explore the local area
Guests are spoiled for choice in the area surrounding Rempstone. Stately homes, including Chatsworth, art galleries and museums are all within easy reach and the recent discovery of the remains of King Richard III in central Leicester has given a new dimension for historians visiting the site of his last battle at Bosworth Field.
Sports fans can discover world class cricket at Trent Bridge, Rugby at the Leicester Tigers ground and Premiership football at Nottingham Forest and Leicester. Top flight motor sport is close by at Donington Park.
Food and wine enthusiasts will be in their element. Rempstone, with its central position on the borders of Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire, lies in the heart of the country for traditional and delicious Melton Mowbray pork pie, Stilton, Beauvale and Bosworth cheese. . There is also a wealth of excellent restaurants and cafes locally, including the two Michelin star Restaurant Sat Bains just a few miles down the road or delicious award winning wines at the Eglantine Vineyard in the local village of Costock.
Below you will find a list of our favourite attractions to give you a flavour of the many things on offer to wet every appetite.
Stately homes, English heritage and historical treasures
Chatsworth - this iconic stately home is the seat of the Duke of Devonshire, having belonged to the Cavendish family since 1549..
Rempstone Village - learn more about this historic village and see what’s on locally
Belvoir Castle - the family home of the Duke & Duchess of Rutland, the castle enjoys breath-taking views over the Vale of Belvoir
Calke Abbey - National Trust - a vivid example of a country house in decline with extraordinary, contents, gardens and parkland
Richard III - explore where Richard III was killed at Bosworth Field and where his remains where discovered in Leicester
Nottingham Castle - Rebellions, riots and royal rows have all played out across the dramatic stage of Castle Rock. Discover more about the history
Sport & Leisure
Donington Park - A full programme of motor sport events or try your hand at bike, car or truck driving at one of the country's most famous racing circuits
Leicester Tigers - Ten times champions of England, Leicester Tigers famed for world class rugby. Their ground will also feature games in the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
Nottingham Forest FC - After their memorable vicitory in the nplay-offs Nottingham Forest and their fans look forward to a new era of Premiership football at the Forest ground.
Leicester City FC - Visit Filbert Way will see another highly anticipated season of top flight football
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground - world famous Trent Bridge Cricket ground - for a full summer of top class cricket at all levels
Great Central Railway - Britain's only mainline steam railway' with services operating between Loughborough & Birstall
National Space Centre - real rockets, hands on exhibits & a space theatre at this Leicester museum
Prestwold HallWeddings - famed for its weddings or Race Days, Prestwold Hall is just along the road between Rempstone & Loughborough
Food & Wine
The White Lion,Rempstone - Hrempis Farm’s local, a warm welcome awaits villagers and visitors alike with an impressive array of beers, wines and spirits - particularly gins - all to be enjoyed in the beamed bar. The pub offers special food themed evenings and, , weeky quiz nights and enjoys regular visits from the local fish and chip van.
Restaurant Sat Bains - two Michelin star fine dining on the outskirts of Nottingham.
The Windmill, Wymeswold - a lovely local pub offering an extensive menu in the next village
School of Artisan Food - learn from the best artisans on a range of courses at this world class school.
Brockleby's Pork Pies - Melton Mowbray pork pies at their best - organic and completely hand made
Eglantine Vineyard - In the next village of Costock this award-winning vineyard produces the most delicious range of wines and mead.
The Hammer & Pincers - enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner from a menu filled with the best of locally sourced produce
Leicestershire's Farmers' Markets - local farmers' markets selling local produce.
Cropwell Bishop Dairy- specialist award winning cheese producers