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Worth a visit

The church of St James mostly dates from the 14th century and probably replaces an earlier church on the site. The church consists of a low west tower, nave, chancel and south chapel. The circular arcade dates to the 13th century, the low west tower has a brick upper stage which was rebuilt in the early 19th century. The font is probably 14th century. There is a monument to William Roberts who died in 1633 a recumbent alabaster effigy. He lies in armour with his two wives, one kneeling at his feet. The inscription reads; “here lyeth interred the body of Sir William Roberts, who in his life-time, being devoted both to hospitality and charity, among other memorable works erected, out of a pious mind, a hospital for six poor men adjoining the churchyard and endowed it with 30 pounds worth of land yearly for their maintenance for ever”.

A great place for a simple circuit of the lake or to hook up to other nearby walks. Owned by the forestry commission, the car parks are no longer free . Card or payment by app only (cash not accepted).

Sence Valley Forest Park is a significant area of woodland planting which has transformed the former opencast coal mining site, in north-west Leicestershire, into a haven for wildlife and visitors. The coal mine closed in 1996 and only two years later 98,000 Corsican pine, larch and poplars trees were planted. Another 100 acres of land was bought in 2018 and this was planted with a range of coniferous and broadleaved trees, as a sustainable forest for the future.

Beware of the Sheep!!!

The cafe at the garden centre is perfect for a mid ride cob

Shackerstone steam railway station, stands as a preserved railway station and a distinguished heritage museum. Serving as the terminus and headquarters of the Battlefield Line Railway, this location boasts the Shackerstone Railwayana Museum, a tea room, a well-stocked shop, and houses both the locomotive shed and main rolling stock.

Saint James Church is known as 'The Battlefield Church,' a title attributed to an aged wooden sign located in the garden across from the church. Tradition holds that Richard III conducted Mass here on the eve of the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485. Within the church, numerous artifacts linked to Richard III are on display, including needlepoint kneelers crafted by members of the Richard III Society. Adjacent to the church stands an impressive row of 17th-century almshouses.