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Barceló Hinckley Island Hotel: Local Attractions
Twycross Zoo
Twycross Zoo opened in 1963 on a site in Leicestershire. Initially a comparatively modest collection, it has grown into one of the major British zoos, attracting over 450,000 visitors a year. It is famous for its collection of primates.Situated near the small village of Twycross, the zoo occupies over 40 acres and is set in open countryside. Despite its rural location, it is only four miles from the M42/A42 (which links the M1 and M6) making it readily accessible from anywhere in central England.Throughout the year (we only close Christmas Day) the zoo plays host to a wide range of visitors from family groups on a day out to school children studying animals (our Education Department teaches over 15,000 pupils a year).In 1972 the zoo became a charitable trust concentrating on conservation and education, and now takes part in many captive breeding programmes for endangered animals (about three quarters of the animals housed at Twycross are officially classed as endangered species).Like most British zoos, Twycross receives no government funds and relies entirely on money spent by visitors to continue its work.
Directions : The zoo is located on the A444. The A444 can be accessed via the A5, and the M42, Twycross Zoo is signposted on the brown attractions signs.
Opening : Opening hours:Open daily throughout the year from 10am (closed Christmas day)Closing times:1st November - 4th March - close 4:30pm weekdays, 5pm weekends 5th March - 29th March - close 4:30pm weekdays, 5pm weekends 30th March - 31st October - close at 5.30pm
Twinlakes
An exciting variety of family rides and attractions set in 60 acres of glorious countryside at Twinlakes Park. Where action packed play zones entertain the whole family.
Directions : see website
Opening : see website
| Address | Melton Spinney Road,Melton Mowbray,Leicestershire,LE14 4SB |
| Telephone | 01664 567777 |
| Web Address | www.twinlakespark.co.uk |
Triumph Motorcyle Factory
Born, bred and proud to be British. With over a 100 years of history behind us Triumph is still a privately-owned British company. Our motorcycles are designed, developed and built at our factory, one of the most technologically advanced plants in the world, which is located in Hinckley, in the heart of Great Britain. All Triumph motorcycles are designed, developed and built at Triumph’s Hinckley factory. While R & D is strictly out of bounds it is possible to tour the main manufacturing and assembly halls. We run two tours a day Monday - Thursday and one on a Friday morning. The tours are incredibly popular and places must therefore be pre-booked in advance. Priority is given to dealer tours so give your dealer a call to see what they have already planned.
Directions : Junction 1 of the M69 onto A5 North, take 2nd exit at Dodwells Roundabout and follow signs
Opening : refer to website
| Address | Normandy Way,Off Dodwells Road,Hinckley,Leicestershire,LE10 3BZ |
| Telephone | 01455-251700 |
| Fax | 01455-453005 |
| Web Address | www.triumph.co.uk |
The Isle Casino
The UK's BIGGEST casino celebrated its opening with an exclusive VIP party. Over 1,500 guests enjoyed a preview of this unique 100,000 square foot entertainment destination, and a glimpse of what a super casino of the future might look like. The Isle Casino features restaurants, bars, live entertainment, an exclusive high rollers club with a separate entrance and private car lift, real palm trees and amazing water features - as well as the best gaming action available. The owners of The Isle Casino are setting a whole new tone and pace for the UK gaming industry with a unique themed entertainment experience, with gaming action at the heart of a full range of exciting leisure facilities - designed as much for visitors who don’t want to gamble as those who do. Set up by Isle of Capri Casinos, one of the 10 largest publicly held gaming companies in the United States with operations in 14 US locations, Th Isle Casino at Coventry is the organisation’s first venture overseas. It is run by one of international gaming's most experienced operators, General Manager Marcel Vernon, who believes it epitomises the future of UK gaming – an exciting entertainment venue, with restaurants, bars and shows – and a casino at its heart. 'The Isle is the face of the future for gaming in this country,' comments Vernon. 'It’s more than a casino, it's an entertainment destination.
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Opening : Gaming hours are: Sunday – Friday 2:00pm – 6:00amSaturday 2:00pm – 4:00am
The Ashby Trip
Set on the Ashby canal, choose from 40 minutes rides to a 3 hour cruise along the canal with great views and various entertainment. Also available for Wedding receptions and christmas parties
Directions : Junction 1 of the M69 onto the A5 North, pick up the A444 and take 1st right onto Fenn lane
Opening : Call directly
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Stratford-Upon-Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespear. Set in the beautiful rural Warwickshire countryside, on the banks of the river Avon, it is one of the most important tourist destinations in the UK
Directions : refer to website
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Stoney Cove Diving Centre
National Diving Centre
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Snibston
Visit Snibston, the award winning hands on museum for the whole family
Directions : see website
Opening : see website
| Address | Ashby Road,Coalville,Leicestershire,LE67 3LN |
| Telephone | 01530 278444 |
| Web Address | www.snibston.com |
Silverstone Race Circuit
Home of British Motor Racing, varied motorsport events throughout year including British GrandPrix, Silverstone Classic Festival, GT Touring Car and Superbike Championships. Museum on site also.
Directions : Silverstone is located on the A43 between Towcester and Brackley in Northamptonshire.
Opening : Daily except Christmas Day & Boxing Day
Purley Chase Golf Club
7,000 yards of championship tees, par 72, featuring lakes on some of our shorter holes, and together with lush fairways and undulating green make it a challenging course for beginners and low handicap golfers alike.
Directions : from the A5 take to B4116, at the Mancetter roundabout take the 2nd exit onto witherley road
Opening : refer to website
Nuneaton Museum and Art Gallery
The Museum and Art Gallery is set in the beautiful surroundings of Riversley Park. It contains a reconstruction of George Eliot's London drawing room of 1870 and many of her personal items as well as local history exhibitions. There is wheelchair access, an accessible toilet, a lift to all floors and staff to assist where necessary.In addition to the permanent displays the museum hosts over 23 temporary displays each year.
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Opening : Monday Closed (except bank holidays) Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm Sunday 2.00pm – 4.30pm
National Space Centre
The award winning National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the Space Centre's futuristic Rocket Tower, you'll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun.Winner of East Midlands Excellence Award for the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2007 and home of the UK’s largest planetarium, The National Space Centre is a hands-on, interactive journey through 6 stunning galleries, Rocket Tower, 3D S.I.M ride, 360 degree space theatre that offers an experience that really is out of this world!
Directions : By Road: The National Space Centre is located just off the A6, two miles north of Leicester City Centre, midway between Leicester's inner and outer ring roads. Brown signs with a distinctive rocket logo will direct you from the arterial routes around Leicester.
Opening : School Term Time Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pmSaturday and Sunday 10am – 5pm School Holidays Monday – Sunday 10am – 5pm We suggest you allow a minimum of 3 hours for your visit
Mallory Park Race Circuit
Motor Racing Circuit Race Meetings throughout the season - see the website for fixtures and prices. Track Days also available
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Opening : As per fixtures list - see website for up to date information.
| Address | Mallory Park Circuit,Kirby Mallory,Leicestershire,LE9 7QE |
| Telephone | 01455 842931 |
| Fax | 01455 898289 |
| Web Address | www.mallorypark.co.uk |
Leicester Tigers Rugby Club
Please see website for details of fixtures and events.
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Leicester City Football Club
The Walkers StadiumSee website for full list of fixtures and events at the stadium.
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| Address | The Walkers Stadium,Filbert Way,Leicester,Leicestershire,LE2 7FL |
| Telephone | 0870 040 6000 |
| Web Address | www.lcfc.premiumtv.co.uk |
Donington Park Race Circuit
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Dobbies Garden Centre
The UK's biggest garden centre is a world of ideas and inspiration for the home and garden and is a day out in itself. With an extensive range of houseplants, garden plants and day-to-day gardening products there is also a garden furniture range and barbeque equipment.
Directions : follow the A5 North towards Atherstone, take the turning for B4111 and follow the signs
Opening : Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pmTuesday 9.30am - 6pmSunday 10.30am - 4.30pm
| Address | Nuneaton Road,Mancetter,Atherstone,Warwickshire,CV9 1RF |
| Telephone | 01827-715511 |
| Web Address | www.dobbies.com |
De Montfort Hall
Our programme ranges from jazz, ballet, comedy and opera to world and roots music, West End musicals and our superb classical programme featuring the Philharmonia Orchestra. Whatever your interests we're sure that you'll find something to tempt you!
Directions : Junction 21 of the M1 follow signd for outer ring oad turning left along the A50 or A6 when signposted.
Opening : refer to website
Curve Theatre
NEW state of the art theatre for Leicester. Opened Autumn 2008.
Directions : see website
Opening : see website
| Address | Rutland Street,Leicester,Leicestershire,LE1 1SB |
| Telephone | 0116 2423560 |
| Web Address | www.curveonline.co.uk |
Coventry City Football Club
The New Ricoh Arena.See the web site for the full list of fixtures and events at the stadium.
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Coventry Blaze Ice Hockey
See the web site for the full list of fixtures and events at the stadium.
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| Address | The Hockey Locker,Co-op Extra Superstore,Queen Victoria Road, Coventry,Warwickshire,CV1 3LE |
| Telephone | 02476 223220 |
| Fax | 02476 631352 |
| Web Address | www.coventryblaze.co.uk |
Conkers
Conkers, the award winning attraction at the heart of the National Forest, offers a unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences to keep the family engaged for hours.
Directions : See website
Opening : See website
| Address | Rawdon Road (B586),Moira,Nr. Ashby de la Zouch,Leicestershire,DE12 6GA |
| Telephone | 01283 216633 |
| Web Address | www.visitconkers.com |
Bramcote Waters Golf Course
The parkland course at Bramcote Waters Golf Club is a great test of all the vital parts of your game.
Directions : from the A5 take the B4109 towards Wolvy, follow signs
Opening : call club direct
| Address | Bazzard Road,Bramcote,Nuneaton,Warwickshire,CV11 6QJ |
| Telephone | 01455-220807 |
Bosworth Water Trust
Bosworth Water Trust is a 50-acre leisure park with 20 acres of water sports. The lake is used for sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and avaliable to group bookings & fishing. Day and season tickets are available for the lakes.
Directions : Bosworth Water trust is situated on the B585, half a mile west of Market Bosworth, Warwickshire.
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Bosworth Battlefield & Visitor Centre
Site of the Battle of Bosworth where King Richard III lost his life and his crown to the future Henry VII. Visitor Centre includes Interpretation of the battle and video Reconstruction. Walking trails nearby
Directions : pick up the A447 from Hinckley, signposted from Sutton Cheney Junction
Opening : Footpaths open all yearVisitor Centre open:Apr 1 - Oct 31 11am till 5pm
| Address | Sutton Cheney,Market Bosworth |
| Telephone | 01455-290429 |
Birmingham Hippodrome
Home of the Birmingham Royal Ballet and many other fantastic shows and performances
Directions : From The M6From the Junction 6 of the M6 follow the signs for Birmingham Central. Follow the A38 (M) for 2 miles (signs for the city centre) At the end of the motorway, take the flyover signed M5 South West. Coming off the flyover, pass under the tunnel following signs for Inner Ring Road South. Take the next tunnel (Queensway). Follow signs for Bromsgrove A38 which takes you to a third underpass. On surfacing get in the left hand lane and turn first left (Bromsgrove Street), go straight ahead and Arcadian Centre Parking is just on your left.
Opening : refer to website
Birmingham City Football Club
See the web site for the full list of fixtures and events at the stadium.
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Aston Villa Football Club
Please view the web site for full details of the fixtures and events at the ground.
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| Address | Villa Park,Birmingham,West Midlands,B6 6HE |
| Telephone | 0121 327 2299 |
| Fax | 0121 322 2107 |
| Web Address | www.avfc.co.uk |
Arbury Hall
This beautiful Elizabethan house, built on the site of a 12th century Augustinian Priory has been the home of the Newdegate family for over 400 years. Transformed in the 18th century to become the finest example of Gothic Revival architecture in the country, the house contains fine collections of antique furniture, pictures, glass and china and many of the splendid rooms of the house are on view to the public. Standing in it's own parkland, the Hall is surrounded by delightful landscaped gardens with wooded walks and lakes.
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Opening : Hall & Gardens open 2-5pm on BH weekends only (Suns & Mons). Easter-Sept.