For those looking for peaceful walks and unspoilt scenery, Rutland Water is just a 20-minute drive away.

Surrounded by a 25-mile circular track for cycling - a bike ride around the reservoir will take about 90 minutes. Cycle hire is available if you don't want to bring your own. Getting out and enjoying the water couldn't be easier at the Watersports Centre and Sailing Clubs - even a novice can get out on the water.

Rutland Water Park also offers world-class trout fishing and bird watching. The Nature Reserve is home to the first breeding Ospreys in England for 150 years.

Nene Valley Railway is the UK’s leading international steam attraction, based at Wansford Station, stopping at Overton (for Ferry Meadows), Orton Mere, Yarwell Junction, and Peterborough.

As both a living heritage railway, and a thriving attraction for the public to enjoy all year round, Nene Valley Railway offers the chance to experience the thrill of riding a steam engine; discover the railway’s history; and explore the picturesque surroundings of the Nene Valley area.

From The North Pole Adventure to steam train driving experiences there’s something for everyone!

Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, just outside Oundle, Lyveden, with it’s links to the Gunpowder Plot, is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age.

Begun by Sir Thomas Tresham to symbolise his Catholic faith, Lyveden remains incomplete and virtually unaltered since work stopped on his death in 1605. There are tranquil moats, viewing terraces and an Elizabethan orchard to explore, as well as an enigmatic garden lodge covered in religious symbols.

Lyveden is also the perfect starting point to explore the Lyveden Way, a circular path through beautiful meadows, woodland and villages.

Belvoir Castle’s history dates back to the eleventh century. It is the ancestral home of the Duke of Rutland, where the family have lived in an unbroken line for almost a thousand years.

Meander through beautifully established formal gardens and parkland on a variety of walks and trails… Belvoir Castle’s unique retail village, The Engine Yard, restored from old estate buildings, is now a centre of excellence for local food, drink, artisan shopping.

With an extensive events calendar running throughout the year there's bound to be something on during your stay!

A fantastic day out! Discover the incredible achievements of Britain's World War Two Codebreakers. Bletchley Park is now a vibrant heritage attraction. Step back in time to experience the stories of the extraordinary achievements of the men and women that worked here.

There is an array of activities for all the family to enjoy, and a great website to plan your visit and make sure you make the most of your day out.

A beautiful vineyard in nearby Ketton, producing stunning wines on Jurassic limestone soil. Located on top of a narrow ridge between the rivers Welland and Chater, 70m above sea level.

Something to go with your wine? They serve a range of fresh home-made cakes, a sharing cheese platter with and offer a range of coffees for you to enjoy while overlooking the vines.

Tours, tastings and events are frequently on offer.

Discover gardens of infinite inspiration… From snowdrop season in February when flowers carpet the ground, to blossom time in May when the trees are awash with colour and our famed sweet-pea summers, Easton Walled Gardens’ seasonal highlights offer endless inspiration.

The shelter of our valley brings both calm and energy, giving us room to explore the joy of an English garden in all its forms. Waiting within our majestic stone walls, you’ll find a rich botanical tapestry – with a distinctive mood and planting sewn into each garden.

Join in the fun at Hide & Secrets!

Burghley's awesome woodland adventure play area Hide & Secrets is themed around William Cecil as the country’s first Chief Spymaster and features a series of fun-packed play zones that lead to the Hidden Towers.

Entering through a hidden stone arch, families are transported into a magical setting that will ignite imaginations and provide endless hours of outdoor fun.