Footpaths and Industry old and new

Coalville Group

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Overview

The walk takes in footpaths and industry both old and new around Hugglescote and Ellistown. New Woodlands and remains of industry long gone.

A leisurely walk with no long climbs.

Toilets and refreshments are available

Thursday, 29 August 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

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Starting from the Gate Inn Hugglescote we make our way to Ellistown via footpaths and a small amount of roadway to new woodland developments and industry around Ellistown and make our way back via old mining works and footpaths to the Gate for de-brief.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 42405 12922
Nearest postcode:: LE67 2HA
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Start time:: 10:00 am

The Gate Inn is situated on Fairfield road Hugglescote

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