Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park

Moira Furnace is a nineteenth-century iron-making blast furnace located in Moira, Leicestershire, on the banks of the Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal.

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Quantum Theatre presents Kenneth Grahame’s The Reluctant Dragon, an enchanting tale of a poetry-loving dragon and his friendship with a little boy who together hatch a cunning plan to NOT fight St George!

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This Saturday 27th Aug 5pm
@QuantumTheatre return with their family show 'The Reluctant Dragon'. Tickets from: https://t.co/rNmIFVzGYq

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Everyone knows St George has to do battle with the dragon, but what happens when the dragon simply won’t fight St George?

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Well done to all involved and thank you everyone for the ongoing support, it means the world to us. We hope to launch the audio trails by the summer holidays, so watch this space!

#placesofscience #IMD22 @BBCLeicester

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It's International Museum Day!

We are proud to announce we have been awarded a grant from The Royal Society and their Places of Science grant award scheme. We will be using this money to bring the museum to life by creating audio trials around the building using Talking Pens

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To celebrate this and to help raise awareness of other small museums in the county, our Site Manager, Tom, will be speaking to Ben Jackson on BBC Radio Leicester just after 4pm. Tune in to have a listen.

We are 1 of 36 projects receiving this grant. See map of all the locations

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We don't get around to Tweeting much but this is something we had to share! It is a great, interactive map which you can really get lost in, learning so much! And we have been a part of it. Enjoy.
#TheEartMuseum #LocalHistory #ConnectingTheWorld

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Introducing the East Midlands History Explorer! Discover a tapestry of global #heritage connections on this map created by a collaboration of 13 community #museums including @ChfldMuse @HolocaustCentUK @StruttsMill Supported by @MusDevEM

@MuseumsAssoc

https://t.co/lv7GDAdcgQ

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We have a new bridge thanks to our wonderful #volunteers Have a walk across and let us know what you think :)

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Your chance to have your say. We want to hear from you :)

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Want to help us shape the future of @moirafurnace?

We want to hear your thoughts about how we can improve Moira Furnace – let us know by taking the short survey below.

https://t.co/OUjzn9paKU

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@ThisIsNWLeics and @moirafurnace are looking at ways to enhance the offer at Moira Furnace in an appropriate way and subject to funding. NWLDC and Trust want to make sure any improvements respond to the needs of residents and visitors. Your views matter!
https://t.co/vVquG7jOQ1

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We are very excited to announce that we are working with NWLDC to look at ways to enhance the offer at Moira Furnace in an appropriate way and subject to funding. We want to make sure any improvements respond to the needs of residents and visitors.
https://t.co/LWdanN59O6

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Of course, we recommend this walk too :)

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NEW JIGSAW!!!

Start of the week and feeling down? We got you. A new jigsaw for you to destress with.

This time it's even harder with more pieces and more sky. It took us 50 mins and 37 secs, how long did it take you?

https://t.co/0mPyg3zktY

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We can't wait to work on this project! It's all very exciting. #DigitalPersona @TheYCharity

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Excited to be visiting @moirafurnace today with Carl from @Y_Heritage talking about our #DigitalPersona project! #DigitalEngagement #EnhancingTheVisitorExperience #KickTheDust @TheYCharity

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We have created an online #Jigsaw for you to try. It's an easy one to start but they will get harder over the coming weeks. Click the link below to have a go!
https://t.co/NMF4OMhebL
#Jigsaws #Jigsawpuzzle

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look what has Just Arrived in our Museum shop, the beautiful RSPB handy spotters guides with a great fold out section. We are only open at weekends so why not bring along a picnic and see what you can spot.

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Good news,our museum re-opens this w’end from 11-4.We will have Covid rules, a one-way system in the museum by keeping to the left,including The Bridge Loft & WW1 Kitchen.Face coverings to be worn at all times please. Maintain social distancing,stay safe,be patient,respect others

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This is great news, and so many people have been waiting for this. Thank you NWL District Council. Please observe the rules.

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After the undertaking of comprehensive risk assessments for each of our playgrounds and outdoor gyms, we're pleased to announce we are ready to reopen these areas from today, Monday 27 July.

Signage will be in place so please take the time to read these and follow the guidance💚

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Please stay safe and keep well everyone, and keep an eye here on Facebook for up to date announcements as to what is happening here at Moira Furnace.
Many thanks for your patience and support in these trying and troubling times.

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*UPDATE: 12TH MAY*
Site opening and fishing
Following the announcement from the government on 11th May, we will be allowing fishing to re-commence as of Wednesday 13th May. Regular charges will still apply, with a contactless CASH system being put in place with the bailiff.

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The local police are visiting the site on a regular basis due to reports and evidence of gatherings on site and will be following the government's rulings to issue fines to any persons not following the social distancing rules.