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WATCHWOOD PLANTATION, CALVERTON

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Overview

A lovely undulating circular walk from Watchwood Plantation through Fox Covert Nature Reserve with a visit to the Polish War Memorial and the site of the former Calverton Colliery including the Pit Top with expansive views. Mainly on hard surfaced tracks. Dog friendly. Optional meal at Admiral Rodney, Calverton.

Thursday, 30 November 2023
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

OS Map Explorer 260 Nottingham

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 59155 50362
Nearest postcode:
NG14 6NU
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet at Watchwood car park on Gravelly Hollow Lane (a no through road) approached either by Oxton Rd (B6386), first left after Patchings; or straight across Oxton Rd from Main St, Calverton. NG14 6NU

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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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