Manchester Airport 1 hr 42
Ashby De La Zouch Castle (13 min.)
15th-century castle now english heritage with civil war history a tower and underground passages. Tamworth Castle (21 min.)
medieval motte-and-bailey fortress with pleasure grounds re-enactments and children s workshops. Thomas Land (28 min.)
themed zone of drayton manor with numerous family-friendly thomas the tank engine activities. The National Forest Co (5 min.)
forest reservoir cycling and camping Drayton Manor Theme Park (24 min.)
large adventure playground with 12 rides based on thomas the tank engine indoor play and parklands. National Trust - Calke Abbey (21 min.)
unrestored nt property vividly showing an estate in decline with walled gardens and orangery. Twycross Zoo (13 min.)
family-orientated nature centre filled with primates mammals reptiles and amphibians plus dining. Burton Road 225 (1 min) Rosliston Forestry Centre (8 min.)
modern cabins offering kitchens and terraces with bbqs plus walking trails and outdoor activities. National Memorial Arboretum (Alrewas (20 min.)
expansive woodland area with memorials and thousands of trees in honour of those fallen in service. Lichfield Cathedral (29 min.)
gothic edifice with daily cofe services and choral evensong plus an anglo-saxon treasure hoard. Snowdome (23 min.)
indoor snow skiing & snowboarding centre with an ice rink swimming pool & gym. The National Brewery Centre (13 min.)
guided tours explore british brewing with shire horses vintage vehicles and beer samples. National Forest Adventure Farm (19 min.)
adventure play park with sports areas and go-karts. onsite casual restaurant using local produce. Caravan Park (5 min) Rickmans Corner (3 min) Donington Park Circuit (22 min.)
f1 race track home to various motoring fixtures including the british motorcycle grand prix. | 
