Posts Tagged ‘Ashby-de-la-Zouch’

The Ivanhoe Way – CASTLES, BEARS AND BLUEBELLS

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Section 3 – Ashby de la Zouch to Heath End
History, shopping, entertainment … Ashby-de-la-Zouch has all three and then some!  The third stretch of the Ivanhoe Way is only 3.5 miles long so you’ve plenty of time to explore this busy market town before you start.
Begin with the castle.
Although a ruin, it has plenty to [...]

The Ivanhoe Way – DOCTORS OF PHYSICK, MAD EARLS AND SECRET TUNNELS

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Section 2 – Measham, Moira and Ashby de la Zouch.
Proud of its industrial heritage, Measham has risen from the ashes of pit closure to regenerate into the first model village in the National Forest.  It now boasts a small museum housing the collection of Dr Hart, a local GP practising during the early part of [...]

The Ivanhoe Way – TRAINS AND BOATS AND … BATTLES!

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

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Section 1 – Shackerstone – Snarestone – Measham is approximately 5 miles.  It follows the canal towpath and open farm land.  Mainly flat throughout,  Knight’s helmet symbols mark the way but you are strongly advised to purchase a copy of the excellent guide from Ashby-de-la-Zouch Tourist Information office price £1.  Tel. 01530 411767 [...]