Countesthorpe Tourist Information |
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The name Countesthorpe comes from the 11th century when the area formed part of the marriage dowry of the Countess Judith niece of William the Conqueror, 'thorpe' having the gothic meaning of 'land'. In Peatling Road is a particularly fine example of a Leicestershire mud house. There are also two half- timbered houses, one dating back to the 15th century.
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Attractions near Countesthorpe
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Leicester Racecourse
(4 Miles)*
Extending to 200 acres and steeped in more than 100 years of history, the Leicester Racecourse estate provides the perfect venue for the private or business client. |
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National Gas Museum
(4 Miles)*
At the Gas Museum you will gain a fascinating insight into the story of gas past and present, with particular reference to the East Midlands region. |
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Gorse Hill City Farm
(6 Miles)*
See the daily workings of the farm. Feed and touch the animals within a relaxed and friendly environment. |
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Towns near Countesthorpe
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Blaby Tourist Information
(2 Miles)*
Much of the older part of Blaby village has been designated as a conservation area. It includes the 12th century parish church of All Saints, a thatched and timbered inn dating from about 1485. |
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Whetstone Tourist Information
(2 Miles)*
Whetstone - The 1086 Domesday Survey records Whetstone as having 24 peasants, 11 villeins, one man at arms and a windmill. |
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Ketteringham Tourist Information
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Hotels near Countesthorpe
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Westfield House Hotel
(2 Miles)*
One of the finest Leicester hotels, Westfield House Hotel is set in landscaped gardens in the leafy suburb of Blaby, south of Leicester city centre. |
Leicester Marriott Hotel
(3 Miles)*
The Leicester Marriott Hotel forms a stunning gateway to this vibrant region. The hotel brings together the best in contemporary facilities with Marriott's hallmark care and attention to detail. |
Premier Inn Leicester Braunstone South
(4 Miles)*
From this comfortable, Premier Inn Leicester Braunstone South which is conveniently located near to Junction 21 of the M1 Motorway where it meets the M69 Interchange it is only 20 minutes by car to a range of popular attractions including the American ... |
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Self Catering near Countesthorpe
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Abbey Farm
(9 Miles)*
Abbey Farm is situated in the heart of England on the Warwickshire/ Leicestershire border giving easy access to Motorways (M6, M1, M69) and excellent links to midland towns and cities. The farm is 1/2mile from the road. |
East Haddon Grange Country Cottages
(18 Miles)*
Relax in these traditional stone cottages on a family farm surrounded by open countryside. The self-catering cottages lovingly converted from an old barn offer spacious, beautifully presented accommodation in an ideal setting. |
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