Trail with trees and bushes along the side

Ashby Woulds Trail

Formerly the Ashby and Nuneaton Joint Railway, this multi-use trail is surrounded by an abundance of wildlife in the heart of the National Forest.

Accessible paths

Find us

There are a number of car parks along or near the trail that can be found at:

Measham library (DE12 7HR)

Donisthorpe Woodland Park (DE12 7PY)

Moira Furnace (DE12 6AT)

Sarah’s Wood (DE12 6GA) – height restriction barrier of 2m

Opening times

All of our parks are open every day.

The car park allows entry from 7am until the following times:
December – January: 4pm
February: 5pm
March: 6pm
April: 7pm
May – August: 8pm
September: 7pm
October: 6pm
November: 5pm

What to see and do along the Ashby Woulds Trail

This 3.5mile (6km) multi-use trail in The National Forest was formerly the Ashby and Nuneaton Joint Railway and runs from the restored Measham Station to Spring Cottage.

There are a number of places to visit near to the trail including the Conkers Discovery Centre and The National Forest Visitor Centre, Moira Furnace, Donisthorpe Woodland Park and Measham village.

The stone-surfaced trail is suitable for cyclists, pedestrians and horse riders. Please note that wheelchair users will need assistance in places.

Highlights of Ashby Woulds Trail

Heritage tagsMeasham StationNow disused, this railway station served the village of Measham from 1873 to 1931. It is now the only building remaining in situ on the Ashby - Shackerstone section of the former Ashby and Nuneaton Joint Railway.View Measham Station on map Save Measham Station to favourites

Heritage tagsMoira FurnaceThe site at Moira Furnace includes a museum of iron making and social history, a vintage narrowboat for trips along the canal, woodlands for exploring, and facilities for fishing and picnics.View Moira Furnace on map Save Moira Furnace to favourites

View mapof Ashby Woulds Trail