Walnut Lodge
Walnut Lodge is a 2-bedroom Nordic style lodge situated on the ground floor with a south-facing balcony overlooking a secluded lawn area, nestled in a peaceful marina setting within Derbyshire countryside.
Drayton Manor Resort is a large family-oriented theme park and zoo in Staffordshire, England, offering over 40 rides including thrill coasters, family rides, and a children’s area themed around Thomas & Friends. The park also features a zoo with over 100 animals, seasonal events like Halloween celebrations, and on-site accommodation with a hotel and camping facilities.
Walnut Lodge is a 2-bedroom Nordic style lodge situated on the ground floor with a south-facing balcony overlooking a secluded lawn area, nestled in a peaceful marina setting within Derbyshire countryside.
Acacia Lodge is a ground-floor accessible lodge with marina views, set in a peaceful environment with a private veranda and garden, designed for a comfortable family stay including pet and wheelchair access.
Lavender Lodge is a private, stylish lodge located in a quiet gated conservation park area of Mercia Marina, featuring a spacious ground-floor layout, a veranda, and a woodland atmosphere.
Foremark is a 230-acre nature reserve in Derbyshire featuring diverse woodland, heathland, and open water habitats including a reservoir. Visitors can enjoy walking trails including a wheelchair-accessible bridleway, a playground for children, outdoor family activities, and refreshments at the kiosk. Dogs are welcome on leads in designated areas.
A ground-floor conversion of traditional farm buildings set on a working farm offering accommodation for couples, families, or friends, featuring ensuite bedrooms, enclosed garden, and private parking.
Shugborough Estate in Staffordshire offers a blend of indoor and outdoor experiences including tours of a Georgian mansion, expansive gardens, parkland, and a working model farm. It features accessible facilities, food outlets, family-friendly activities, and dog-friendly grounds across 900 acres of historic and natural landscapes.
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
An exhibition of recently conserved watercolours explores Thomas Anson’s vision for Shugborough Estate, including paintings of its monuments by Nicholas Dall, Moses Griffith and Edward Jones.
Tawny Cottage is a three-bedroom cottage located in the countryside near Yoxall, Staffordshire, offering a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere with gardens overlooking open fields and access to nearby rural walks.
This Nordic style luxury lodge offers spacious accommodation on the ground floor with wheelchair friendly access, situated within an award-winning marina setting with abundant wildlife and countryside surroundings.
This accommodation offering is a ground-floor barn with an open plan living space located in a peaceful courtyard setting on a non-working farm in Staffordshire, featuring shared amenities like a games room, gym, and an indoor heated swimming pool with jacuzzi.
Sinai Park House is a historic timber-framed Elizabethan manor house with a 13th-century moat, located on a hilltop overlooking the Trent Valley in Staffordshire. Visitors can explore its rich history through private tours by appointment, enjoying accessible facilities and free parking.
Burton upon Trent is a historic market town in Staffordshire, England famed for its brewing industry, rich history, and vibrant cultural scene, offering visitors markets, theatres, breweries and riverside landmarks.
This is a cosy and homely rural cottage set on a working farm in Staffordshire, offering a private and peaceful retreat with scenic countryside surroundings and a welcoming atmosphere for guests and pets alike.
This accommodation is a peaceful, romantic rural cottage on the edge of the National Forest with views towards a Georgian country house, featuring a woodburner, shared lawned garden and courtyard, and private parking for two cars.
An elegant Grade II listed rural cottage with original features and a woodburning stove, set close to a shop and pub, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with shared garden and courtyard spaces.
Calke Abbey is a historic country estate in Derbyshire offering a unique visit with its Baroque mansion in decline, extensive parkland with ancient trees and deer, a vibrant walled garden, and accessible walking and cycling trails. The venue provides family-friendly outdoor play areas, guided tours, cafés, shops, and accessibility features including wheelchair access and mobility aids.
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Explore locations at Calke Abbey used in *Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man*, with information about filming in the historic interiors and outdoor spaces. A downloadable walking trail highlights filming locations across the estate.
A spacious luxury barn conversion in rural Warwickshire suited for families and friends, featuring four bedrooms, a games room, private hot tub, enclosed garden with patio, and private parking, set in a tranquil countryside setting near Corley village.
Arena Park Shopping Centre is a large indoor shopping park in Coventry offering a variety of major retailers, cafes, and easy access from nearby transport links. It features extensive parking and serves as a retail hub adjacent to Coventry Arena and railway station.
A comfortable lodge for six guests located on a peaceful farm setting with modern amenities and a homely atmosphere, suitable for families or groups seeking a relaxing rural retreat with nearby countryside attractions.
A spacious historic barn conversion on a rural estate edge with original roof timbers, suitable for large groups, featuring shared access to a large garden and peaceful surroundings near Foremark Hall.
A large countryside property suitable for up to 20 guests with extensive outdoor space, games room, and a peaceful farm setting near local amenities and attractions.
The Old Carthouse is a converted barn situated in a peaceful and secluded rural location near Uttoxeter, offering a homely and private retreat with access to an orchard garden and countryside surroundings.
Beech Lodge is a spacious ground-floor lodge situated in a gated community by a marina with views of a secluded grassed area and wildlife, offering a peaceful and comfortable setting for families and pet owners.
A homely two-bedroom cottage in the village of Kegworth, offering a comfortable and cosy three-floor stay with a garden, suitable for families and pets, located near local amenities and historic attractions.
Whatton House Gardens is a 15 acre garden showcasing vibrant flowers, ornamental trees, woodland paths, and an old fashioned rose garden with views. It offers accessible parking, mostly wheelchair accessible paths, and an outdoor café area. Admission is charged but free for Historic Houses members.
Acer Lodge is a spacious three-bedroom lodge nestled in the Derbyshire countryside overlooking Mercia Marina, offering a peaceful and stylish setting with modern interiors and a wrap-around terrace.
Fuchsia Lodge is a stylish, new three-bedroom holiday lodge set within the peaceful Mercia Marina, featuring a private hot tub, open-plan living, and a lakeside location amid Derbyshire countryside.
Laurel Lodge is a spacious luxury family-friendly lodge located on the ground floor with open plan living, set by Marina View North with views of the marina and surrounded by scenic walking opportunities.
This spacious detached holiday home is set in a rural countryside location close to local towns and amenities, offering a homely and peaceful private retreat with garden and patio areas.
Lovetts Bridge Cottage is a spacious and stylish four-bedroom countryside retreat located on a peaceful lane at the edge of Sheepy Parva village, offering scenic river views and countryside walks from the doorstep, ideal for family get-togethers and celebrations.
Field Lodge is a peaceful pine lodge set in the countryside on a 400-acre farm in the National Forest, offering tranquil valley views and a private retreat close to local attractions and outdoor activities.
Twycross Zoo in Leicestershire is a specialist primate zoo home to over 500 animals and 125 species, including all four great apes. It features extensive outdoor exhibits, conservation programs, a children's Gruffalo Discovery Land, and on-site dining.
A single-storey luxury cottage located in the Staffordshire countryside, featuring ground-floor living with open plan space, two ensuite bedrooms, and an enclosed garden with outdoor seating, set in a rural and peaceful area near countryside walks.
Swallow Cottage is a luxury family-friendly cottage in the National Forest, featuring three bedrooms and a garden with outdoor seating, set in rural Staffordshire with access to walking and cycling routes.
This accommodation is a converted barn set in the Warwickshire countryside near Corley village, offering a peaceful and stylish rural retreat with private hot tub and picturesque views.
A spacious former stables converted into holiday accommodation for larger parties, set in peaceful countryside with garden, tennis court, and close to historic and water sport attractions.
Melbourne Hall & Gardens in Derbyshire offers visitors an early 18th-century English garden in the style of Le Notre, combined with a historic family home open to the public in August. The venue features elegant formal gardens, exquisite furniture, antiques, and unique garden ornaments in a picturesque setting.
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
A museum room display at Calke Abbey showcasing the Chinese silk hangings from the State Bed. Visitors can look at the hangings and explore the symbolism and meanings in their imagery.
This traditional two-bedroom cottage on a working farm near Polesworth and Warton offers a rural retreat ideal for families and groups, with scenic countryside views and easy access to local attractions in the Midlands.
A stylish converted barn annex set in Staffordshire countryside among large grounds overlooking farmland and woodland, ideal for families and friends seeking a peaceful and spacious rural retreat.
Middleton Lakes is a tranquil nature reserve featuring wetlands, meadows, and woodland, home to diverse birdlife and wildlife. Visitors can enjoy nature trails, wildlife viewing, a play meadow for children, and light refreshments at the Welcome Hub.
Rosemary Lodge is a Nordic style lodge set in a tranquil lakeside area within Mercia Marina, offering a peaceful and stylish private retreat with scenic views and access to local amenities including shops and eateries.
This accommodation is a two-bedroom converted barn located on a working family farm in the Midlands, suitable for 4 guests with pet allowance, featuring a ground-floor open plan living space and first-floor king-size bedroom with ensuite, set in a rural environment near villages and local attractions.
Groom's Cottage is a ground-floor bungalow retreat designed for couples, situated on a peaceful farm setting with access to nature walks and shared amenities.
A luxurious one-bedroom barn conversion in rural Warwickshire, designed as an intimate couples retreat with private hot tub, enclosed garden, and stunning countryside views nearby local pubs and historic towns.