Local Attractions & Things To Do

Alton Towers

43 min drive

World-famous theme park with thrilling rides and family entertainment.

Donnington Park

25 min drive

Home of BTCC, European Truck Grand Prix, and British Superbikes.

Drayton Manor Park

20 min drive

Exciting rides, Thomas Land and a 15-acre zoo for families.

National Brewery Centre

5 min walk

Celebrating Burton's proud brewing heritage with tours and tastings.

Tutbury Castle

15 min drive

Medieval fortress overlooking the River Dove with spectacular views.

Chatsworth House

45 min drive

England's finest stately home in the heart of the Peak District.

National Memorial Arboretum

9 miles

UK's centre of remembrance set in 150 acres of woodland.

Uttoxeter Racecourse

20 min drive

National Hunt racing fixtures throughout the year.

St George's Park FA Centre

15 minutes drive

The FA's national football centre, home of England's teams.

Barton Marina

10 minutes drive

Waterside destination with shops, restaurants, cinema and bowling.

Branston Water Park

10 minutes drive

Beautiful 40-acre lake with walking trails, playground and picnic areas.

Stapenhill Gardens

5 minutes drive

Riverside gardens with flower displays and iconic swan sculpture.

National Forest Adventure Farm

10 minutes drive

Award-winning family attraction with outdoor play, farm animals and maize maze.

Calke Abbey

20 minutes drive

National Trust "house that time forgot" with deer park and gardens.

Sudbury Hall & Museum of Childhood

20 minutes drive

Stunning 17th-century house with Museum of Childhood. National Trust.

Kedleston Hall

30 minutes drive

Palladian mansion in 800 acres. Finest Robert Adam architecture in England.

Twycross Zoo

25 minutes drive

Over 500 animals with the largest primate collection in the Western World.

Fradley Junction

15 minutes drive

Picturesque canal junction with walks, nature reserve and cafe.

Rosliston Forestry Centre

15 minutes drive

National Forest centre with cycling, walking and adventure play. Free entry.

Foremark Reservoir

15 minutes drive

Peaceful reservoir with 3-mile trail, stunning views and wildlife.

Tamworth Castle

20 minutes drive

Norman castle with 900 years of history and interactive exhibitions.

Lichfield Cathedral

25 minutes drive

Only medieval English cathedral with three spires. Gothic masterpiece.

Trentham Gardens

40 minutes drive

Award-winning gardens with lake, shopping village and adventure play.

West Midlands Safari Park

50 minutes drive

Drive-through safari with lions, elephants and giraffes plus theme park.

Sinai Park House

10 minutes drive

Grade II* medieval house dating to the 15th century. Hidden gem.

East Midlands Airport

25 minutes drive

Nearest major airport. Perfect pre-flight stay with free parking.

Derby Cathedral

20 minutes drive

Beautiful cathedral with magnificent 16th-century tower in heart of Derby.