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    Location

    Albert Village Lake, Occupation Road, Albert Village, DE11 8HA 

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    OS Grid Ref

    SK304175  

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    Path Type

    Gravelled walkways

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    Accessibility

    Surfaced paths suitable for all users

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    Site owner

    The National Forest Company

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Summary

Albert Village Lake is a former opencast mining site that now consists of a scenic large central lake surrounded by paths. It is located a mile away from Swadlincote and three miles from Ashby-de-la-Zouch. It is a good area for sightings of gulls, wildfowl and common terns. A circular walk around the lake is enhanced by a number of benches where you can take a rest and admire the views and wildlife. Albert Village took its name from the Albert Brick and Tile Works, itself named after Queen Victoria’s husband Prince Albert. Prior to becoming Albert Village, the area was previously known as Mushroom Lane. 

As well as an area for rest, relaxation or exercise, the lake is a haven for wildlife, attracting birds including glaucous, caspian and yellow-legged gulls, in addition to kittiwakes being recorded in the spring and autumn. In the reed areas around the site, you may well see reed warblers or water rail.

Nearby, on the edge of Albert Village, is a 19-hectare woodland dedicated to the memory of Diana, Princess of Wales.

Facilities

  • Benches
  • Car Parking
  • Walking Trails

Advance visit information

  • ​​​​Car parking (daylight hours only) on Occupation Road, Albert Village

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