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Conkers Discovery Centre  Playdale at Conkers Waterside

CONKERS in the heart of The National Forest is a unique mix of INDOOR and OUTDOOR experiences.

Over 100 interactive exhibits, the enchanted forest adventure play, cafes, gift shop, 120 acres of maturing woodland and lakes, adventure play, assault course, picnic areas, ranger activities and covered amphitheatre with live shows. New for 2010 the barefoot walk.

Open all year round, apart from Christmas Day.

View key to symbolskeyCredit cards accepted (no fee) Baby changing facilities On-site catering Disabled toilets Facilities for educational visits Gift shop Facilities for groups Facilities for groups Picnic site On-site light refreshments Coach parties accepted Disabled access Education/study area Public toilets Accepts groups Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Welcome Host Pushchairs available Telephone (public) Wheelchairs available Children welcomeSmoking not allowedDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Disabled accessGuided tours for groupsGrounds for outdoor activities

Prices


Adults £7.95, Children £5.95, Family £24.95, Concession £6.95.
Includes 10% gift aid donation to the Heart of The National Forest. Small additional charge for Billy Bonkers Activity Centre at Waterside. Please call 01283 216633 ext 0 for details of annual membership and 01283 213731 for special education and group rates.

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Notes Open all year round apart from Christmas Day.
   
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Contact

Information
Tel: 01283 216633
View the Conkers websitewww.visitconkers.com
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Venue

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Rawdon Road (B586), Moira, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6GA

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Map reference: SK 309163


From the South: M42 leave the M42 at J11, travel north west on the A444 towards Burton-on-Trent. After approximately 2 miles, when reaching the village of Overseal turn right at the junction with the B5003 for the Waterside Centre or take the second right at the next crossroads and follow the road up to the T junction, turn immediately right towards Moira and you will find the Discovery Centre entrance approximately 100 yards on your right.
From the North: A42 leave the A42 at the junction to Measham, travel south to the traffic lights. Turn right on to the B586 toward Moira. CONKERS is clearly signed on the junction with the B5003 at Moira. Travel straight ahead for approximately half-a-mile for the Discovery Centre entrance or turn left at this junction and follow the road to the Waterside Centre.


Parking : free

Nearest station : 6 miles from Burton station

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Events at this venue

Select event title for details
date event
Sun 19 Sep 2010 National Forest 10K
Sat 9 Oct 2010 Karl's Bavarian Oktoberfest
Sat 30 Oct 2010 Halloween Havoc
Sat 6 Nov 2010 Firework Extravaganza

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Automatic door at the main entrance

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Lift equipped with raised floor numbers or braille numbers or letters
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Gluten free (coeliacs)
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system
  • Visual alarm system

Notes

  • Received 24/11/09