The National Forest

 

The National Forest is an area of 200 square miles across 3 counties where massive woodland creation and countryside tranformation is being carried out. The forest is being expanded for the benefit of local communities and wildlife. New woodlands will complement ancient woodland, meadows, lakes and rivers, parks, towns and other visitor attractions to create a new forest for the nation. Watch out in local press for activities in your area.

How to get there:

Covering 3 counties Ashby de la Zouch, Burton upon Trent, and Swadlincote and Coalville are the nearest towns or villages.
OS Grid Reference: SK 242 175

By road
The National Forest is easily accessible from the M1, M42/A42, A50 and the A38.

Places to go in The National Forest

Other places to go in this area

• The Marches
  
• Wyre Forest
  
• Dimmings Dale
  
• Cannock Forest
  
• Hawkbatch Wood
  
• Shrawley Wood
  
• Hay Wood
  
• Oversley Wood
  
• Arley Wood
  

Facilities:

Activities:

Contact

Chris Mansell
Community Ranger
01889 586593
e-mail: chris.mansell@forestry.gsi.gov.uk