Barrow Upon Soar

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Mountsorrel Meadows is a nature reserve on the eastern outskirts of Mountsorrel in Leicestershire. It is managed by the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.
Barrow Gravel Pits is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in Barrow upon Soar in Leicestershire.
The new (1994) station at Barrow-upon-Soar. View NW, towards Derby, Chesterfield and the North. These platforms on the Slow lines of the ex-Midland London St Pancras - Leicester and the North main line were opened on 30/5/94, replacing the original station a half mile further NW, which was closed on 4/3/68
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Grand Union Canal at Barrow on Soar There is a broad grassy bank down to the water on Welland Road.
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Grand Union Canal/River Soar Taken from Welland Road. Many of the houses on the landward side of the road have moorings here. The canal joins the river at this point, the footbridge over the wide weir is on the right.
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The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park Nottingham England
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,404 reviews)
Air conditioning was fine

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

4 out of 5
Waterfront Plaza Nottingham England
The price is ₩97,799 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩97,799
₩117,359 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,109 reviews)
It was a pleasant location for our stay. We enjoyed our room and the breakfast was very good.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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Best Western Appleby Park Hotel

Best Western Appleby Park Hotel

3 out of 5
Junction 11/M42 Swadlincote England
The price is ₩85,779 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩85,779
₩102,935 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swadlincote. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Saltersford Wood Country ...
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The Gresham Aparthotel

The Gresham Aparthotel

3.5 out of 5
36 Market St Leicester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Leicester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
Excellent value for money Hotel. Room lovely, staff first class and nice Breakfast - will definitely stay again

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Roomzzz Nottingham City

Roomzzz Nottingham City

4 out of 5
Stanley Place Nottingham England
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (920 reviews)
Pros- decent sized room, with plenty of amenities inside, good level of cleanliness. Bed was very firm, which I like, so I slept like a log. Centrally located but kind of out of the way, so not too much street noise. Croissant in the morning was a welcome addition included in the room rate. Cons- ...

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Elegant 2-bed Home - Prime City Centre Location

Elegant 2-bed Home - Prime City Centre Location

2 out of 5
Edinburgh Scotland
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Broombriggs Farm Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Broombriggs Farm Country Park, a lovely green space in Woodhouse.

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Beacon Hill Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Beacon Hill Country Park, a lovely green space in Woodhouse.

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Great Central Railway

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Great Central Railway in Loughborough. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

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Prestwold Hall

You can learn about the history of Prestwold with a stop at Prestwold Hall. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington Campus

Explore the campus of University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington Campus, during your travels in Sutton Bonington. Add the area's shops or spas to your travel plans.

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