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Route details
Medium
7.5 miles
Time
3.5 hours
Map
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OS Grid Ref
SK 31355 15950
Start
Conkers Waterside, Moira (DE12 6BA)
Path type
Roads, unsurfaced paths, tracks, woodland trails and farmland
Accessibility
Unsurfaced paths may be muddy in wet weather
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Summary
This stage takes you through young and established woodlands including Cadborough Hill Wood and alongside the ancient woodland of Grange Wood. As you emerge from the woodlands look out for the characteristic tall church spires rising above rolling fields as you walk through the Mease Lowlands.
Walk highlights
Conkers was one of the earliest visitor attractions to be developed in The National Forest. Built on a former deep coal mine, you can now explore 120 acres of woodland, enjoy adventure play and over 100 indoor interactive exhibits.
At the base of Cadborough Hill is a valley known locally as Dead-Dane Bottom. If you walk up the steep slope of Cadborough Hill you can enjoy a dramatic panorama of the developing National Forest.
This is an extended section of connected woodlands where new planting on a large scale sits next to ancient and maturing woodlands. It is a bold demonstration of the intention to create a connected forested landscape.
This popular visitor centre was the first to open in The National Forest. You can walk and cycle through the woodlands, spot the wildlife or take part in the Centre’s environmental education programme.
Facilities
Where to eat
There's always somewhere new to visit in the National Forest, with an array of unique attractions to explore and discover.
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