Peaceful Kegworth
With the River Soar running through it, a bowling green and a church dating back to the mid-13th century, Kegworth is in many ways the archetypal English locale. Visit the village's museum and learn about its history through artefacts and documents exhibited there. For more energetic exploits, Kegworth has its own paintball centre tucked away in a woodland setting.
The Great Outdoors
The Peak District, just a 40 minute drive north east of Kegworth, is home to the UK's first established national park. This area of outstanding natural beauty covers over 550mi2, offering breathtaking scenery, waterways, caverns, historic castles and much more.
Conkers is an award-winning attraction no more than 30 miles from Kegworth. You'll discover ponds, lakes, woodland and over 100 indoor interactive exhibits in this 120 acre site, which is located in the centre of the National Forest.
Things to do
A fun day out for the whole family can be found at Alton Towers, which is about an hour's drive from Kegworth. Alton Tower's is one of the UK's largest theme parks and offers a vast array of rides to suit everyone from small children to more seasoned thrill-seekers. There are also many themed attractions such as CBeebies Land, golf and a Treetop Quest.
Just over four miles east of Kegworth, Donington Park is renowned for holding Formula One racing, World Touring Car championships and MotoGP. Experience the thrill of being behind the wheel of a fast car and visit the Grand Prix Exhibition which houses the biggest collection of Grand Prix cars in the world.
Eating and drinking in Kegworth
The Coffee House is a popular haunt of locals and visitors alike. This fully licensed café serves coffee, tea, cakes, sandwiches and hot meals.
For a friendly welcome, a warm fire in the winter and a large beer garden in the summer, the Cap and Stocking Ale House offers beer served in the traditional way, straight from the barrel.