Past the lovely red and green landscaped lawns, look closely and you can see Old John perching in the distance. Built in 1784 by Thomas Sketchley as a mock ruin, it functioned as an observation tower and a viewing point for the horse-racing practice circuit that the Earl of Stamford and Warrington had laid out. It is famous for its supposed 'mug shape' that has evolved over the years with one part of the structure even looking like the 'handle' of that mug! Today, it is one of Leicester's more famous landmarks, and one can enjoy guided tours and walks here.
Longest river of Derbyshire, River Derwent begins as a bunch of tiny streams draining from Bleaklow, a huge peat mass. Covering a couple of miles, River Derwent meets the first key landmark, three reservoirs- Ladybower, Derwent and Howden. All these consecutive reservoirs were constructed in the early years of the 20th Century. Derwent and Ashopton, two quaint villages, suffered much damage owing to these reservoirs. Today, River Derwent provides the right conditions for several animals including otters, crayfish, fish, insects and birds. Several wild flowers also bloom here, and can be best explored through the Lower Derwent Trail.
Foremark Reservoir is the local weekend hangout for all outdoor and leisure activities. It provides adventure through sports like sailing, country-side walks, fishing etc and provides for a play area for the children. The nearby National Forest is an attraction for nature enthusiasts to go out and explore. The reservoir was originally created in 1970 to take care of the water demand of the nearby cities. The reservoir is around 230 acres (93 hectares) in area and doesn't fall short of providing you with the perfect outdoor break. It also offers horse riding along with bird watching.
A fantastic outdoor area surrounded by water, woodland and meadows is a scenic destination to indulge in a variety of recreational activities such as walking, jogging, sailing, fishing, horse riding, swimming, bird watching and many more. Visitors can also enjoy and capture the wildlife in the surrounding area including migratory birds, dragonflies, butterflies etc.
This parkland covers over 400 acres and contains the historic ruins of the medieval Cistercian Coombe Abbey. The park also contains a large bird hide and boasts course fishing and regular events. These include craft displays, nature studies and car rallies. This is a most relaxing place to visit (even if you bring the children) and the surrounding countryside and country pubs are also worth investigation. Check website for their varying open hours.
Originally a granite mine, dating back to the beginning of the 19th Century, it is now a large flooded quarry and an extremely popular scuba diving site. Located between Stoney Stanton and Sapcote in England, this water body is used for scuba diving training and pleasure dives and swims. Started way back in 1960, Stoney Cove has over 30 years of diving experience, so you needn't worry if you are a first time diver. It has a depth of up to 36 meters (118feet) and is considered an attractive underwater adventure park today.
Longest river of Derbyshire, River Derwent begins as a bunch of tiny streams draining from Bleaklow, a huge peat mass. Covering a couple of miles, River Derwent meets the first key landmark, three reservoirs- Ladybower, Derwent and Howden. All these consecutive reservoirs were constructed in the early years of the 20th Century. Derwent and Ashopton, two quaint villages, suffered much damage owing to these reservoirs. Today, River Derwent provides the right conditions for several animals including otters, crayfish, fish, insects and birds. Several wild flowers also bloom here, and can be best explored through the Lower Derwent Trail.
Foremark Reservoir is the local weekend hangout for all outdoor and leisure activities. It provides adventure through sports like sailing, country-side walks, fishing etc and provides for a play area for the children. The nearby National Forest is an attraction for nature enthusiasts to go out and explore. The reservoir was originally created in 1970 to take care of the water demand of the nearby cities. The reservoir is around 230 acres (93 hectares) in area and doesn't fall short of providing you with the perfect outdoor break. It also offers horse riding along with bird watching.
This parkland covers over 400 acres and contains the historic ruins of the medieval Cistercian Coombe Abbey. The park also contains a large bird hide and boasts course fishing and regular events. These include craft displays, nature studies and car rallies. This is a most relaxing place to visit (even if you bring the children) and the surrounding countryside and country pubs are also worth investigation. Check website for their varying open hours.
Originally a granite mine, dating back to the beginning of the 19th Century, it is now a large flooded quarry and an extremely popular scuba diving site. Located between Stoney Stanton and Sapcote in England, this water body is used for scuba diving training and pleasure dives and swims. Started way back in 1960, Stoney Cove has over 30 years of diving experience, so you needn't worry if you are a first time diver. It has a depth of up to 36 meters (118feet) and is considered an attractive underwater adventure park today.
A fantastic outdoor area surrounded by water, woodland and meadows is a scenic destination to indulge in a variety of recreational activities such as walking, jogging, sailing, fishing, horse riding, swimming, bird watching and many more. Visitors can also enjoy and capture the wildlife in the surrounding area including migratory birds, dragonflies, butterflies etc.
Past the lovely red and green landscaped lawns, look closely and you can see Old John perching in the distance. Built in 1784 by Thomas Sketchley as a mock ruin, it functioned as an observation tower and a viewing point for the horse-racing practice circuit that the Earl of Stamford and Warrington had laid out. It is famous for its supposed 'mug shape' that has evolved over the years with one part of the structure even looking like the 'handle' of that mug! Today, it is one of Leicester's more famous landmarks, and one can enjoy guided tours and walks here.