At the heart of the Country Park is the Grange Nature Reserve.
Once the gardens of the Colliery Manager, it is now an important ecological site for wildlife.
It has a late Victorian arboretum with a diverse range of mature native and foreign species of
tree, a wetland area with boardwalk, an established wildflower meadow and two well-stocked fishing lakes.
The Grange became Leicestershire County Council’s first Local Nature Reserve in
May 1993.
Features of Interest
- Various different sculptures
- Links to adjoining footpaths to the wider countryside
- excellent vantage points from which the visitor can view the surrounding countryside.
- See our Photo Gallery for images of the Country Park and Nature Reserve
Location
- FREE car parking
- There are various designated areas as the woodland and fishery car parks.
- Bus Routes:
- Arriva 9 (starts in Leicester as 29, then changes number in Coalville but passengers can remain seated) (Mon- Sat)
- Arriva 9A (starts in Leicester as 29A, then changes number in Coalville, but passagers can remain seated) (Mon - Sun)
- Veolia Airlink 155 (Mon - Sat)
- Contact Traveline for more information
- Location Map
- Detailed map of Country Park
Open daily at the following times
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January
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February
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March-October
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November - December
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8.30am - 4pm
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7.30am - 5pm
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7.30am - 6pm
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8am - 4pm
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Note there is a height restriction barrier of 2.1 metres. If the barrier is
closed it can be opened on request during Museum opening hours. Please call 01530 278444 or contact
a member of staff inside the Museum.
Contact Details
Tel: 0116 305 3455 or 01455 290429
Emergency/Out-of-Hours Tel: 07850 276225
Email: countryparks@leics.gov.uk
Address: Western Ranger Team, Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and Country Park, Sutton Cheney, Nr. Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, Leicestershire, CV13 0AD
Emergency/Out-of-Hours Tel: 07850 276225
Email: countryparks@leics.gov.uk
Address: Western Ranger Team, Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and Country Park, Sutton Cheney, Nr. Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, Leicestershire, CV13 0AD
Guided Walks and Events
The Rangers Service has an extensive programme
of guided walks, activities and events. See the What's On Search to find out details.Also see Snibston's main Events page, search the What's
on page, or pick up your free copy of the Events Guide for more details.
Wildlife
The different habitats found at Grange
Local Nature Reserve make it a great place to spot wildlife. Go to the Wildlife
page for more detailsFishing
There are two fishing lakes at the Grange Nature Reserve with a total of 40 fishing
pegs, are tailored for disabled anglers. Both lakes are stocked with a variety of fish including Roach,
Perch, Tench, Barbel, Bream, Chub and Carp. Fishing at Snibston
Conservation Volunteers
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
Youth and Schools
School groups and other organisations are welcome to use the Country Park for educational
or recreational visits. The Country Park Rangers will be happy to provide advice and assistance with
such visits and charges.
If you have visited one of Leicestershire County Council's country parks recently,
we'd love to hear your views to help us plan future improvements. Please complete our Country
Parks Survey.
Page Last Updated: 9 January 2012
