ATTRACTIONS IN LE13 0DP
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9milesOakham Castle
Catmos Street, Oakham, Rutland, LE156HW
The splendid Great Hall of Oakham Castle is one of the finest examples of late 12th century domestic architecture in England. It was built by Walkelin de Ferrers, a Norman baron, in about 1180-90.
10.3milesBelvoir Castle
Between A52 & A607, Belvoir, NG321PD
Belvoir Castle is the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland for one thousand years. Currently the family home of the 11th Duke, Duchess and their young family.
10.9milesWoolsthorpe Manor
23 Newton Way, Woolsthorpe, NG335NR
Small 17th-century manor house, birthplace and family home of Sir Isaac NewtonNewton formulated some of his major works here during the Plague years (166567). An early edition of his Principia is on display and the orchard includes a descendant of the famous apple tree.
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12.4milesBelgrave Hall and Gardens
Church Road, Thurcaston Rd, Belgrave, Leicester, LE45PE
Today, Belgrave Hall and Gardens provide an oasis of peace and quiet in a busy suburb of Leicester. Edmund Cradock, a 'nouveau riche' hosiery merchant, built the Hall between 1709 and 1713 and died soon after its completion.
12.8milesAbbey Pumping Station
Corporation Road, Abbey Lane, LE45PX
Abbey Pumping Station is Leicester's Museum of Science and Technology, displaying Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage. Situated adjacent to the National Space Centre, the two attractions tell the story of over 200 years of science and technology from the early days of steam and industry, to space exploration of today.
12.9milesNational Space Centre
Exploration Drive, Leicester, LE45NS
The National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the futuristic Rocket Tower, you'll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery.
13.3milesButterfly Centre
Whitwell Road, Empingham, Oakham, LE158PX
The Butterfly Farm is nowclosed to the public.For all school bookings please phone for details.
13.3milesGreat Central Railway
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE111RW
Re-creating the experience of famous expresses of the steam age. Great Central Railway is one of the few places in the world where scheduled full size steam trains pass in motion on double track.
13.9milesRushcliffe Country Park
Mere Way, Ruddington, Nottingham, NG116JS
Rushcliffe Country Park - Amusement Park in Nottingham, . Contact venue on telephone number 01159215865 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractions/rides available at this park.
14milesJewry Wall Museum
St Nicholas Circle, Leicester, Leics, LE14LB
Leicester's Museum of Archaeology is placed in the wonderful setting of the remains of the Roman town's public baths. The Jewry Wall is one of Leicester's most famous landmarks.
14.1milesNewarke Houses
The Newarke, Leicester, LE27BY
Newarke Houses museum is composed of two historic houses, Wygston's Chantry House and Skeffington House. Newarke Houses has attractive and serene gardens full of historical curiosities.
14.8milesSnibston Discovery Park
County Hall, Coalville, LE38TB
Snibston Discovery Park takes its name from one of the three coal mines sunk in the 1820s and 1830s that helped create the town of Coalville in north-west Leicestershire. Here you can discover science and industry, fashion and textiles and the environment with popular 'hands-on' exhibits interpreting real objects that tell the story of the working lives of Leicestershire people.
15.3milesLyddington Bede House
Blue Coat Lane, Lyddington, Rutland, LE159LZ
Lyddington Bede House was originally one wing of a medieval rural palace belonging to the Bishops of Lincoln. Although it is not known when it was first built, the land was certainly owned by the church in the time of William the Conqueror.
15.4milesLeicestershire and Rutland Record Office
Long Street, Wigston Magna, Leicester, Leics, LE182AH
The Record Office is the centre for research into the history of Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland. Records of all kinds, including manuscripts (the archives of local government, institutions and families), maps and photographs are preserved and made available for research by the public.
15.9milesWistow Maize Maze
Kibworth Road, LE8 0QF
Hours of fun for all the family. Follow the fun quiz trail and collect clues hidden in a giant maze whilst you wander through 8 acres of living maize crop.
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16miles
Colwick Marina & Country Park
Mile End Road, Colwick, Nottingham, NG42DW
Colwick Marina & Country Park - Amusement Park in Nottingham, . Contact venue on telephone number 01159870785 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractions/rides available at this park.
16.7milesBelton House Park and Gardens
Belton, NG322LS
Restoration country house with magnificent interiors, gardens and parkBuilt in 1685-88 for 'Young' Sir John Brownlow, Belton is undoubtedly one of the finest examples of Restoration country house architecture. The stunning interiors contain exceptionally fine plasterwork and wood-carving, as well as important collections of paintings, furniture, tapestries and silver.
17.2milesGalleries of Justice
High Pavement, The Lace Market, Nottingham, NG11HN
Travel with us through 3 centuries of crime and punishment reliving the lives, trials and executions of the most unfortunate inhabitants of the land. Experience a real trial in the authentic Victorian courtroom before being sentenced and 'sent down' to the original cells and caves deep within this historic site.
17.3milesCaves of Nottingham
Upper Level, Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, Nottingham, NG71FB
Discover a hidden world beneath the streets of Nottingham. Nottingham Caves are a unique 750-year-old cave system situated beneath a modern day shopping centre.
17.4milesNottingham Castle
Nottingham, NG16EL
Nottingham Castle is a magnificent 17th century ducal mansion built on the site of the original medieval castle, with spectacular views across the city. It houses a vibrant museum and art gallery with collections of silver, glass, armour and paintings, plus fifteen centuries of Nottingham history.
17.5milesHalf Term at The Tales of Robin Hood
30-38 Maid Marian Way, NG16GF
Weapon Handling DaysCome along and meet our resident weapons expert, swords, helmets, maces and axes are just a few examples of the medieval weaponry you can view, handle and learn about. Feel the weight of the chain mail that knights would have had to wear under their armour whilst handling a horse and weaponry.
18.4milesStamford Museum and Nature Centre
Broad Street, Stamford, PE91PJ
Seasonal fun awaits you at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center. Bring friends and enjoy a picnic on the Meadow, walk over 80 acres of nature trails, drop in to the Heckscher Farm and say hello to the animals, and don't miss the latest exhibition in the Bendel Mansion Museum Galleries.
18.5milesRockingham Castle
Rockingham Castle, LE168TH
Winners of the Leicester & Leicestershire 'Best Attraction Award' 2003. For centuries Rockingham Castle has entertained royalty and private guests within its ancient walls.
18.9milesWollaton Hall and Park
Wollaton, Nottingham, NG82AE
Set in over 500 acres of historic deer park, Wollaton Hall is a spectacular Tudor building, designed by Robert Smythson and completed in 1588, it is now the home to the city's Natural History Museum. Wollaton's Courtyard Stables are home to the city's Industrial Museum, Steam Engine House, Wollaton Visitor Centre and the Yard Gallery, a vibrant exhibition space with a changing programme of exhibitions exploring art and the environment.
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