Operated by: Leicestershire Police

http://www.leics.police.uk/local-policing/forest

The Forest neighbourhood beat lies in the heart of the National Forest and covers a number of villages including Appleby Parva, Appleby Magna, Chilcote, Measham, Newton Burgoland, Snarestone, Stretton en le Field, Swepstone, Moira, Blackfordby, Albert Village, Spring Cottage, Donisthorpe, Oakthorpe and Acresford.

The beat has a number of retail and industrial premises as well as a large agricultural community.

Contact Details

Telephone: 101

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/NWLeicsPolice

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NorthWestLeicsPolice

Current Priorities

Issue

You Said: We are aware of ongoing anti-social behaviour involving e-bikes at Hicks Lodge in Moira. These activities have led to damage to the trail and children’s play equipment, in particular the new peddle and play trails which were launched in March 2025. This behaviour also causes a danger to members of the public who wish to visit the area.

Action

We will conduct regular patrols of the area working with staff members and the public who use these fabulous facilities. We will look to gather intelligence to identify offenders and section 59 notices will be issued where appropriate.

We have conducted numerous patrols in this area and have spoken to staff and members of the public who use the recreational park. We are happy to report that we have had minimal further issues in the area but will continue to monitor this and engage with staff at the site.

Issue

You have said that there are issues surrounding drug dealing and associated ASB in Hart Close, Measham.

Action

You said: You have said that there are increased issues surrounding drug dealing and associated ASB in the area.

We will: We have developed a patrol strategy to target and disrupt those causing harm. We will continue to monitor and develop intelligence and will look at enforcement options where able. We will also work with partner agencies to ensure we are working effectively.

We are gathering intelligence in relation to this matter and are working closely with partners. We have conducted consultation in the area to seek the views of residents in the area.

Issue

With the arrival of warmer weather and the school holiday periods, the risks associated with water related incidents in our lakes, rivers and reservoirs increases.

Action

We will conduct frequent patrols and will work with partners to encourage safety in and around water and urge parents to deter children from unsafe areas and hazards. Impacts such as cold-water shock, strong currents and submerged items can lead to serious injury. Prime areas for us will be the Moira/Donisthorpe Canal and Albert Village Lake.

We have conducted multiple patrols in these areas during the hot weather and engaged with young people regarding the dangers of open water. We aim to work with partners in Leicestershire Fire and Rescue to further promote this.

Upcoming Events

Beat Surgery at Age UK, Measham

Come and meet your local Officers at Age UK, Measham

Where: Age UK, High Street, Measham

When: 23 September 2025 at 10:30 - 23 September 2025 at 12:00

Beat Surgery at Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre

Come and meet your local Beat Officers at Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre

Where: Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre, Church Street, DE127PX

When: 30 September 2025 at 10:30 - 30 September 2025 at 11:30

Beat Surgery at Age UK, Measham

Come and meet your local Officers at Age UK, Measham

Where: Age UK, High Street, Measham

When: 9 October 2025 at 10:30 - 9 October 2025 at 12:00

Beat event at Moira Furnace

Officers will be at Moira Furnace to meet visitors and local residents.

Where: Moira Furnace, Furnace Lane, Moira, Swadlincote, DE12 6AT

When: 18 October 2025 at 10:30 - 18 October 2025 at 12:00

Beat Surgery at Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre

Come and meet your local Beat Officers at Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre

Where: Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre, Church Street, DE127PX

When: 18 October 2025 at 10:30 - 18 October 2025 at 12:00

Beat Surgery at Age UK, Measham

Come and meet your local Officers at Age UK, Measham

Where: Age UK, High Street, Measham

When: 6 November 2025 at 10:30 - 6 November 2025 at 12:00

Beat event at Moira Furnace

Officers will be at Moira Furnace to meet visitors and local residents.

Where: Moira Furnace, Furnace Lane, Moira, Swadlincote, DE12 6AT

When: 16 November 2025 at 10:30 - 16 November 2025 at 12:00

Beat Surgery at Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre

Come and meet your local Beat Officers at Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre

Where: Donisthorpe Woodlands Centre, Church Street, DE127PX

When: 24 November 2025 at 10:30 - 24 November 2025 at 12:00

Beat Surgery at Age UK, Measham

Come and meet your local Officers at Age UK, Measham

Where: Age UK, High Street, Measham

When: 2 December 2025 at 10:30 - 2 December 2025 at 12:00

Beat event at Moira Furnace

Officers will be at Moira Furnace to meet visitors and local residents.

Where: Moira Furnace, Furnace Lane, Moira, Swadlincote, DE12 6AT

When: 10 December 2025 at 10:30 - 10 December 2025 at 12:00