Local Attractions

Whittlebury Hall

Overnight guests of the Hotel have complimentary use of the onsite Leisure facilities from the moment the check-in until they check-out, facilities include:

•  Cybex™ Gymnasium
•  Aerobic Studio
•  19 meter Pool with Bubble Jets
•  Sauna
•  Steam Room
•  Jacuzzi

Opening hours:

•  Monday to Friday: 6.30am - 10pm
•  Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays: 8am - 8pm

For full details visit http://www.whittleburyhall.co.uk/ 

Whittlebury Park

For full details visit: http://www.whittlebury.com/

The Hotel is offering a discounted rate of £15.00 (reduced from £38.50) for 18 holes on their Championship Golf Course, subject to availability, for all exhibitors/visitors of the show.  If you wish to take advantage of this it is advisable to book as soon as possible.

Why not turn your visit into a weekend camping trip?

Guaranteed Facilities:

•  Fully Licensed Bar & Restaurant
•  Washing Up Area
•  Brick Building Toilet Block
•  Showers
•  Hairdryers & Sockets (ladies only at present)
•  Direct Pedestrian Access into Silverstone Circuit

BOOKING - it is highly advised that you book in advance. Please see link on online booking page.

Booking Page

Vinehouse Hotel & Restaurant

For full details visit http://vinehousehotel.com/ 

100 High Street, Paulerspury, Northamptonshire, NN12 7NA - 01327 811267

Undoubtedly the best place to eat and stay in rural Northamptonshire (Awarded best Restaurant in Northamptonshire) if you are seeking a warm welcome, splendid food in an historic setting with charm and style combined.

The menu is changed daily with the emphasis on quality. Driven by Marcus' (owner/Chef) creativity according to the freshest available produce and seasonal variations, delights are a fusion of traditional English and modern continental cuisine with a twist.

Dinner is served from 6:30pm – 10pm, it is advisable to reserve your table as soon as possible as it is very popular, and there is only limited space available. 

Silverstone Circuit

For full details visit - http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ 

Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 8TN - 0844 3750 740

For more than 60 years Silverstone has carved its mark as one of the leading motorsport venues, creating a powerful heritage around the world. Internationally renowned as the host of world class events, Silverstone is also famed for its exhilarating driving experiences, here are a couple of examples:

Aston Martin Experience - New for 2012

Aston Martin's take on the traditional, front-engined GT is already a modern classic: fast, forgiving and with a soundtrack that fully justifies those stunning lines. Only £199

The Hypersonic

Our new two-seater thrill

Take a ride in The Hypersonic and experience the ultimate thrill! For just £69 you can ride with a pro around the world-renowned Silverstone Circuit! Hold on tight...

Stowe

For full details visit http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowe/ 

New Inn Farm, Stowe, Buckingham, MK18 5EQ - 01280 817156

Open from 10am – 6pm Saturdays and Sundays

Breathtakingly beautiful landscape gardens

The scale, grandeur and beauty of Stowe has inspired writers, philosophers, artists, politicians and members of the public from the 18th century to the present day.

Prices:

Whole property

- Adult: £8.00  - Child: £4.10  - Family: £20.10  - Group: £7.60

Heart of the Shires Shopping Village

For full details visit http://www.heartoftheshires.co.uk/ 

A5, 2 miles north of Weedon, Northamptonshire NN7 4LB

Open seven days a week from 10am – 5pm

Set around a Victorian courtyard, The Heart of the Shires Shopping Village offers a selection of individual shops with character. From kitchenware to menswear the Heart of the Shires offers a range of elegant gift solutions as well as a first class restaurant and tea room.

Rookery Open Farm

For full details visit http://www.rookeryopenfarm.com/ 

Stoke Bruerne, Towcester, Northants, NN12 7SJ

An interesting fun-filled and educational time awaits you at Rookery Open Farm. A safe, clean environment, mainly under cover has been created on this commercial sheep and cattle farm.

Visitors can have close contact with a large variety of animals, in the many areas throughout the farm.  You are able to picnic inside and out and enjoy a refreshing drink from our tearoom, whilst watching your children in the play areas.  Bring the kids down to the farm to meet and experience the animals and play in our brand new purpose built indoor and outdoor activity areas.

Many of the animals can be stroked, this is an activity which allows all our visitors lots of pleasure and gain confidence with animals.

At Rookery Open Farm we have been working hard to finish our brand new, purpose built, three story kids indoor play structure and it's finally complete!

Come and play on three stories of tube slides, punch bags, rollers, steeping stones, ramps, spider nets and wedges.

We also have a toddlers play facility for children under the age of four.

SNO!zone Xscape Milton Keynes

For full details visit http://www.snozoneuk.com/v/milton-keynes  

602 Marlborough Gate Central Milton Keynes MK9 3XS

Opening hours:

Monday - Wednesday 10am - 10pm

Thursday - Friday 10 am - 11pm

SNO!zone are the only chain of indoor real snow slopes in the UK and with over 10 years of experience to say we know our snow would be a bit of an understatement.

SNO!zone took over the operation of the indoor slope in Milton Keynes in 2000 and turned it into a hugely successful leisure attraction and sports facility.

Bicester Village Outlet Shopping

For full details visit http://www.bicestervillage.com/ 

50 Pingle Drive, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6WD

Home to over 130 boutiques offering collections at up to 60% off all year round.

Opening Times:

Monday - Friday: 10am - 8pm
Saturdays: 9am - 8pm
Sundays: 10am - 7pm*

*On Sundays Burberry Men & Women, Gucci, Hugo Boss and Polo Ralph Lauren open at 11.30am for browsing, 12pm for shopping and close at 6pm. Prada and Versace open from 12pm to 6pm for shopping

Canons Ashby House

For full details visit http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/canons-ashby-house/ 

Daventry, NN11 3SD

01327 861900

Open from 11am – 5pm Saturdays and Sundays

Tranquil Elizabethan manor house set in beautiful gardens