These three landlocked counties of central England are also united by their industrial links with the boot and shoe trade. In addition, Nottingham was once at the centre of the English coal-mining industry. Leicestershire has also had a long industrial tradition in knitwear and hosiery.
Things to do in Nottingham, Leicestershire and Northants The counties are bursting with historic sites. Nottinghamshire lies on the Roman Fosse Way. The Roman road of Watling Street passes through Northants, and there are numerous Roman settlements throughout the county. The Iron Age hill fort at Burrough Hill in East Leicestershire is one of the highest points in the county.
Top Destinations Worksop– Situated on the River Ryton, at the northern edge of Sherwood Forest, Worksop is the largest town in Nottinghamshire. Founded as an Augustinian priory in 1103, Worksop Priory now functions as a parish church.
Gainsborough – 20 miles to the north-west of Lincoln, Gainsborough was once an important inland port, trading with Hull and the North Sea ports. Gainsborough was briefly created the national capital by the first Danish king of England, Sweyn Forkbeard.
Melton Mowbray – Between Leicester and Nottingham, Melton Mowbray has been a market town for more than a thousand years, and is synonymous with a local culinary speciality, the eponymous pork pie. It is also said that Stilton cheese was first discovered being made on a local farm near to the town.
Market Harborough – Located in Leicestershire, on the county border with Northants, the town has been, at various times, at the crossroads of both road and rail travel. Now largely bypassed, the centre of Market Harborough has been made a conservation area. A footpath and cycleway alongside the canal forms part of the National Cycle Network, and continues on along the route of a former railway line. The Canal Basin has also been restored as a boating centre, with residential moorings in addition to workshops, restaurants and studios.
Rutland– The smallest landlocked county in central England is just 18 miles long. It has two towns, Oakham and Uppingham, with Rutland Water, an artificial reservoir, at its heart, acting as an important overwintering site for wildfowl and a breeding ground for ospreys.
Weedon – Near to Daventry, and transected by both the Grand Union Canal and the West Coast Mail Line railway, Weedon was once the focus of radar experiments during the 1930s. Next to the Canal is the site of a former Napoleonic War military ordnance depot, its central England location seen to make it a safe inland haven in the event of a French invasion.
Ground Floor:Open plan living space: With wooden floor.Living area: With 42' Freeview TV, DVD player and patio doors leading to garden.Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave and ...
Owls Hoot, Heathencote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
Ideal touring locationThis superb development of holiday barns (refs 29101, 29102, 29103, 29104, 29105, 29106, 29107, 29108 and 29115), situated on a working farm, offer an excellent base from which to explore the area or ...
Badgers Sett, Heathencote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
Ideal touring locationThis superb development of holiday barns (refs 29101, 29102, 29103, 29104, 29105, 29106, 29107, 29108 and 29115), situated on a working farm, offer an excellent base from which to explore the area or ...
The Hideaway, Scampton, near Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These two fine, link-detached barn conversions (refs UKC28 and UKC29) enjoy open views over the Lincolnshire countryside to the rear, and boast their own private hot tub. Set along a private road, they are just over ½ ...
All on the ground Floor.Open plan living space.Living area: With 32' Freeview TV, DVD player, CD player and single sofa bed.Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric hob, combi microwave/oven/grill, fridge/freezer and ...
Situated only a short walk to the Cathedral, castle and Bailgate shopping area, which is well known for its restaurants, bars, coffee shops and boutiques, this terraced property is an ideal base from which to explore ...
The Barn, Gringley-on-the-Hill, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
This attractive detached barn has been lovingly converted retaining many original features with the living room on the first floor to take advantage of the views. Situated in the grounds of the owner’s home next to the ...
Steps to entrance. All on the first floor.Open plan living space.Living area: With 42' Freeview TV and DVD player.Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge and freezer.Bedroom 1: With ¾ double bed ...
This delightful marina development is set in the midst of beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, adjacent to the Fossdyke Navigation Canal and just 2 miles by water from the centre of the historic city of Lincoln. This ...
Lambley Lodge, Lowdham, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
This semi-detached property, located next to the owner’s home, is situated in the village of Lowdham and is close to the owner’s equestrian yard with stabling available by arrangement. Pets are welcome, and heated ...
The Granary Barn, Wood Burcote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
This super barn conversion offers an excellent base from which to explore the area or simply to stay in and relax. Situated in the rural village of Wood Burcote and adjacent to the owners’ home, this property makes ideal ...
Ground Floor:Open plan living space: With wooden floor.Living area: With 42' Freeview TV, DVD player and patio doors leading to garden.Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave and ...
Badgers Sett, Heathencote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
Ideal touring locationThis superb development of holiday barns (refs 29101, 29102, 29103, 29104, 29105, 29106, 29107, 29108 and 29115), situated on a working farm, offer an excellent base from which to explore the area or ...
This superb, semi-detached barn conversion is set in the peaceful countryside, on the owner’s 80-acre equestrian centre, yet only a short drive to Lincoln and Newark. Perfect for those wishing to take their horse on ...
These superb barn conversions (refs RDDE and RDDF)are fully equipped to a high standard and set only 6 miles from Grantham, the A1 and main line to London, providing an excellent base to relax in and explore this area of ...
Campbell Lodge, Thorpe on the Hill, near Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Set alongside a fishing lake, and with its own private hot tub, this beautiful lodge is on a quiet park, with a golf course next to it, which has a bar and restaurant. The lodge has two ground floor bedrooms, and the ...
Delightful adjoining holiday cottages with lattice French windows and a Tourist Information Kiosk. Chestnut Cottage opening on to a south facing patio and ornamental garden, Willow Cottage to a patio and lawned garden. ...
Dukes Wood, Caunton, near Newark, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
All on the ground floor.Open plan living space: With wooden floor.Living area: With Freeview TV, DVD player and double sofa bed (for flexible sleeping arrangements).Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric cooker, ...
Steps to entrance. All on the first floor.Open plan living space.Living area: With 42' Freeview TV and DVD player.Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge and freezer.Bedroom 1: With ¾ double bed ...
Foxes Den, Heathencote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
Ideal touring locationThis superb development of holiday barns (refs 29101, 29102, 29103, 29104, 29105, 29106, 29107, 29108 and 29115), situated on a working farm, offer an excellent base from which to explore the area or ...
Garden Cottage, Collingham, near Newark, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
Garden Cottage is a wonderful, semi-detached cottage set adjacent to the owners home, on a small farm and livery yard, excellent for watching the chickens, ducks and horses. The cottage has a large kitchen with all the ...
George Lodge, Norton Disney, near Lincoln, Lincolnshire
All on the ground floor.Living room: With electric coal-effect fire, 42' Freeview TV, DVD player and French doors leading to garden.Kitchen: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and ...
Halfmoon Wood, Caunton, near Newark, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
All on the ground floor.Open plan living space: With wooden floor.Living area: With Freeview TV, DVD player and double sofa bed.Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge and dishwasher.Bedroom 1: ...
Lambley Lodge, Lowdham, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
This semi-detached property, located next to the owner’s home, is situated in the village of Lowdham and is close to the owner’s equestrian yard with stabling available by arrangement. Pets are welcome, and heated ...
Lindisfarne, Blisworth, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
The property boasts a warm and welcoming atmosphere with plenty of space for a small family or couples holidaying together. After a brisk walk along the many pathways and bridleways surrounding the village, head back to ...
Merlin's Lodge, Long Bennington, near Newark, Lincolnshire, Grantham
Merlin’s Lodge is tucked away at the end of a lane next to the owner’s farmhouse and offers ideal accommodation for those looking to get away from it all. The location makes for easy access onto the A1 making this a ...
Oscar Lodge, Norton Disney, near Lincoln, Lincolnshire
All on the ground floor.Living room: With electric coal-effect fire, 42' Freeview TV, DVD player and French doors leading to garden.Kitchen: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and ...
Ostlers Cottage, Westborough, near Newark, Lincolnshire, Grantham
Situated in a peaceful courtyard on the owner’s non-working farm, just a leisurely stroll from a pub serving food in Dry Doddington, this really charming and comfortable holiday cottage adjoins farm buildings and offers ...
Otters Holt, Heathencote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
Ideal touring locationThis superb development of holiday barns (refs 29101, 29102, 29103, 29104, 29105, 29106, 29107, 29108 and 29115), situated on a working farm, offer an excellent base from which to explore the area or ...
Owls Hoot, Heathencote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
Ideal touring locationThis superb development of holiday barns (refs 29101, 29102, 29103, 29104, 29105, 29106, 29107, 29108 and 29115), situated on a working farm, offer an excellent base from which to explore the area or ...
Owls Hoot, Heathencote, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, All Northamptonshire
Ideal touring locationThis superb development of holiday barns (refs 29101, 29102, 29103, 29104, 29105, 29106, 29107, 29108 and 29115), situated on a working farm, offer an excellent base from which to explore the area or ...
Paddock Cottage, Stragglethorpe, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
Located on a working farm and surrounded by fields, this semi-detached holiday cottage offers peaceful, well-appointed and comfortable accommodation for those looking for a relaxing break. It is only 9 miles from the ...
These superb barn conversions (refs RDDE and RDDF)are fully equipped to a high standard and set only 6 miles from Grantham, the A1 and main line to London, providing an excellent base to relax in and explore this area of ...
This delightful marina development is set in the midst of beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, adjacent to the Fossdyke Navigation Canal and just 2 miles by water from the centre of the historic city of Lincoln. This ...
This delightful marina development is set in the midst of beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, adjacent to the Fossdyke Navigation Canal and just 2 miles by water from the centre of the historic city of Lincoln. This ...
Situated only a short walk to the Cathedral, castle and Bailgate shopping area, which is well known for its restaurants, bars, coffee shops and boutiques, this terraced property is an ideal base from which to explore ...
St Giles Cottage, Ollerton, near Newark, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
This spacious and comfortable semi-detatched holiday cottage sits in the heart of Ollerton village, close to the old watermill, with shops and pubs nearby. Sherwood Forest, famous for being the home of Robin Hood, is a ...
Stable Cottage, Caunton, near Newark, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
Ground Floor:Open plan living space: With tiled floor.Living area: With Freeview TV, DVD player and double sofa bed.Dining area.Kitchen area: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge and washing machine.Wet room: With ...
Close to the centre of the village and only a very short walk to the local pub and the Manor Stables Craft Centre with café, Stone Lodge provides beautiful, detached holiday accommodation all on one level. An ideal base ...
The Barn, Gringley-on-the-Hill, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
This attractive detached barn has been lovingly converted retaining many original features with the living room on the first floor to take advantage of the views. Situated in the grounds of the owner’s home next to the ...
The Barn, Gringley-on-the-Hill, Nottinghamshire, All Nottinghamshire
This attractive detached barn has been lovingly converted retaining many original features with the living room on the first floor to take advantage of the views. Situated in the grounds of the owner’s home next to the ...
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