Debbie's Guidebook
Food scene
This place is deceiving from the outside. It’s a little gem and you actually feel like you could be eating dinner in Turkey. The staff are friendly, service is good & the delicious food comes in oversized portions. You won’t leave hungry!
Lara Restaurant
3 Bradgate RoadThis place is deceiving from the outside. It’s a little gem and you actually feel like you could be eating dinner in Turkey. The staff are friendly, service is good & the delicious food comes in oversized portions. You won’t leave hungry!
A lovely pub which has just undergone a major refurbishment (part of the Vintage Inn group) Large garden for al fresco eating. 1.5 miles/5 minutes drive.
The Badger's Sett
Reservoir RoadA lovely pub which has just undergone a major refurbishment (part of the Vintage Inn group) Large garden for al fresco eating. 1.5 miles/5 minutes drive.
A fabulous place to celebrate a special occasion, birthday, anniversary etc. Exquisite Italian cuisine served by an attentive waiting team. A wonderful experience & early booking is highly recommended as it is extremely popular.
Sapori Restaurant & Bar
40 Stadon RdA fabulous place to celebrate a special occasion, birthday, anniversary etc. Exquisite Italian cuisine served by an attentive waiting team. A wonderful experience & early booking is highly recommended as it is extremely popular.
A Michelin starred restaurant located in Mountsorrel, 12 minutes drive away. Bookings are recommended at least 6 months ahead or be willing to be flexible for lunch/dinner.
16 locals recommend
John's House
139-141 Loughborough RdA Michelin starred restaurant located in Mountsorrel, 12 minutes drive away. Bookings are recommended at least 6 months ahead or be willing to be flexible for lunch/dinner.
Just 10 minutes drive to a fabulous pub serving excellent food in an inviting atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor dining. Co-owned by Stuart Broad.
The Griffin Inn
174 Main StJust 10 minutes drive to a fabulous pub serving excellent food in an inviting atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor dining. Co-owned by Stuart Broad.
Sightseeing
This beautiful park appeals to all ages. Kids will love climbing the trees and rocks, spotting deer, interacting in the park museum & eating ice-cream (hot chocolate in the Winter!) Walking, wildlife, water, nature and historic ruins….the list goes on. There is a fantastic choice of cafes in and around the park. Top tip: Don’t queue at the pay station, just tap your debit card on exiting!
90 locals recommend
Bradgate Park
Bradgate ParkThis beautiful park appeals to all ages. Kids will love climbing the trees and rocks, spotting deer, interacting in the park museum & eating ice-cream (hot chocolate in the Winter!) Walking, wildlife, water, nature and historic ruins….the list goes on. There is a fantastic choice of cafes in and around the park. Top tip: Don’t queue at the pay station, just tap your debit card on exiting!
A draw for space lovers of all ages and only 3 miles from our place. We highly recommend you pre-book tickets as it’s extremely popular.
97 locals recommend
National Space Centre
Exploration DriveA draw for space lovers of all ages and only 3 miles from our place. We highly recommend you pre-book tickets as it’s extremely popular.
King Richard III Visitor Centre
4A St MartinsThis is still on my ‘to do’ list!
Great Central Railway
Great Central RoadBelvoir Castle
Woolsthorpe RoadFoxton Locks
Gumley RoadShopping & eating
Large modern shopping centre (inc John Lewis) with a large choice of cafes, restaurants & bars, plenty of outdoor terraces for fair weather day’s.
26 locals recommend
Highcross Shopping Centre
High StreetLarge modern shopping centre (inc John Lewis) with a large choice of cafes, restaurants & bars, plenty of outdoor terraces for fair weather day’s.
Kids activities
A fun day out for the family. Kids can feed the animals, pet the rabbits, ride a pony and let off steam jumping on haystacks! Great cafe with delicious food & a farm shop.
13 locals recommend
Stonehurst Family Farm and Motor Museum
Bond LaneA fun day out for the family. Kids can feed the animals, pet the rabbits, ride a pony and let off steam jumping on haystacks! Great cafe with delicious food & a farm shop.
Charnwood Forest Alpacas
Ashby RoadTwycross Zoo
Burton Road