The National Forest
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About 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.
How to get there:
Covering 3 counties Ashby de la Zouch, Burton upon Trent, and Swadlincote and Coalville are the nearest towns or villages.
By road
The National Forest is easily accessible from the M1, M42/A42, A50 and the A38.
OS Grid Reference: SK 242 175
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info
Places to go in The National Forest
Rosliston WoodBignall's Wood
Jaguar Lount Wood
Seale Wood
Sence Valley
Kelham Bridge
Alistair's Wood
Shell Brook Wood
Tunnel Woods
Other places to go in this area
What's on in The National Forest
Facilities:
Activities:
Contact
Chris Mansell
Community Ranger
01889 586593
e-mail: chris.mansell@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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6/Apr/2009