Days out

 Lyddington Bede House

This medieval building in the centre of a picturesque village was made into almhouses in the 17th century for 12 poor men and 2 women, all of whom had to be free of lunacy, leprosy and the French pox!

Deene Park

A near neighbour of Kirby Hall, this fine country house has been the home of the Brudenell family since 1614 and many
of the rooms still used by the family are now open to the public.

Rockingham Castle

The attraction of this 1000 year old castle to visitors of all ages is clear. Not only are there views over five counties, there are also wonderful gardens, historic interiors and days devoted to kite-flying, jousting, celebrity chefs, falconry and open-air theatre.

Rutland Water

This reservoir and nature reserve is a wonderful place for spotting wild fowl and migrating birds, as well as enjoying ancient haymeadows with wildflowers, butterflies and rare dragonflies.

Rockingham Motor Speedway

Often described as a motor racing playground! Book a driving day and test your skills by driving a fast car on  real racing circuit.

Foxton Locks and Canal

Visit this award-winning museum situated halfway down a lift of 10 locks in a renovated boiler house and learn about the Grand Union canal system that played a vital role in England’s industrial development. Younger visitors will be intrigued by the playboat, Foxglove.

Wicksteed Park

A family leisure park founded in 1913 with a range of rides that will delight parents and younger children.

Oundle

A quintessentially English small market town skirted by the water meadows of the River Nene. The everyday life of its famous public school is closely intertwined with the busy town centre.

Northamptonshire and Leicestershire Food and Farmers’ Markets

Both counties are rich in local food resources. Cheese production continues with such favourites as Red Leicester and Stilton, Britain’s favourite blue cheese being produced by a very small number of dairies in only three counties, one of which is Leicestershire.