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Woodland, riverside walks, country parks and outdoor ideas close to Drakelow

Walks, woods and fresh air near Drakelow

Drakelow sits on the edge of the National Forest, with woodland trails, river walks, country parks and reservoirs within easy reach. Start here for dependable local places, routes and outdoor events.

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Wetland and woodland at Drakelow Nature Reserve In Drakelow Drakelow Nature Reserve Wetland, riverside habitat, wildlife and practical visitor information. Open local guide → Sheep and lambs in open countryside Nearby places Parks & Woodlands Country parks, reservoirs, woods and open spaces around the local area. Browse outdoor places →
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Woodland path through dense green trees Places Country Parks & Woodlands Rosliston, Hicks Lodge, Branston Water Park, Foremark and Calke parkland. Browse places → Family walking along a path through open parkland Walking Walks Near Drakelow Local National Forest Way stages with current notices and official maps. Explore walks → Cycle route symbol marked on a paved path Cycling Cycling Near Drakelow Traffic-free family rides, woodland trails and longer National Forest routes. Explore cycling →
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Walks Near Drakelow Full walking guide →
Stage 8 · 7.5 miles · around 3.5 hours National Forest Way: Moira to Rosliston

A woodland-heavy stage from Conkers Waterside through the Mease Lowlands to Rosliston Forestry Centre.

Official route → Stage 9 · Rosliston to Branston National Forest Way: Rosliston to Branston

Young woodland, farmland and the River Trent, finishing around Branston Water Park.

Official route → Stage 10 · 4 miles · around 2 hours National Forest Way: Branston to Rangemore

A short local stage beside the Trent & Mersey Canal, across the valley and through Tatenhill.

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The National Forest Way is waymarked, but route conditions can change. Check the official route page for current notices before setting off.

More Outdoor Events Full calendar →
Wed 21 Oct · 10:30am Saplings Nature Tots Rosliston Forestry Centre Tue 27 Oct · 3:00pm Wildlife Watch Autumn Lights Rosliston Forestry Centre Wed 4 Nov · 10:30am Saplings Nature Tots Rosliston Forestry Centre Wed 11 Nov · 10:30am Saplings Nature Tots Rosliston Forestry Centre Wed 18 Nov · 10:30am Saplings Nature Tots Rosliston Forestry Centre
Nearby Outdoor Places All parks & woodlands →
Rosliston Forestry Centre Rosliston Forestry Centre Woodland trails, cycling and a busy events programme Conkers Conkers 120 acres in the National Forest, indoor and out Hicks Lodge Hicks Lodge Forestry England woodland with walking, cycling, play and wildlife Foremark Foremark Reservoir, woodland, heathland and open countryside

Drive times from Drakelow use the site's travel-time data where available. Opening hours, parking and trail conditions can change, so check the official venue before setting off.