Explore Thrumpton Hall - a British classic
A beautiful old English manor, Thrumpton Hall in Nottingham dates back to the 17th Century and has beautiful manicured gardens that are perfect to wander in.
If you're attending a wedding or event at the lakeside pavilion, it is surrounded by 300 acres of parkland so be sure to spend time wandering the grounds. And keep your eyes peeled for Simkins the cat, Thrumpton Hall's resident mouser.
Easily accessible, the M1 is less than a 10-minute drive and East Midlands Airport is 10 miles away.
Take an underground tour of Nottingham
Just 20 minutes' drive from Thrumpton Hall is the bustling city of Nottingham, but what goes on beneath your feet is the real draw.
The City of Caves is an underground network of tunnels connecting over 500 grottos made from sandstone. These former underground dwellings date back to the dark ages.
A day at Donnington Park
Donnington Park Circuit is around 20 minutes by car and hosts lots of race days, from motorcycle time trials to thunder rallies. In the race circuit's museum you'll find the largest collection of Grand Prix cars in the world.
Looking for a cheap hotel Near Thrumpton Hall? Travelodge Nottingham Wollaton Park Hotel is around a 20-minute drive, or the Travelodge Nottingham EM Airport Donnington Park M1 Hotel is just over 10 miles away.