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Coalville Group

We are Coalville Ramblers - a friendly group based in the heart of the National Forest. We offer a programme of 3 walks each week, from 5 miles to 10 plus.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

We'll catch the 10.04 bus from Market Street in Ashby out to Swadlincote and walk back taking a variety of paths which includes a mix of town walking, plus public footpaths across fields, and a permissive path through woodland.  There will be 2 stops, the first just after leaving Albert Village Lake and the second in Blackfordby.

Sunday, 26 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Optional post walk de-brief in Wetherspoons, Ashby.  No toilets or refreshments en route.  If anyone prefers to meet us in Swadlincote and bus back afterwards please call me so we can make arrangements.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 35814 16741
Nearest postcode:
LE65 1AN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at the bus stop on Market Street, Ashby - close to The Lamb Inn. Parking is available in the 2 car parks on North Street and is free on a Sunday. Please note, the bus leaves at 10.04am so please aim to arrive at least 10 mins before this time.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking