Local Attractions
Kilworth House is situated just 3.5 miles from Junction 20 of the M1 - the perfect place to visit and enjoy the numerous attractions. From heritage sites to theme parks, nature reserves and reservoirs, all within striking distance of Kilworth House Hotel.
National Space Centre
With six interactive galleries, the UK’s largest planetarium, and the iconic 42m high Rocket Tower, the award-winning National Space Centre is an out of this world experience.
- Distance: 23 miles
- Driving time: 30 mins
- Website: www.spacecentre.co.uk/
King Richard III Visitor Centre
Using great storytelling, beautiful design and 21st century technology, the centre tells the fascinating and moving story of King Richard III's life, death, and one of the greatest archaeological detective stories ever told.
- Distance: 18 miles
- Driving time: 30 mins
- Website: www.kriii.com/
Wicksteed Park
Wicksteed Park is wholly owned by Wicksteed Charitable Trust & is a Grade II English Heritage listed Park and Garden and was founded in 1921.
- Distance: 24 miles
- Driving time: 30 mins
- Website: www.wicksteedpark.org/
Silverstone
Home to the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, Moto GP, British Touring Cars, Track Days, Driving Experiences and much more... Discover the stars, stories and science behind British motor racing at the Silverstone Museum.
- Distance: 36 miles
- Driving time: 40 mins
- Website: www.silverstone.co.uk/
Twycross Zoo
Set in the heart of England on the Leicestershire/Warwickshire border, Twycross Zoo is fun for families to enjoy all year round. Spanning more than 80 acres, with around 400 animals of almost 80 species to see, including many endangered animals and native species in the Zoo’s nature reserve.
- Distance: 27 miles
- Driving time: 45 mins
- Website: www.twycrosszoo.org/
Rutland Water
One of the largest man made lakes in Europe, and the largest in England (by surface area), set in over 3,000 acres of beautiful rolling countryside, there are plenty of activities found around and on the water everyone to enjoy...reservoir and nature reserve for wildlife spotting, walking trails, water sports activities and two visitor centres.
- Distance: 35 miles
- Driving time: 55 mins
- Website: www.lrwt.org.uk/rutland-water
Rockingham Castle
This remarkable castle was built on the instruction of William the Conqueror, and there are very few other homes that have been continuously occupied for nearly 1000 years and within that time been owned by just one family since being relinquished as a royal Castle.
- Distance: 23 miles
- Driving time: 40 mins
- Website: www.rockinghamcastle.com/
Leicester City FC
King Power Stadium has been the home of Leicester City since 2002. Visit on matchday or arrange a stadium tour.
- Distance: 18 miles
- Driving time: 30 mins
- Website: www.lcfc.com/king-power-stadium
Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle is Britain’s ultimate historical experience for friends and family. Discover an action-packed year of exhilarating live shows and experiences including – the UK’s largest birds of prey show and live arena jousting performances, plus over 200 epic event days! It is a must-visit for those looking for an extraordinary historical escape.
- Distance: 32 miles
- Driving time: 50 mins
- Website: www.warwick-castle.com/
British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historic British Cars; it boasts over 400 cars in its collection which span the classic, vintage and veteran eras.
- Distance: 30 miles
- Driving time: 60 mins
- Website: www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/
Leicester Racecourse
Leicester Racecourse is a dual Flat and Jumps venue located in the East Midlands, hosting up to 30 race meetings throughout the year.
- Distance: 16 miles
- Driving time: 30 mins
- Website: www.leicester-racecourse.co.uk/
Armougeddon
Experience the fun and excitement of driving tanks and other military vehicles over courses set around a World War II bombing range. Armourgeddon is the worldwide home of Tank Paintball, incorporating Chaos Paintball with a wide range of activities for individuals and groups.
- Distance: 4 miles
- Driving time: 10 mins
- Website: www.armourgeddon.co.uk/
Drayton Manor
Enjoy theme park rides & attractions including the brand new Vikings Area, Europe’s only Thomas Land, the 15-acre zoo and much more! With over 50 rides & attractions to experience the whole family will have a fantastic experience.
- Distance: 38 miles
- Driving time: 50 mins
- Website: www.draytonmanor.co.uk/
Donnington Park Circuit
One of the most internationally renowned circuits in the world, Donington Park continues to host major national and international events on two and four wheels.
- Distance: 34 miles
- Driving time: 40 mins
- Website: www.donington-park.co.uk/
Stratford upon Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon, a town synonymous with William Shakespeare is a market town with more than 800 years of history, containing not only many buildings that survive today and would have been familiar to Shakespeare, but also a thriving community offering a wide variety of leisure and shopping experiences.
- Distance: 40 miles
- Driving time: 55 mins
- Website: www.visitstratforduponavon.co.uk/