Bagworth Heath Woods
This walk explores Bagworth Heath Woods in the National Forest area of Leicestershire, near the town of Coalville.
The park is located on the site of the former Desford Colliery and includes some pretty lakes, woodland trails and lots of wildlife. There's also a cycle track running through the centre of the site.
You can start your walk from the car park at the southern end of the site, near to the fishing lakes.
The National Forest Way passes through the heath. You could pick up this long distance trail and follow it east to visit the nearby Thornton Reservoir and Martinshaw Wood. Heading north west would take you to Sence Valley Forest Park.
Postcode
LE67 1DL - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsBagworth Heath Woods Ordnance Survey Map 
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Bagworth Heath Woods Open Street Map 
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Bagworth Heath Woods OS Map 
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Bagworth Heath Woods Open Street Map 
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Dog Walking
As you'd imagine the woods and heath are ideal for dog walking. You'll probably meet other owners on your visit.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
To the west there's the worthy village of Shackerstone to explore. There's some pleasant canalside walks and the heritage Battlefield Line Railway station to visit here.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Lake view. Once there was a colliery somewhere just here.
Bagworth and District Angling Club
Car park at Bagworth Heath Wood
Thornton viewed from Bagworth Heath. Part of 75 hectares of woodland, heathland, grassland and lakes within the National Forest in Leicestershire.
Manor Wood autumn colours
Public footpath across Bagworth Heath