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Places to Visit, Things to Do and Days Out in Central England
Britain's Finest Places to Visit, Things to Do and Days Out in Central England are listed below.
Grimsthorpe Castle (Garden)
The Estate Office, Grimsthorpe, Bourne
Originally created in the 1960s by the Countess of Ancaster and John Fowler. Intricate parterres marked with box hedges lie close to the Castle, a dramatic... more
Hereford Cathedral (Attraction / Activity)
5 College Cloisters, Cathedral Close, Hereford
The cathedral also features The Chained Library. There were books at the cathedral long before any formal library existed in England and one of the Chained... more
Farnborough Hall (Garden)
Banbury
Beyond this, a former orangery, a rose garden and a yew walk with fine views over the river and cascade, and the surrounding countryside... more
Hawkstone Historic Park & Follies (Garden)
Weston under Redcastle, Shrewsbury
It takes approximately three and a half hours to walk the full route offering delight and excitement with stunning views of the Shropshire countryside and beyond... more
Billesley Manor Hotel (Spa)
Alcester, Stratford-upon-Avon
Aromatic and revitalising, indulge in an irresistible selection of therapies. Treat yourself to a pampering Decleor Facial, let your senses come to life with the full... more
Obsession Salon & Spa (Spa)
Branston Golf & Country Club, Branston, Burton upon Trent
Thanks to nine well-appointed treatment rooms, thermal suite, relaxation lounge and manicure bar, Obsession is equipped with the full luxury works, promising a pampering experience tailored... more
Burghley House (Historic House)
Stamford
Remodelled in the late 17th century, it houses a wonderful Italian painting collection, early Chinese and Japanese ceramics, Grinling Gibbon’s wood carvings, superb English and continental... more
The Grange Spa (Spa)
Millthorpe Road, Pointon, Sleaford
Designed by Schletterer Wellness, a leading name in the spa business, the look and feel is a step up from the norm. For example, beautiful stone... more
Hanbury Hall & Gardens (Historic House)
School Road, Hanbury, Droitwich Spa
In the dining room, which still has its original ceiling, the fireplace is surrounded by fine Rococo work and there are more murals by Thornhill. Also... more
Rockingham Castle (Historic House)
Market Harborough
A fine collection of family portraits by Reynolds and Van Dyck is on display. In Victorian times Charles Dickens was a regular visitor... more
Kelmscott Manor (Historic House)
Kelmscott, Lechlade
Morris loved the house as a work of true craftsmanship, unspoilt, unaltered and in harmony with the village and the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy much... more
The Mill Garden (Garden)
55 Mill Street, Warwick
Around every corner there are dramatic views of the Castle, medieval bridge, Castle Mill and the river. It is a place of peace and beauty... more
Canons Ashby House (Garden)
Daventry
The garden is divided by stonewalls and yew hedges into courts with terraces and topiary. Mixed rose and herbaceous borders; old fruit varieties including plums, pears... more
Canons Ashby House (Historic House)
Canons Ashby, Daventry
The interior contains murals and plasterwork of the highest quality. Also a good collection of furniture, pewter, tapestries and family portraits... more
Haddon Hall (Garden)
Bakewell
Haddon Hall is considered to have one of the most romantic gardens in Britain, the terraced rose gardens are glorious. Roses, clematis and delphiniums soften the... more
The Belfry (Spa)
Wishaw, Sutton Coldfield
Elsewhere Simply the Spa is the Belfry’s ambient 10-treatment room retreat where you can shut out the world with a choice of luxury ESPA and Clarins... more
Leather Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Littleton Street West, Walsall
The displays tell the stories of the Walsall leather trade and also workshops to watch the process... more
Worcester Cathedral (Attraction / Activity)
Chapter Office, 8 College Yard, Worcester
It is believed to be England´s loveliest cathedral with an ancient crypt, medieval cloisters and Royal tombs... more
Sherwood Forest Golf Club (Golf Course)
Eakring Road, Mansfield
The back nine is the tougher stretch and the 11th to 14th must be four of the toughest par fours in a row anywhere as they... more
Walton Hall & Hotel (Spa)
Walton, Wellesbourne
Put your feet up in one of the peaceful treatment rooms, inhale the delicate scents and experience a beautifying Decleor facial or healing hands-on massage. Carry... more
Doddington Hall & Gardens (Garden)
Doddington, Lincoln
The Wild Garden contains a turf maze, a temple of the winds, magnificent trees, rare rhododendrons and winter flowering shrubs. All this provides a backdrop for... more
Serenity Rose Spa (Spa)
Hanley Road, Malvern
Pack your bags and stay for the night at The Poolhouse Retreat, where a luxurious suite and delicious and nutritious breakfast in the morning promise to... more
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Compton Verney (Museum / Art Gallery)
Compton Verney
Six permanent collections include: paintings from the Golden age of Neopolitan art, Germanic paintings and sculpture (1450-1650), British Portraits including Reynolds and Tudor portraits, the most... more
Nature in Art (Museum / Art Gallery)
Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth, Gloucester
So typically,you'll find exotic oriental treasures and watercolour landscapes, the Flemish masters and contemporary glass - yet you'll certainly make some discoveries too. During all opening... more
Belvoir Castle Gardens (Garden)
Belvoir, Grantham
There is a Victorian rose garden overlooked by the Broad Walk, and the tallest yew tree in Britain - a remarkable 29 metres... more
Chatsworth Garden (Garden)
Bakewell
There are five miles of walks with rare trees, shrubs, formal hedges, temples, sculptures old and new, streams and ponds. The famous waterworks include the twenty... more
Snibston (Museum / Art Gallery)
Ashby Road, Coalville
Join real life miners on a tour of the colliery and experience what it was like to work underground, or take a ride on a diesel... more
Shugborough Hall (Garden)
Milford, Stafford
Between the house and the river are terraces and a grand 19th century parterre with clipped yews and many vases. Herbaceous borders have been planted to... more
Cotswold Falconry Centre (Attraction / Activity)
Batsford Park, Moreton-in-Marsh
In the breeding aviaries you can see owls, vultures and many more... more
Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust (Attraction / Activity)
Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, Telford
The museums are: Blists Hill Victorian Town, Broseley Pipeworks, Coalport China Museum, Darby Houses, Enginuity, Jackfield Tile Museum, Museum of The Gorge, Museum of Iron, The... more
Compton Verney (Attraction / Activity)
Compton Verney, Compton Verney
Six permanent collections include: paintings from the Golden age of Neopolitan art, Germanic paintings and sculpture (1450-1650), British Portraits including Reynolds and Tudor portraits, the most... more
Charnwood Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Queen's Hall, Granby Street, Loughborough
Permanent exhibitions are in four areas: `Coming to Charnwood´, `The Natural World of Charnwood´, `Living off the Land´ and `Earning a Living´... more
Cotswold Farm Park (Attraction / Activity)
Guiting Power, Cheltenham
Today, with over 50 flocks and herds of rare breed farm animals, seasonal farming demonstrations, and fun trails and play areas for children, there are plenty... more
Old Chapel Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)
East Street, Pembridge
Comments in the visitors' book from all over the UK and overseas are testament to the pleasure given by a visit to this unique privately-owned gallery... more
Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection (Museum / Art Gallery)
The Old Mill, Bourton-on-the-Water
For a vintage family day out, all roads lead to the Cotswold Motoring Museum... more
Shugborough (Historic House)
Millford, Stafford
In the original extensive servants´ quarters there is a working kitchen and laundry and a nearby brewery. The 18 acre Grade I listed historic garden has... more
Westbury Court Garden (Garden)
Westbury-on-Severn
A rose garden with old varieties only, underplanted with Tulips, Pinks and Herbs. A bowling green and a new vegetable garden were created in 2004... more
Moseley Old Hall (Historic House)
Moseley Old Hall Lane, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton
The hiding place he used and the bed he slept in can be viewed. On display are a good collection of 17th century oak furniture, panelling... more
Newark Air Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Drove Lane, Winthorpe, Newark
Take a break in the Café before continuing through the museum... more
The Day Spa & Leisure Club (Spa)
Whittlebury Hall Hotel, Whittlebury, Towcester
A first-class thermal suite is testimony to this; featuring an aromatherapy crystal steam room, hydrotherapy pool, ice cave and ancient bathing rituals including hammam steam chamber... more
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Cadbury World (Attraction / Activity)
Linden Road, Bournville, Birmingham
From learning how your favourite confectionery is made and uncovering the fascinating story of Cadbury chocolate, to playing in chocolate rain and creating your own delicious... more
Moor Hall Hotel & Spa (Spa)
Moor Hall Drive, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield
The spa turns on the water works elsewhere with a crop of superb wet facilities including a relaxing sauna, steam room, indoor pool and a divine... more
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The Canal Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Stoke Bruerne, Towcester
Discover amazing feats of engineering, and see the shining brass and colourful decoration that contrast so sharply with the harsh reality of canal life. The fascinating... more
Packwood House (Garden)
Packwood Lane, Lapworth, Solihull
In spring, daffodils, snowdrops and bluebells are a delightful distraction. Summer brings a blast of colour from herbaceous borders, climbing roses, honeysuckles and terrace beds... more
Oakham Castle (Historic House)
Market Place, Oakham
There is a collection of over 200 horseshoes that represents the unique custom that every peer of the realm must forfeit a horseshoe to the lord... more
Ragley Hall (Historic House)
Alcester
The famous mural `The Temptation´ by Graham Rust is in the south staircase hall, and family portraits by Sir Joshua Reynolds in the drawing room. There... more
Sezincote (Historic House)
Sezincote, Moreton-in-Marsh
A curving Orangery frames the Persian Garden of Paradise with its fountain and canals. The house is set within a romantic garden - a fine example... more
Normanby Hall Country Park (Garden)
Normanby, Scunthorpe
The Victorian Woodland Garden is currently under development. Superb restored Victorian Walled Garden with period fruit and vegetables grown organically using traditional techniques... more
Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa (Spa)
Ellesmere Road, Albrighton, Shrewsbury
A handful of spa favourites provide top to toe care including Decleor, Jessica Nailcare, Bare Escentuals makeup and St. Tropez spray tanning while an ice room,... more
Rockingham Castle & Gardens (Garden)
Market Harborough
The vast 400 year old `Elephant Hedge´ dissects the formal 17th century terraced gardens. The circular yew hedge stands on the site of the mot and... more
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