Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

The National Forest is steeped in history with reminders of the area’s once industrial past still present today. From remnants of former collieries and quarries to railways and lime kilns, there’s so much to uncover.  

The National Forest is transforming the Midlands landscape of former coal mines from black to green and Moira Furnace, in north-west Leicestershire, is a great example of industrial heritage.
Ferrers Centre
AttractionFerrers Centre
Since the early 1970s when the first potter moved in, the Ferrers Centre for arts and crafts at Staunton Harold, has been a creative hub for makers and crafters.
Sinai Park House
With an impressive views over the Trent Valley, Sinai Park has a fascinating history dating back to the Roman era.

Places to visit

Timber Festival

The National Forest is steeped in history with reminders of the area’s once industrial past still present today. From remnants of former collieries and quarries to railways and lime kilns, there’s so much to uncover. 

 

Arts Grants

The Arts Grants are to support the National Forest creative community to develop and pilot new projects inspired by the National Forest.

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The Arts Grants are to support the National Forest creative community to develop and pilot new projects inspired by the National Forest.

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