Exploration, Adventure & Discovery

Explore the many hidden treasures nestled within North West Leicestershire.

Explore our Towns

Don’t overlook the many delights of the four key settlements in North West Leicestershire district. Between them, Ashby de la Zouch, Coalville, Castle Donington and Kegworth have much to offer visitors. Go and explore!

Ashby de la Zouch

Coalville

Castle Donington

Kegworth

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EXPLORE NORTH WEST Leicestershire

Embark on a journey of exploration.

WHY NORTH WEST Leicestershire?

Within the Heart of the National Forest, you can discover exhilarating cycle trails at Hicks Lodge or Snibston Colliery Park, brave an aerial adventure on the high ropes at Conkers or take a gentle stroll through the forest and beautiful countryside, along canals or next to open water.

Immerse yourself in our industrial past, by discovering the remnants of our coal mining heritage or the medieval coal mining site at Swannington or visit the impressive iron-making blast furnace at Moira. You can also marvel at Ashby Castle, discover the ruins of Grace Dieu Priory or visit Mount St Bernard Abbey, the sole Trappist house in England.

For a more unique experience, enjoy an afternoon with a furry companion at Charnwood Forest Alpacas or visit the East Midlands Aeropark the perfect place for aviation enthusiasts, situated close to Donington Park Racetrack.

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See & Do

Things to do around North West Leicestershire

  • Attractions

    Explore an abundance of captivating attractions from our industrial past, the relaxing delights of the National Forest, acres of tranquil countryside and adventures on tracks, cycle trails, waterways and even high ropes.

Taste the Place

A county-wide initiative that highlights the gastronomic excellence to be found in North West Leicestershire. Served across four themes, check out A Taste of England, The World on a Plate, Food for Through and The Home of Veganism to reveal magnificent local and regional culinary fare.

Uncover the Story

An engaging series of initiatives across Leicestershire that focus on unique and unusual stories. Uncover the Story of one of our most celebrated towns, Ashby de la Zouch, and get close to history at Moira Furnace – a fascinating Industrial Revolution ironworks captured in time.

Fitcation

Unleash your inner explorer! There’s never a dull moment with our family-friendly Fitcation programme, which is all about inspiring gentle adventures and active escapes. Take part in thrill-seeking challenges, learn a new sport or just have active family fun in our beautiful district.

Latest Events

What’s going on around North West Leicestershire

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