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.

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Cannock Chase

Seven Springs is a secluded three-bedroom holiday cottage nestled in the woodlands of Cannock Chase, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with scenic surroundings ideal for nature and outdoor enthusiasts.

Beech Cottage

Beech Cottage is a semi-detached cottage on the edge of Ashbourne, offering a peaceful and homely setting with scenic views of the Peak District hills and a quiet rural atmosphere suitable for families and couples.

2 miles from Sudbury Hall

Sudbury Hall is a historic Restoration-era English country house in Derbyshire with a renowned Great Staircase and fine art collection, featuring a National Trust Museum of Childhood that offers interactive and child-friendly exhibits within its restored interiors and surrounding grounds.

2 miles from The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail

9–12 Oct, 16 Oct–2 Nov

Follow a trail inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar, spotting fruits and snacks and discovering facts about the caterpillar-to-butterfly transformation. The trail includes games and activities around the stable-yard and gardens.

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.

2 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.

3 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.

Kings Moor Retreat - Kings Moor Retreat 3

Kingsmoor Retreat is a two-bedroom holiday lodge in rural Leicestershire offering peaceful surroundings, an open-plan living area, private hot tub, private parking, and proximity to historic Ashby-de-la-Zouch and local countryside attractions.

3 miles from Ashby de la Zouch Castle

Ashby de la Zouch Castle is a 15th-century ruined castle in Leicestershire, England, known for its well-preserved Tudor gardens, historical significance in the English Civil War, and association with Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe. It is managed by English Heritage as a tourist attraction with notable architectural features and gardens.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Shugborough Hall

Shugborough Hall is a Grade I listed historic stately home and museum in Staffordshire, England, featuring opulent 18th-century interiors, a working model farm, rare farm animals, and notable follies with classical and Chinese themes in extensive grounds.

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.

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.

2 miles from 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Groom's Cottage

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.

2 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.

3 miles from Tibetan Outdoor Trail

7–11 Oct (another 2 days)

A self-guided outdoor trail through Kedleston Hall’s park and garden, with seven points exploring the spiritual significance of nature in Tibetan culture. Visitors can follow the points in any order and reflect on the natural surroundings.

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.

The Peacock Barn

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.

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.

Grange House

Grange House is a spacious five-bedroom holiday home located in a secure gated enclave in Gamston, offering a family-focused and homely atmosphere with sociable living areas and a private garden, close to Nottingham's attractions and countryside activities.

Leacroft Cottages - Tawny Cottage

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.

Leacroft Cottages - Saddleback Cottage

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.

3 miles from Middleton Hall & Gardens

Middleton Hall and Gardens is a historic garden in north Warwickshire featuring a Grade II-listed Walled Garden, ancient fruit trees, herbaceous borders, and seasonal attractions such as a working smithy. The gardens offer accessible outdoor exploration with facilities including refreshments and parking.

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.

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.

3 miles from Kirby Muxloe Castle

Kirby Muxloe Castle is a ruined 15th-century fortified manor house in Leicestershire featuring a partially intact gatehouse and west tower, surrounded by a water-filled moat. Visitors can explore the historic ruins and appreciate the decorative medieval brickwork and defensive features. It is managed by English Heritage and open to the public as a heritage site.