# Moira Junction Circular (Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail)
**Type:** Walk | **Location:** Moira, Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom
**Murphy Approved** ✓ — personally visited and approved by Murphy & Me
**Murphy & Me Rating:** 4.5/5 (space, sniff factor, facilities, ease)
## About
We parked at the YHA in Moira and followed a circular route past Conkers, along the Ashby Canal to Moira Furnace, through Donisthorpe Woodland Park and back.

A great mix of woodland, open paths and waterside stretches — loads to keep curious dogs busy 🐶

Beautiful, varied scenery with great opportunities for socialisation — dogs, cyclists, runners, horses, geese, swans (and baby ducks 🐥). Stream access for a splash, plenty of bins, and tonnes of signage throughout.

There are stop-offs along the way including Canalside Café at Conkers, The Hub Café at Moira Furnace, and The Pavilion at Donisthorpe Woodland.

Parking at YHA is paid for non-residents (£1.50). Worth noting the YHA café kitchen is currently closed. Can be busy in parts.

## Murphy's Verdict
*Reviewed by Murphy, Cavapoo and chief sniff tester at Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit*
> "Made the most of every sniff… loved the variety (and the splash stop) 😂🐾"
## Highlights
- Beautiful, varied scenery
- Great for socialisation — dogs, cyclists, runners, horses, geese, swans
- Stream access for a splash
- Plenty of bins
- Tonnes of signage
- Stop-offs: Canalside Café (Conkers), The Hub Café (Moira Furnace), The Pavilion (Donisthorpe Woodland)
- Parking £1.50 for non-residents at YHA
- YHA café kitchen currently closed
- Can be busy in parts
## Dog-Friendly Features
Water / Swimming, Woodland, Off-Lead, Gravel Paths
## About This Review
Moira Junction Circular (Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail) was personally visited by Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit, a trusted dog-friendly recommendation network covering Leicestershire and beyond. Every review is based on a genuine visit. No paid placements. Murphy approved where earned.
**Source:** [Moira Junction Circular (Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail) on Murphy & Me](https://murphyandme.co.uk/walks/moira-junction-circular-ashby-woulds-heritage-trail)
**Publisher:** Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit | murphyandme.co.uk
**Published:** 2026-05-31