Browsing Attractions in Loughborough and Charnwood

The Aeropark, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, Leicestershire, DE74 2SA, Tel: 07917 021990, Email, www.eastmidlandsaeropark.org

A must see for those interested in the history of aviation. Find planes of yesteryear or see modern airliners taking off and landing at East Midlands Airport.

Beacon Road, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8SP, Tel: 0116 305 8790, www.leics.gov.uk/country_parks

The perfect country park to head to for those that enjoy the outdoors. Enjoy rambling on the rocks, long afternoon walks or a day of outdoor fun with the family.

Estate Office, Deer Barn Buildings, Bradgate Park, Leicestershire, LE6 0HE, Tel: 0116 236 2713

Whether you want to explore this 840 acre country park with friends or family for a day enjoying the outdoors or want some peace and tranquility Bradgate Park is a must-visit. Take along a picnic, camera or your walking boots!

Beacon Road, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8SR, Tel: 0116 305 8790, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/country_parks

Explore Broombriggs Farm Country Park and find out about a day in the life of a working farm.

Queens Park, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3DU, Tel: 01509 634704, www.charnwood.gov.uk

First grand Carillon in Britain, with Museum of Armed Forces memorabilia and spectacular views of Charnwood Forest.

Queens Hall, Granby Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3DU, Tel: 01509 233754, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/charnwoodmuseum.htm

Award winning museum featuring a wide range of exhibits that reflect local history and industries. Charnwood Museum is a popular family friendly museum set in the heart of the beautiful Queens Park in the centre of Loughborough.

Loughborough Central Station, Great Central Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1RW, Tel: 01509 230726, Email, www.gcrailway.co.uk

The Great Central Railway is Britain's only double track main line steam railway. Enjoy an exciting calendar of events, a footplate ride or dine in style on board one of the steam trains.

Rail Route: Loughborough to Leicester

Freehold Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1AR, Tel: 01509 212 241, Email, www.taylorbells.co.uk

Unique museum relating to all aspects of bellfounding from early times to today.

Main Street, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8RY, Tel: 01509 890376, Email, www.longclose.org

Long Close Garden has been open to the public for charity for 50 years. Explore the picturesque 5 acre garden with original wildflower meadow.

Castle Hill, East Leake, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 6LU, Tel: 01509 852525, Email, www.manorfarm.info

A family-friendly attraction with over 25 acres of undercover and outdoor play and adventure areas – Nature Trails; Pirates’ Galleon; Play Fort; Pond Dipping; Go-karts. Meet the donkeys; hold an owl; relax in the café or have a picnic.

Registered Office – The Marina Office, Pilling’s Lock Marina,, Flesh Hovel Lane, Quorn, LE12 8EN, Tel: 01509 620 990, Email, www.pillingslock.com

Explore Leicestershire by canal boat from Pillings Lock Marina and enjoy the Marina's modern facilities.

Bond Lane, Mountsorrel, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 7AR, Tel: 01509 413216, www.farm18.fsnet.co.uk/framsetter.htm

See and touch friendly farm yard animals at Stonehurst Family Farm, collect eggs and visit 'Cuddle Corner.'

Fillingate, Wanlip, Leicester, LE4 8BW, Tel: 0116 267 1944, www.leics.gov.uk

Explore 2 miles of Watermead, walk or cycle around man-made lakes or enjoy windsurfing or sailing. You can even take it easy with and a tuck into a picnic packed with tasty local produce!

Hathern, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 5BG, Tel: 01509 842268, www.whattongardens.co.uk/

Explore Whatton House Gardens, dating bac from 19th Century. Discover 15 acres of formal and informal gardens.

Old Mill Basin, Mill Lane, Barrow upon Soar, Loughborough, LE12 8LH, Tel: 01509 415 001, Email, www.barrowboating.co.uk

Take in the views of Leicestershire from onboard a narrowboat. Navigate your way along the scenic River Soar in a traditional narrowboat. Or take part in some of our other family activities

Beaumanor Drive, Woodhouse, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8TX, Tel: 01509 890119, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/education/residential_services

Beaumanor Hall is a delightful venue set on the edge of Charnwood Forest in the village of Woodhouse.

Breedon Priory Garden Centre, Breedon on the Hill, Leicestershire, DE73 8AZ, Tel: 07799 895340, Email, www.breedon-priory.co.uk

Browse boutique shops in the picturesque surroundings of Breedon Priory Garden and Breedon Priory Church.

Tuckers Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11, Tel: 01509 263151, www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/charnwoodwater

Enjoy the outdoors, and explore the 27.12 acres of Charnwood Water, a former clay pit.

5 High Street, Quorn, Leicestershire, LE12 8DS, Tel: 01509 415537, Email, www.ferrersgallery.co.uk

Visit fg2 for the finest selection of British designer craftsmanship. Showcasing ever changing collections by contemporary makers of jewellery, ceramics and sculpture.

Glebe Way, Syston, Leicester, DE14 1BZ, Tel: 0875 2435353

Public house serving food. Playbarn outlet for children.

216 Birstall Road, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 4DG, Tel: 0116 267 1950, www.leicestershire.gov.uk/index/community/museums/museum_resources/hollyhayes.htm

Over the years the Holly Hayes Environmental Resources Centre has collected a unique databank of information on plants, animals and their habitats.

Woodhouse Lane, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, LE12 8RS, Tel: 0116 305 8790, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/country_park

Head to Jubilee Woods where you will discover woodlands and rocky outcrops.

Manor Farm, Long Whatton, LE12 5DF, Tel: 01509 646 413, Email, www.manororganicfarm.co.uk

Explore nature trails through Manor Organic Farm. Once you've finished exploring, head to the farm shop for some tasty local produce.

Speciality: Organic produce

Breakback Lane, Nanpantan, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12, Tel: 0870 062 7777

The lake is a man-made working reservoir of approximately 5 acres in pleasant surroundings.

Near the Parish Church, Rectory Place, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1UW, Tel: 01509 237433

The Old Rectory Museum is a rare stone 13th century manor house, featuring displays of archaeological finds, and local history.

Mill Farm Hathern Road, Shepshed, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 9RP, Tel: 01509 506420, Email, www.shepshedwatermill.co.uk

There has been a mill on this site since the Dooms Day and the present mill dates back to the 18th century. Open on special open days.