Holmewood Woodlands
Holmewood Woodlands has been recreated upon the site of the original 'Holme Wood' which is where the village gets its name.
How to find us
You will find Holmewood Woodlands on the Five Pits Trail, close to Junction 29 of the M1, off the A6175 in the village of Holmewood.
Parking
There is free car parking from Pit Lane, opposite St. Albans Church, Heath Road, Holmewood.
The original 'Holme Wood' was destroyed by the development of the colliery but today you can wander through woodland and grassland. There are footpath links across a farmed landscape to Stainsby village, Stainsby Mill and Hardwick Hall. Or you can start the Astwith circular walk here; a 5 mile circular route visiting the villages of Astwith and Hardstoft.
If you fancy getting fit, you could try out the 'Trim Trail' - a 1 mile jogging or walking route with exercise stations along the way. It's a great way to get in shape and enjoy the countryside at the same time.
So what might you see?
- The woodlands are home for a variety of birds such as Kestrel, Long-tailed Tit and Greenfinch.
- Butterflies such as Red Admiral, Small Tortoiseshell and Common Blue enjoy the grassland areas.
- Around the pond in summer you can spot many different species of dragonflies and damselfly.
From Holmewood Woodlands the trail goes north to Williamthorpe Ponds and Grassmoor Country Park. South of Holmewood Woodlands are Locko Plantation and Tibshelf Ponds.
Facilities available
- Footpath
- Bridleway/Horseriding trail
- Picnic area
- Woodland with public access
- Wildlife area
- Museum
- Light refreshments
- Parking
- Toilets
- Easy access for all
- On-site information
- Camping/Caravan site
- Children's play area
- Gardens
- Nature trail
- Events area
- Cycle path
Contact details
- Address
- Unknown
- Telephone
- Call Derbyshire 08 456 058 058
- countrysideservice@derbyshire.gov.uk