Heath Wood – Anchor Church Caves loop from Barrow upon Trent

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Heath Wood – Anchor Church Caves loop from Barrow upon Trent

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Heath Wood – Anchor Church Caves loop from Barrow upon Trent

01:53

7.03km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

25 m

The John Thompson Inn & Brewery

Highlight • Restaurant

good for a bite to eat

Tip by

1.73 km

Heath Wood is a small but beautiful copse between Foremark Hall and Seven Spouts Farm. It is a gem of a small wood, a nice shaded spot on a hot summer’s day too. It is a forestry commission wood, but before and after is farmland, so be considerate of farm animals if you are walking your dog.

Tip by

3.95 km

Foremarke Hall

Highlight • Monument

This beautiful historic country house was built in the 18th century and is a blend of Georgian and Victorian architectural styles. It's surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and parkland that feature mature trees, ornamental plants and plenty of open space.

Tip by

5.39 km

Anchor Church Caves

Highlight • Historical Site

Anchor Church caves are found in a Sandstone outcrop, close to Ingleby. The naturally formed caves have been extended by to form a dwelling (likely a hermitage around the 8th/9th century), complete with door and window holes. In more recent history (1840's) the owners of Foremarke Hall undertook some additional enhancements so they could use the caves as a summerhouse and picnic spot.

Tip by

5.92 km

River Trent at Ingleby

Highlight • Trail

This is a beautiful trail between fields of farmland and the River Trent just south of Derby. Further down the path you have the fascinating Anchor Church caves which are naturally formed caves that have been extended to form a dwelling.

Tip by

7.03 km

End point

Parking

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