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Coalville

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Practical info — Coalville

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Explore Snibston Colliery Park to uncover the town's rich mining heritage.
For a unique experience, visit the nearby Mount St Bernard Abbey to buy the UK's only Trappist beer.
Public transport is mainly by bus, but having a car is easier for exploring the surrounding National Forest.
Look out for free parking options in the council car parks on weekends.
Climb Bardon Hill for the best panoramic views of the county.

🍽 Food

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Leicestershire Pork Pie

Try a traditional Melton Mowbray style pie from a local butcher on the High Street.

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Tynt Meadow Trappist Ale

Brewed by the monks at Mount St Bernard Abbey, available in local specialty shops.

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Traditional Pub Grub

Enjoy a hearty Sunday roast at a historic pub in the town centre or nearby villages.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Coalville Indoor Market

Browse local stalls for fresh produce, fabrics, and household goods on market days.

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National Forest Products

Look for locally carved wooden items and crafts in gift shops around the forest visitor centres.

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Sence Valley Forest Park

A reclaimed colliery site featuring lakes, woodland walks, and plenty of birdwatching opportunities.

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Hermitage Recreation Ground

A large, peaceful green space well-suited for a relaxed afternoon walk.

Highlights of 2026

Festival

Picnic in the Park

Free two-day family event in Coalville Park in early July with live music, circus shows, a climbing wall, children's workshops and food and drink stalls.

Coalville owes its name and growth to the coal industry of the 19th century. Located in the Leicestershire Coalfields, the town developed rapidly as railway connections allowed the transport of mined coal to Birmingham and London. With the decline of mining activities in the late 20th century, Coalville underwent a phase of economic restructuring. Today, the town is an important local center with a diversified service and manufacturing base. Geographically, the town benefits from its location near the National Forest, a large-scale reforestation project that underscores the rural character of the region and features new recreational opportunities. Culturally, Coalville has maintained a strong identity through preserved industrial architecture and local museums that commemorate the harsh working conditions of the miners.

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Top sights: Snibston Colliery · Coalville Clock Tower · Donington le Heath Manor House
Nearby: Ibstock (5 km)
Population: ~21.988

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	4	4	6	8	12	15	17	16	14	10	7	4
Rain mm	63	52	51	46	60	66	72	73	51	76	70	68

Geography

Population

37,661

Coordinates

52.72400, -1.36900

Facts

Founded by mining.
Population approx. 21,988.
Part of Leicestershire.
Neighbor to Ashby.
Transition from coal to industry.
Near the National Forest.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

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📍Ashby-de-la-Zouch8 km · WExplore →

📍Groby12 km · SEExplore →

East Midlands Cargo Hub12 km · NExplore →

📍Loughborough12 km · NEExplore →

📍Anstey13 km · SEExplore →

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Sights in the town Coalville (11)

Snibston Colliery 🏛 museum

A former coal mine site that now forms part of a park and museum preserving Coalville's mining heritage.

Coalville Clock Tower 🏙 civic

An iconic 1925 memorial clock tower that stands as the primary landmark in the town center.

Donington le Heath Manor House 🏛 museum

One of the oldest surviving houses in Leicestershire, now a museum showcasing medieval domestic life.

Century Theatre 🎭 culture

A unique historic mobile theatre that has found a permanent home in Coalville, hosting diverse arts events.

🌐 centurytheatre.co.uk

Mount St Bernard Abbey ⛪ religious

A working Trappist monastery nearby, famous for its grand architecture and traditional Tynt Meadow beer.

Coalville Market 🏙 civic

A traditional market offering local produce and goods, serving as a hub for the community for decades.

Stenson House 🏙 civic

A stately building housing the local council offices and registry office, set in pleasant grounds.

Christ Church ⛪ religious

A 19th-century church that serves as a key religious and community center for the people of Coalville.

Kelham Bridge Nature Reserve 🌿 nature

Kelham Bridge Nature Reserve near Coalville is a significant wetland area for observing birds and insects. It provides marked walking trails for visitors through diverse natural habitats.

Snibston Colliery Park 🏛 museum

Snibston Colliery Park in Coalville is a museum site commemorating the region's industrial mining history. Visitors can see historic pitheads and various technical exhibits on the grounds.

St John's ⛪ religious

St John's in Coalville is a church with a long tradition that plays a central role for local worshippers. The building gives a peaceful environment and is open to visitors.