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Branston Water Park
Lichfield Road Branston, Burton upon Trent Staffordshire DE14 3HD
Lakes formed from the flooding of a disused gravel pit, surrounded by woodland, wetland and wildflower meadow. Branston Water Park is a premier wildlife site in East Staffordshire.
Sunnyside Wood
Ashby de la Zouch Leicestershire
A 25ha scheme between Packington and Ashby de la Zouch.
Sarah's Wood
Moira Derbyshire
A 12ha woodland on the edge of Moira that is designed to provide access for all abilities.
Coal tips to country parks walk
Thornton Leicestershire
This 11-mile walk passes through former coal mines that have been transformed into woodlands, and are now a haven for wildlife.
It can also be done as two shorter loops of six and seven miles, if you are looking for something a bit less challenging.
From the furnace walk
Moira Furnace Museum Trust DE12 6AT Leicestershire
A five-mile circular walk exploring the industrial and natural heritage of Moira. The route takes you through new woodlands and wildlife habitats and, as you go, look closely and learn something of the industrial past that once dominated this landscape.
Staunton Harold Reservoir & Visitor Centre
Calke Road Windmill Hill, Melbourne Derbyshire DE73 1DL
Staunton Harold is a 163-acre countryside space, while the reservoir itself is 210 acres. At this hidden gem you'll discover wildflower meadows, woodland habitat, industrial archaeology and nature reserves, along with spectacular views across open water.
Sence Valley Forest Park
Ibstock Leicestershire
A wonderful transformation from opencast to wildlife haven with 150 acres of woodland, lakes and meadow. Surfaced trails provide access for all abilities. NB 2.2 metre height barrier to site. Fishing by permit.
Beacon Hill Country Park
Woodhouse Eaves Leicestershire LE12 8TA
A 128ha country park with spectacular views across Charnwood Forest and the Soar Valley.
Newfield Colliery
Donisthorpe Leicestershire
A 5ha nature reserve on site of former Newfield Colliery in the Ashby Woulds.
Poppy Wood
Melbourne Derbyshire
A woodland planted by the National Forest company in 2007.