| 1 miles from calke abbey and 8. the chic simple rooms, accessed via a private entrance, have contemporary furnishings and decor and come with free wifi, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. there's also a sheltered beer garden. some rooms also feature ceiling beams, stone walls or wood panelling. complimentary breakfast is served in the rustic bar/restaurant, which also offers a locally sourced menu of traditional pub grub as well as real ales. check-in time: 5:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. dating from 1698, this family-run village pub with rooms is 2. upgraded rooms are more ornate in style and feature flat-screen tvs, 4-poster beds and heated floors. 5 miles from east midlands airport
Manchester Airport 1 hr 29
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