Local Places of Interest

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Historic Castles and Buildings

Belvoir Castle

Belvoir Castle occupies a commanding position with breathtaking views across the vale of Belvoir. The present castle is the fourth to have stood on the site since Norman times.
Website: http://www.belvoircastle.com/

Rockingham Castle

900 years of living History. 450 years a castle, 450 years a family home, Rockingham has something of interest for everyone. Its hilltop site commands magnificent views over five counties and visiting its interior is like a passage through time.
Website: http://www.rockinghamcastle.com/

Warwick Castle

Described as Britain’s greatest mediaeval experience.
Website: http://www.warwick-castle.co.uk/

Stanford Hall

Has been the home of the Cave family since 1430. The present house was built in 1690.
It has a motorcycle museum and hosts many events.
Website: http://www.stanfordhall.co.uk/

Deene Park

Deene is a 16th century house incorporating a mediaeval manor.
Website: http://www.deenepark.com/

Local Walks, Gardens and Water Resorts

Walks

There are numerous public footpaths around Hothorpe, details of which are available from our Reception.
There is also a Meditative Walk available around Hothorpe's 12 acres of ground. Ask in Reception

Foxton Locks

Flight of 10 locks on the Grand Union canal set in lovely Leicestershire countryside

Website: http://www.foxtonlocks.com/

Barnsdale Gardens

As tribute to the work of Geoff Hamilton his Barnsdale Garden is now open in Rutland, Oakham.
Website: http://www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk/

Coton Manor Garden

Coton Manor lies in peaceful Northamptonshire countryside and enjoys beautiful views providing an ideal setting for the garden.

The ten acre garden, originally laid out in 1925 by the grandparents of the present owner, encloses a variety of smaller gardens providing surprises and contrasts as it gradually unfolds.
Website: www.gardenvisit.com/g/cot2.htm

Cottesbrooke Hall and gardens

18th century house with beautiful park, lakes and gardens
Website: http://www.cottesbrookehall.co.uk/

Garden Organic, Ryton

Thirty two beautiful, landscaped display Gardens and the place to find out about organic gardening, farming and food, set in the Warwickshire countryside.
Website: www.gardenorganic.org.uk

Pitsford Reservoir

Nestling in the rolling Northamptonshire countryside, Pitsford Water is not only a vital water supply reservoir, but also an ideal venue for walking, cycling, sailing and fishing.
Website: http://www.anglianwaterleisure.co.uk/

Rutland Water

Rutland water is the biggest man made lake in England and in Europe. Many go to walk, cycle even take a tour around the lake by boat. It also has beautiful land for relaxing with a picnic and enjoying the panoramic views.
Website: http://www.rutlandwater.org.uk/

Conkers

Conkers brings hands on fun for everyone - at the heart of the national forest.
Conkers is great outdoors, too - with assault courses, adventure playgrounds, train rides and lakeside restaurant.
Website: http://www.visitconkers.com/

Leisure Parks and Zoos

Twycross Zoo

Twycross Zoo provides breeding programmes for threatened species and provides education, study and wonder for its visitors.

As well as visiting the animals, Twycross offers a Restaurant, Gift Shop, Picnic Area and Children's Playground.
Website: http://www.twycrosszoo.com/

West Lodge Rural Park

Farm park with ‘cuddle corner’, barrel rides and playground
Website: www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

Wicksteed Leisure Park

Wicksteed Park provides fun rides for all ages set in Kettering town.
Website: http://www.wicksteedpark.co.uk/

Museums in Leicestershire

Great Central Railway

Daily rides on steam engines with historic stations
Website: http://www.gcrailway.co.uk/

Leicester City museums and heritage sites

Including New Walk Museum, Jewry Wall, Newarke Houses, The Guildhall, Abbey Pumping Station, Belgrave hall and gardens
Website: http://www.leicestermuseums.ac.uk/

Market Harborough Museum

Adam & Eve Street, Market Harborough
Museum illustrating the Harborough area, including the town's role as a marketing and social focus, as a staging post, a hunting centre and as a medieval planned town.
Website: http://www.leics.gov.uk/index/community/museums/harborough_museum.htm

Snibston Discovery Park

Leicestershire’s all-weather science and industry museum where visitors can get their hands on loads of fun in the popular science alive gallery.
Website: www.leics.gov.uk/museums/snibston

Space Centre in Leicester

The award winning National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the Space Centre's futuristic Rocket Tower, you 'll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun.
Website: http://www.spacecentre.co.uk/