Week-long programme of events to celebrate Snibston Colliery Park

The park has recently undergone a £3million regeneration scheme.

The County Council has put on a series of events for people of all ages to discover what the area has to offer.

This includes go-karting, cycling and music production.

Council leader, Nick Rushton, said: “We’re delighted to officially celebrate the opening of Snibston Colliery Park with the wider community of Coalville.

"The site brings together the town’s industrial heritage and natural landscape in one vibrant space.

"Many of the planned events are free to attend and we’re encouraging everyone to come along, get involved and discover what is available to them on their doorstep.”

As part of the £3m regeneration scheme, further work has been completed this year which includes the opening of a 4km mountain bike trail, information boards to supplement walking routes, a new creative studio space and electric vehicle charge points.

Peter Smith, Chair of Snibston Heritage Trust, said: “We’re very proud to share the rich ecology and history of the site with visitors, presenting stories of the miners and the mining community through our talks and tours.

"During the site regeneration important artefacts were preserved. We’re committed to honouring the important mining heritage roots at Snibston Colliery Park so that future generations can learn about them and enjoy them for years to come."

In addition to the Snibston Heritage Trust talks and tours, workshops and shows will be hosted by Leicester-Shire Schools Music Service, the Century Theatre Academy and local community group, Coalville C.A.N.