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Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park

Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park

Fun Things in Swadlincote

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+44 128 322 46 67Furnace Lane, Swadlincote, DE12 6AT · Moira

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Furnace Lane, Swadlincote, DE12 6AT

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The country park is open all year round. Museum and Boat run from April until October. Set in open parkland, alongside a stretch of the Ashby Canal and wrapped up in the heart of the National Forest, Moira Furnace is the most well preserved blast furnace in the country, dating back to 1806. Now rescued from demolition and restored, it serves as an outstanding landmark with a surprisingly interesting museum nestled inside. The canal barge, the Joseph Wilkes, glides visitors up and down the restored stretch of the Ashby Canal whilst the park and woodland provide ample space for legs of all lengths to stretch themselves out and enjoy the feeling of being close to nature.

Amenities

Service options

  • Onsite services

Highlights

  • Live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Restroom

Crowd

  • Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids

Hours

Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10 AM to 4 PM
Friday
10 AM to 4 PM
Saturday
10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday
10 AM to 4 PM
Monday
10 AM to 4 PM
Tuesday
10 AM to 4 PM

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