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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.

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

A circular walk, with some lovely paths, which stays above the 100m contour line nearly all the way round. We visit Roe’s plantation, Felicity’s Wood, the Outwoods, Woodhouse Eaves, Beacon Hill and Copt Oak.  
The route is hilly but rewards with some great views if the weather is good.

 

Wednesday, 26 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Three stops are planned at the Outwoods (coffee and toilets available), Beacon Hill for lunch (toilets available) and Copt Oak for a break before the final footpath.

There are no stiles until we get to Copt Oak. The final path has multiple stiles but is a gradual descent back to the starting point.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 47475 16185
Nearest postcode:
LE12 9YD
what3words:
tinkle.chatters.inquest
Start time:
10:00 am

On road parking at Oaks in Charnwood. Please park considerately. Meet near the end of the village near Charley Road.

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