Chestnut Lodge
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.
Tropical Birdland, Desford
Tropical Birdland is a bird-focused visitor attraction in Desford, Leicestershire, featuring many bird species including parrots, hornbills, and owls, with some birds flying outdoors during visiting hours.
3 miles from Foremark
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.
The Woodshed
The Woodshed is a luxury single-level barn conversion situated in the peaceful countryside of Congerstone, Leicestershire, offering a private retreat ideal for families, friends and pets with spacious open-plan living and direct access to a private garden.
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3 miles from Twycross Zoo
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.
Holmes Farm Country Cottages - Wagtail Cottage
Wagtail Cottage is a single-storey barn conversion set in the Leicestershire countryside on a working farm near quaint villages and heritage sites, offering a peaceful rural retreat for family-oriented guests.
Nibelheim
Nibelheim is a spacious six-bedroom retreat in the peaceful village of Desford with a large garden and close to Leicester's theatres, attractions, and countryside walks, offering a homely atmosphere for families, friends, or groups.
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Near Tropical Birdland, Desford
Tropical Birdland is a bird-focused visitor attraction in Desford, Leicestershire, featuring many bird species including parrots, hornbills, and owls, with some birds flying outdoors during visiting hours.
Acer Lodge
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.
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Petals Cottage
A single-story 1-bedroom rural cottage near Netherseal in the National Forest offering countryside views and a peaceful setting ideal for country walks and relaxation.
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Millstone Meadow - Owl Lodge
Owl Lodge is a cosy two-bedroom holiday lodge set in the scenic surroundings of Hartshorne, Derbyshire, offering a convenient base to explore historic attractions and enjoy the local countryside and wildlife.
3 miles from Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery
Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery in Derbyshire features a beautiful nine-acre woodland garden with a notable collection of unusual trees and shrubs, offering seasonal displays and educational plant information.
Donative Holiday Cottages - The Stables
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.
3 miles from Middleton Lakes
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.
Laurel Lodge
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.
Farndon Grange
Farndon Grange is a spacious Victorian farmhouse set in a tranquil rural setting with meadows and lakes nearby, ideal for families or groups seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.
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The Old Dairy
The Old Dairy is a cosy one-bedroom cottage set in the peaceful countryside of Nether Broughton, Leicestershire, offering a rural retreat on a working cattle farm with a shared garden and proximity to local village amenities.
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Redwood House
This spacious holiday home set in the rural village of Hoby, Leicestershire, offers a peaceful and cosy retreat surrounded by countryside and scenic walks, ideal for families and groups seeking a private and relaxing getaway.
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Donative Holiday Cottages - The Granary
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.
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Hilltop Apartment 4
Hilltop Apartments in Earl Shilton offers modern, ground-floor studio apartments designed for comfort and accessibility, featuring a kitchenette and en-suite bathroom with wet room facilities, set in a convenient Midlands location.
Located in Earl Shilton
Earl Shilton is a historic market town in Leicestershire with rich medieval heritage, industrial history, and community cultural events, offering visitors a walkable town centre with various historical sites, local shops, and sports activities.
Beech Tree Lodge
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.
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The Milking Parlour
The Milking Parlour is a country cottage nestled beside a Staffordshire countryside property, surrounded by picturesque rural and equestrian landscapes, providing a peaceful and homely retreat ideal for families or groups seeking easy access to local attractions and nature.
3 miles from Sinai Park House
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.
Hilltop Apartment 2
Hilltop Apartments offers modern studio apartments on the ground floor in Earl Shilton, Leicestershire, blending historical location with modern self-contained accommodation ideal for short stays or work trips.
Foremark Cottages - Foremark Threshing Barn
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.
Lilac Tree Lodge
Lilac Tree Lodge is a lakeside luxury lodge at Mercia Marina near Derby, offering a peaceful and scenic holiday setting with a private jetty, spacious enclosed veranda, and family-friendly accommodation for up to six guests.
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Millstone Meadow - Hare Lodge
Hare Lodge is a contemporary two-bedroom holiday lodge in Hartshorne, Derbyshire, offering countryside views and easy access to local attractions including Hartshorne Wood and the National Forest, designed for a comfortable stay for up to three guests in a peaceful rural setting.
2 miles from Calke Abbey
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.
2 miles from On Screen at Calke Abbey
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.
Tetuan House
Tetuan House is a stylish six-bedroom holiday home in Leicester suitable for families and groups, located in a residential area within easy reach of the city centre and local attractions, offering a comfortable and convenient urban stay with a secure garden and on-site parking.
Near Jewry Wall
The Jewry Wall in Leicester is a significant 2nd-century Roman masonry ruin forming part of a public baths complex, complemented by the Jewry Wall Museum displaying Roman and Iron Age artefacts, offering visitors a mix of outdoor ruins and indoor museum experiences.
Burrow Hill Farm - Corley Rocks Barn
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.
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3 miles from Arena Park Shopping Centre
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.
Bridge House
Bridge House is a detached holiday cottage set within an acre of private landscaped gardens in the National Forest near Overseal, offering a tranquil countryside retreat suitable for couples and families with access to nearby nature and family attractions.
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The Hill Coachouse
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.
2 miles from Calke Abbey
Calke Abbey is a Grade I listed English country house in Derbyshire, cared for by the National Trust, showcasing a baroque mansion preserved in a state of decline surrounded by a landscape park rich in natural heritage and historic estate features.
2 miles from Local Treasure, Global Connections: Museum Room Display
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.
Coplow Cabins - Reynard's Retreat
A detached countryside lodge with open plan living, two double bedrooms, and private hot tub, surrounded by rural views and suitable for small families or groups including pets.
Drapers Cottage
Drapers Cottage is a cosy and quiet period cottage located in a rural village of Leicestershire with charming character, close to walking and outdoor activities, and near historic waterways and market towns.
Erica Lodge
Erica Lodge is a detached, self-contained lodge located in the secluded Water View area by the marina, featuring a ground-floor open plan living space, three bedrooms, and a garden veranda in a nature-immersed waterside setting.
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Holmes Farm Country Cottages - Waxwing Cottage
Waxwing Cottage is a single-storey barn conversion set in the Leicestershire countryside on a working farm with a peaceful rural setting and private outdoor space.
Coplow Cabins - Pheasant Lodge
This is a single-storey detached lodge set in the Leicestershire countryside featuring two double bedrooms, open plan living, and private hot tub with garden and patio space, suitable for up to 4 guests including one pet.
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Foremark Cottages - Repton Cottage
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.
3 miles from Staunton Harold
Staunton Harold is a 163-acre countryside venue featuring a man-made reservoir, wildlife habitats, and walking trails. Visitors can enjoy wheelchair-friendly paths, a dog-friendly café, adventure playground, and various outdoor family activities including water sports and fishing. The site combines outdoor natural beauty with indoor facilities for a varied visit experience.
2 miles from Capturing Childhood in the Nurseries at Calke
7–8 Oct, 10–15 Oct…
Explore photographs and photobooks about two generations of the Harpur Crewe family’s children at Calke Abbey. Visitors can read, try a jigsaw and rocking horse, and dress up to act out a play.
Lower Peastocking
A luxurious and spacious ground-floor holiday cottage near Meriden village, ideal for couples seeking a peaceful retreat or professionals attending NEC events, featuring modern amenities with a private hot tub, sauna, garden patio and parking.
3 miles from Packington Hall
Packington Hall is a historic house originally built in 1693 with Palladian extensions, featuring interiors designed by Joseph Bonomi and gardens landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the ground floor and gardens, including notable rooms and garden features.
Hill Farm
Hill Farm is a large detached farmhouse located in rural Leicestershire on a working stock farm, set amidst open countryside, ideal for families and pet-friendly stays with access to outdoor activities and nearby market towns.
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3 miles from Clawson Old Manor
Clawson Old Manor is an early historic house in Leicestershire known for its remarkably intact interiors, medieval features, and rich history including a fishpond and a unique slate roof. It offers guided tours with period costumes and tea.
Fuchsia Lodge
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.
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The Coach House
A converted coach house located in a scenic Leicestershire village offering a charming and characterful stay with access to peaceful countryside and nearby market towns.
Berberis Lodge
This accommodation is a stylish and homely holiday lodge situated at Mercia Marina, near Derby, offering a peaceful and scenic waterside setting with a private outdoor veranda and garden patio.
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Stenson Hill Farm - Stenson Hill Farm
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.
3 miles from Radbourne Hall
Radbourne Hall is an eighteenth century Palladian home set in extensive parkland and woodland near Derby. It features elegant indoor rooms and outdoor grounds and is available for exclusive hire including filming and photographic shoots.
Hilltop Apartment 3
Hilltop Apartments offers modern, self-contained studio apartments in Earl Shilton with home comforts, located on the ground floor and featuring allocated parking and Wi-Fi, ideally suited for short stays in a convenient Midlands location.
Burrow Hill Farm - Stable View Barn
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.
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Lovetts Bridge Cottage
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.
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Burrow Hill Farm - Fountain Front Barn
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.
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Mahonia Lodge
This family-friendly lodge offers spacious single-floor living with lakeside views, accommodating up to eight guests including pets, with contemporary furnishings and nearby amenities including a bar and restaurant within the marina complex.
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The Bradgate Escape
The Bradgate Escape is a couple's retreat situated in the village of Anstey, featuring stylish interiors, a private hot tub, and a private enclosed courtyard garden, with nearby nature and walking opportunities.
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Near Beaumont Shopping Centre
Beaumont Shopping Centre in Leicester is a large retail complex featuring a variety of shops including Tesco Extra, with free parking and bus connections. The centre includes indoor shopping and a children's play area created from a former market space.
Rosemary Lodge
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.
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Acacia Lodge
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.
Pleasant Place
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.
2 miles from Whatton House Gardens
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.
Hilltop Apartment 1
Hilltop Apartments in Earl Shilton offers nine modern ground-floor studio apartments designed for comfort and accessibility with step-free access and en-suite wet rooms, situated in a town rich in history with convenient access to local attractions and cities.
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.
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Foremark Cottages - Burdett's Cottage
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.
Woodside Retreat
A single-storey one-bedroom holiday accommodation suitable for couples, located in the village of Newbold Coleorton amidst the National Forest and Leicestershire countryside. It features an open plan living space with a private enclosed garden and is near local amenities including a pub and restaurant.
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3 miles from Staunton Harold
Staunton Harold is a civil parish in Leicestershire known for its historic Staunton Harold Hall country house and the Holy Trinity Chapel, a rare Commonwealth-era Gothic revival church. Visitors can enjoy both the indoor architectural heritage and the scenic outdoor lakes and brook landscapes.
Near Autumn Yoga Day Retreat at Calke Abbey
11 Oct (this Sunday)
A full-day yoga retreat welcoming the arrival of autumn, with mindful movement, breathwork, meditation, restorative yoga and Yoga Nidra. The programme also includes a mindful walk and a seasonal lunch.