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FOOD & DRINK
Saltersford Valley
Details
Location
Saltersford Wood, Measham Road, Oakthorpe, Leicestershire, DE12 7QQ 
OS Grid Ref
SK324134
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Path Type
- Surfaced paths
Accessibility
Stone-surfaced paths are suitable for all users. Wheelchair users may need assistance in some places.
Site Owner
Leicestershire County Council
Website
Summary
A local nature reserve established on a site of former mining subsidence, Saltersford Valley contains oak, ash, cherry, hazel, guelder rose and dogwood plantings to form a native woodland. Open grassland areas are being managed as traditional hay meadows with wild flowers.
On the banks of the lake are fishing platforms for disabled anglers and a board walk gives access across part of the lake. The seven-hectare reserve features two wooden sculptures on the theme of fishing, sculpted by Simon Todd and chosen by local people.
Facilities
- Day fishing
- Disabled access
- Information centre
- Picnic facilities
- Walking trails
Advance visit information
- Free car parking, open 9am to 4pm (Oct-Mar) and 9am to 7pm (Apr to Sep)
- Local bus services
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Why not explore the Forest on one of our circular trails? Each showcasing the variety of landscapes across the National Forest.
