Local Attraction nearby to Foxton Locks Lodges
Aqua Park Rutland
Miles: 29
Read more...Slip, slide and splash at our inflatable Aqua Park. It’s the biggest and the best in the UK and we are pretty proud of that. Located on the North Shore of Rutland Water, you can find the Aqua Park next to Rutland Watersports, perfectly located for a full on day on the water!

Armourgeddon
Miles: 8
Read more...If you’ve ever dreamed of commanding 17 tons of armoured steel, Armourgeddon is your ultimate destination for tank driving and combat. Nowhere else in the world can you take the controls of a real FV432 tank, navigating rugged terrain across 16 acres, and then up the stakes with a world-exclusive Tank Paintball Battle. Perfect for families, friends, or solo adventurers, Armourgeddon delivers an unforgettable mix of exhilaration, combat, and fun.

Burghley Horse Trials
Miles: 32
Read more...It was in 1961 that the Marquess of Exeter, on hearing that the autumn three-day event at Harewood could no longer be held, invited the British Horse Society to transfer the event to his estate. In its second year, 1962, Burghley ran the F.E.I.’s European Championship and this was the beginning of a remarkable record. No other international horse trials site has staged as many Championships, a record ten in all including the first World Championship in 1966. In total Burghley has run two World Championships in 1966 and 1974, six European Championships in 1962, 1971, 1977, 1985, 1989 and 1997. Also one Young Riders European Championship in 1978. It is the longest continuous running international event.

Coton Manor
Miles: 16
Read more...Originally laid out in the 1920s by the grandparents of the current owner, the garden has been developed gradually by subsequent generations to its present state, where in 2019 it was voted as ‘The Nation’s Favourite Garden’ in a poll conducted by the English Garden magazine in conjunction with the National Garden Scheme. Since 1991 it has been tended by Susie Pasley-Tyler, recently joined by her younger daughter, Imogen.

Foxton Locks Canal
Miles: 0.5
Read more...Explore Foxton Locks, a historic canal marvel in Leicestershire, offering picturesque landscapes, canal heritage, boat trips, and a glimpse into 19th-century engineering brilliance.
How do you lift a fully loaded narrowboat up a 75ft hill? Engineers of the past 200 years have come up with not one but two ingenious solutions at Foxton and, together, they offer a day out like no other.
There are flights of locks all over the nation’s canal network but there’s nowhere quite like Foxton Locks – the longest and steepest staircase of locks in the country. Ten locks back-breakingly carved by hand through the Leicestershire countryside.
An innovative boat lift, or inclined plane, was built next to the locks to carry boats up and down the steep hill in giant bathtubs, or caissons, of water. Expensive to operate, and under increasing competition from the railways, it was mothballed after just 11 years but today visitors can stand on the remains and find out more about how it worked in the nearby museum.
Two centuries ago Foxton would have bustled with the sights, sounds and smells of a working waterway but today it offers a peaceful escape where you can almost feel life slowing down. There’s a friendlier feel too, where people passing on the towpath say hello and there’s always a smiling lock keeper on-hand for a chat.
Maybe you’ll enjoy a spot of ‘gongoozling’, the art of watching the beautifully painted narrowboats make their way through the locks. With around 5,000 boats passing through each year, Foxton is the perfect place to try it.

Grainstore Brewery
Miles: 22
Read more...The largest brewery in the smallest county is proud of its heritage & brewing expertise. Award-winning Real Ales and Brewery Tap. They offer brewery tours and serve lunch.

Great Central Railway
Miles: 30
Read more...The Great Central Railway exists today because a group of determined volunteers, back in 1969, following the closure by British Railways, wanted the line to be saved to recreate the experience of mainline steam for generations to come.

Jump Giants
Miles: 31
Read more...Open Jump is the ultimate way to experience Jump Giants. Pure entertainment across 115,000 square feet of interconnected trampolines means one thing… Let’s get ready to rummmmmble!
Open Jump allows you to use the famous angled wall trampolines and launching decks, but also means you can use the basketball lanes for practising those slam dunks! The Open Jump sessions lets you to challenge your friends on the Battle Beams, train to be a Giant on the Wipe Out and show off your skills in the extreme Dodgeball court.

Kibworth Shooting Ground
Miles: 9
Read more...Kibworth Shooting Ground is Leicestershire’s premier shooting facility for clays, air guns, rifle and rural recreation. Located in 30 acres of rural South Leicestershire, Kibworth shooting ground is famous for its friendly atmosphere, shooting facilities and excellent multi-activity packages themed on military, team building, corporate fun or parties for that special occasion. Their qualified instructors can provide private or group tuition for the novice or highly experienced shooter in any discipline.

National Space Centre
Miles: 17
Read more...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.

Ragdale Health Spa
Miles: 29
Read more...Enjoy luxury spa breaks & pamper days at Ragdale Hall Spa; an award-winning spa set within the stunning Leicestershire countryside.

Richard III Exhibition
Miles: 15
Read more...A Visitor Centre has been created around the poignant spot where King
Richard III’s remains were buried for more than half a millennia – one of the
most fascinating and intriguing historic sites in England.
Stonehurst Farm
Miles: 25
Read more...Enjoyment for the whole family at Stonehurst Farm and a warm welcome from the Duffin Family. Visitors can experience many farm activities see and touch friendly farm yard animals.
Farm walks pond dipping, Tractor & trailer rides, Pony rides, Play areas indoor and outdoor, Home grown, free Range and organic farm produce, Stone Hurst Farm Motor Museum.

Tropical Birdland
Miles: 21
Read more...A unique attraction which is home to over 250 birds with stunning free-flying parrots from around the world!

Twinlakes Park – Melton Mowbray
Miles: 25
Read more...Twinlakes Park (Melton Mowbray) explore the 10 sparkling Playzones, expend energy in the massive indoor Labyrinth with multi venture challenges, slides and soaring net climbs, while the heady Trauma Tower and the whirling fun of the new Spinning Spiders will leave you gasping. Blast buddies in the Master Blaster while Toddlers play in Dolphins Bay and joggle happily round the Barrel Ride.
Outside discover Assault courses, Bumper boats, go dizzy on the Dune buggies and pedal like mad on the Indy karts. In Red Rooster Farm everyone loves the hundreds of fascinating animals and birds.

Twycross Zoo
Miles: 35
Read more...Twycross has the largest collection of monkeys and apes in the Western World! It is an award-winning conservation charity; the zoo is set in 80 acres of habitat and is home to around 500 animals

Windmill farmpark
Miles: 4.5
Read more...A great family day out. Meet and pet the animals, explore the indoor and outdoor play areas and enjoy the delicious food and drink at both. This is fun for both adults and children alike

Wistow Maze
Miles: 10
Read more...Enjoy a great day out exploring one of the country’s largest maize mazes, set in 8 acres of living maize crop with 4 miles of paths to navigate and explore; it’s great exercise for mind and body!
See if you can unravel the QUIZ TRAIL, and find all 10 boards hidden in the maze in order to decipher the secret code. The maze also incorporates 10ft high bridges and viewing towers which give visitors stunning 3D panoramic views over the maze and the beautiful surrounding countryside.

Xtreme Scream Park Twinlakes
Miles: 25
Read more...A full evening of fun and fright. Award winning scream park is entertainment you won’t regret with 6 haunted mazes and festival entertainment. Strictly age 14+.

