Donington le Heath Manor House

Manor Road
Donington-le-Heath
Coalville
Leicestershire
LE67 2FW


Step back in time and experience how people really lived in Medieval, Tudor and Stuart Times at Donington le Heath Manor House.

This well preserved 17th Century Medieval Manor House, once owned and fashionably 'modernised' around 1618 by the family of Everard Digby - one of the infamous Gunpowder Plotters.

Enjoy an enlightening experience including an audio guide, interactive activities and a computer based virtual tour.

There are regular monthly events for all the family.



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Opening Times
(2009 times)
March to November: Daily 11.00am - 4.00pm.

December to February: Weekends only 11.30am - 3.00pm.

Admission Charges
(2009 prices)
Free

Directions
Donington le Heath Manor House is situated on the southern outskirts of Coalville, between the villages of Donington le Heath and Hugglescote. It is sign posted from the A511 near M1 junction 22 and A42 junction 12 with the A511. The museum has a car and coach park.
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Donington le Heath Manor House Postcode for SatNav: LE67 2FW

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