Ashby-de-la-Zouch Castle
Impressive ruin of Norman manor house, fortified and dismantled by the Roundheads in the Civil War. The keep is about 75ft high. Mary Queen of Scots, James I and Charles I stayed here. Situated at South St, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, 12 miles S of Derby. For further details and opening times please contact (01530) 413343.

Beacon Country Park
One of the highest points in Leicestershire at 802ft. Over 180 acres of grass, bracken, woodland and moorland with a great variety of plant and bird-life and the remains of a Bronze age settlement. Situated off the B591 Beacon Rd just NW of Woodhouse Eaves. For further details please contact (0116) 265 6914.

Belgrave Hall

Belvoir Castle

Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre
Site of the battle of the War of the Roses in 1485, where Richard III lost his life. The visitor centre features interesting models and displays. A Battle Trail guides visitors around the site. Situated off the Sutton Cheney to Shenton Rd, S of Market Bosworth. For further details please contact (01455) 290429.

Bradgate Park
This is Leicestershire's largest park, 850 acres, surrounding the ruins of the 15th century Bradgate House, where Lady Jane Grey, Queen of England for nine days in 1553, lived for most of her life. The park is noted for its herds of red and fallow deer and contains a mixture of heath, bracken, grass covered slopes, rocky outcrops and small woodlands. The Visitor Centre includes displays on the park and a book and gift shop. There is also a Country Park Shop and Information Point at Newton Linford car park.
Opening Times: every day during daylight hours, car park closes at dusk.
Contact: the Visitor Centre on (0116) 236 2713 for further information.

Calke Abbey & Park
Splendid Grade I listed stone mansion built by Sir John Harpur Crewe between 1701 to 1703. A 750 acre park featuring ponds and woodland. Located 9 miles S of Derby on A514 at Ticknall. For further information and opening times please contact (01332) 863822.

Donnington-le-Heath Manor House/ Iron Age Settlement & Tea-room
A medieval manor house of early 13th century, with 16th to 17th century alterations. Furnished with the earliest pieces available. Located S of Coalville on the B585 to Hugglescote Rd at Donnington Le Heath. For further information and opening times please contact (01530) 831259.

Donnington Park & Motor Museum

Elvaston Country Park & Working Estate Museum

Lace Centre

Market Bosworth Country Park
Over 80 acres of attractive Leicestershire countryside, set in a rural parkland setting. Includes an arboretum, fishing lake and children's playground. Open daily during daylight hours. Located just off the B585, E of Market Bosworth. For further details please contact (01455) 290429.

Melbourne Hall & Craft Workshops
Set in formal gardens and formerly the home of the Victorian Prime minister, Lord Melbourne. Extensive collection of paintings and antique furniture. Situated about 8 miles SE of Derby, off the A514 access from the B587. For further information please contact (01332) 862502.

Moira Furnace & Craft Workshop
Early 19th century blast furnace building, probably the best preserved in Europe. Built in 1804 by the Earl of Moira, features include lime kilns, a casting shed, engine house and museum. Situated off the B5003 Ashby-de-la-Zouch to Overseal Rd. for further information please contact (01530) 215614 or 411767.

National Water Sports Centre

Nottingham Castle

Rutland Water
The largest man-made lake in Europe, offering sailing, trout fishing, windsurfing, nature reserve and bird watching. Also walking, cycling and picknicking. Features a butterfly house, an aquatic centre and Normanton Church Museum. Situated between Oakham and Stamford, off the A1. For further details please contact (01780) 460321.

Snibston Discovery Park
This 100 acre site includes a large science and industry museum covering Leicestershire's industrial heritage; transport, engineering, mining discovery centre, nature trail and golf centre. Situated at Ashby Rd, Coalville. For further details please contact (01530) 510851.

Staunton Harold Holy Trinity Church, Craft Workshop and Tea-rooms

Swithland Woods
An ancient 140 acre woodland area housing a rich collection of birds, butterflies, moths and plants.
Opening Times: every day during daylight hours, car park closes at dusk.
Contact the wardens on (0116) 236 2713.

The Tales of Robin Hood

Twycross Zoo
Best known for its primate collection, housing the first Bonobos chimps breeding in this country. Also features flamingos, waterfowl, spectacular sea lion pool and children's adventure playground. Located off the A444 Burton to Nuneaton Rd, junction 11 off M42. for further information and opening times please contact (01827) 880250.