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Region of England
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The East Midlands, in its broadest sense, is the eastern part of central England.
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Offers a range of hikes and walks with stunning views for walkers of varing abilities. Popular starting points include the villages of Bakewell and Castleton. Mountain biking is also popular.
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the hills of the Wolds are popular with walkers. Many trails start in the town of Louth, including the 76-mile Lincs Wolds Way which takes in the best of the area.
A 147-mile-long trail which spans the length of the East Midlands, starting on the banks of the Humber in the north of Lincolnshire and ending at Rutland Water.
By rail
Two major north-south railway lines run through the East Midlands, providing direct links to London, Scotland, Yorkshire and North East England.
By car
The M1 motorway provides direct access from London, Sheffield and Leeds to the region and the three main urban centres of Nottingham, Leicester and Derby.
By coach
A cheaper way of reaching the East Midlands from major UK cities is via coach.
By train
The region's intercity train network is extensive, meaning that travel between the main cities is easy.
By bus
In the cities and towns, bus cities are generally extensive and are an inexpensive way of travelling throughout the city.
By car
The East Midlands has an extensive road network, which is typically in good condition.
By boat
The region's industrial past means that there are a number of canals crossing the county.
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Nottingham, Leicestershire · International · EMA
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the region's only UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserving sites that were at the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.
stunning national park with breathtaking landscape - perfect for hiking and mountain-biking.
ancient forest, associated with the legend of Robin Hood.
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