ATTRACTIONS IN LE15 8JY
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1.7milesOakham 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.
4.3milesButterfly Centre
Whitwell Road, Empingham, Oakham, LE158PX
The Butterfly Farm is nowclosed to the public.For all school bookings please phone for details.
5.9milesLyddington 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.
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9.3milesStamford 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.
9.7milesRockingham 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.
10.4milesBurghley House
Stamford, PE93JY
Burghley is one of the largest and grandest houses of the first Elizabethan Age. Built and mostly designed by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, between 1555 and 1587, the main part of the House has 35 major rooms on the ground and first floors.
11.4milesWoolsthorpe 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.
13.1milesPrebendal Manor House
Prebendal Manor House, Nassington, PE86QG
Prebendal Manor House, one of the most historic properties in Northamptonshire. The Grade I listed Prebendal Manor House is the earliest surviving dwelling in Northamptonshire.
14.7milesLyveden New Bield
Lyveden New Beild, PE85AT
As a surviving Elizabethan garden lodge, still within its mostly undisturbed Elizabethan setting, Lyveden is unique. Together with the original garden layout, Lyveden provides a fascinating glimpse into the design and styles resulting from prosperous Elizabethan times.
16.3milesWistow 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.
17.3milesBelvoir 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.
17.7milesLeicestershire 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.
17.8milesBelgrave 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.
18.1milesAbbey 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.
18.1milesNational 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.
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18.5milesNewarke 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.
18.6milesJewry 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.
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