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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

A very interesting walk from Tutbury to Hanbury around the Fauld Crater. This is where an underground storage depo for ammunition exploded in 1944. 4,000 tons of bombs exploded which was the biggest explosion ever in the British Isles.

Saturday, 14 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
150m / 492ft
Type:
circular

There are beautiful views in every direction on this walk. Easy paths, some hills and 14 stiles.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 21144 28944
Nearest postcode:
DE13 9NU
what3words:
strutted.drums.stilted
Start time:
10:00 am

Free car park opposite The Leopard Inn. Also on- street parking.

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