of the countryside. No previous experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and a desire to get involved. All kit, relevant training and safety equipment will be provided. For more information have a look at the work programme for each of the three ranger teams.

Market Bosworth Country Park
- Mondays Western Diary (tel. 0116 305 5000)
Beacon Hill Country Park
- 2nd Sunday every month Beacon Diary (tel. 0116 305 5000)
Watermead Country Park
- 1st Thursday every month Watermead Diary (tel.0116 305 5000)

Please call for more details

Contact Details

Tel: 0116 305 5000
Email: countryparks@leics.gov.uk

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Page Last Updated: 18 July 2011