Central England with its diverse range of tourist attractions is a top destination for short breaks, weekends away, dog friendly and child/family friendly holidays. An ideal staycation location which is within easy train reach of London. Accommodation choices in Central England are many however, for the best of all worlds, staying in a pub with rooms or a country inn offers not only super flexibility but also great food with a hearty full English breakfast, real ales, and fine wines. Most country pubs are very family friendly and dog friendly welcoming children and dogs thus providing the perfect recipe for a great stay away.
Central England encompasses a wide area including Britain’s second largest city, Birmingham, and William Shakespeare’s home town of Stratford-upon-Avon. This diverse area stretches from the rolling hills of Shropshire, bordering Wales on the west, right across to the meandering waterways of Norfolk on the east coast and to many it is known as The Midlands. Central England abounds with rolling hills and luscious green valleys, where rivers slowly meander to form a rich verdant and fertile landscape. This central area stretches from the industrious Staffordshire and Peak District to the edge of Wales and down to the affluent south and includes the counties of Northamptonshire, Rutland, Shropshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Herefordshire and Nottinghamshire.
Central England is certainly known for its dramatic countryside with the Peak District National Park being a famous holiday destination for climbing, walking, and cycling holidays as well as narrow boat holidays on the Grand Union Canal.
Walk the Pennines Way or the Derwent Valley Heritage Way, make time for the twin glories of Oxford and Cambridge Universities and take in any of the numerous other attractions including Lincoln Cathedral, William Shakespeare’s home town of Stratford-upon-Avon, the traditional seaside town of Skegness, the National Space Centre, Chatsworth House, and Creswell Crags. If travelling further West, don’t miss out on the Malvern Hills in Herefordshire, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with the Wye Valley where there are numerous walking trails both short and long – keen walkers should try the The Wye Valley Walk and the Mortimer Trail.
In a Nutshell: Perfect for those on the Shakespeare Trail – a 600-year-old timbered inn with fabulous ‘character’ rooms that ooze period charm, authentic beamed bars and fresh traditional pub food
In a Nutshell: Revamped in 2017 with an informal, elegant feel, this striking, historic building in the heart of Stratford offers contemporary-smart rooms and good classic pub food
In a Nutshell: Striking High Street inn spruced up in modern, quirky style, with contemporary and stylish bedrooms, seasonal menus offering modern pub food, and tip-top Brakspear beers.
In a Nutshell: Peach Pubs posh urban haven is an elegant villa in leafy Edgbaston with boutique rooms and cracking gastropub next door, just five minutes from the city centre
In a Nutshell: Well-loved village inn close to the A1, with seasonal menus bristling with local produce and country-chic bedrooms.
Inn Places Perk - Local beers in the room on arrivalIn a Nutshell: Former coaching inn and theatre in a fabulous central location within strolling distance of Warwick Castle – expect a boutique feel throughout, modern European food and stylish bedrooms
In a Nutshell: Striking 16th-century building in glorious Peak District countryside; beat a path to the door for fantastic beers, traditional food and comfortable rooms, including four posters and two cosy cottages
In a Nutshell: Grand stone inn set in a timeless estate village; worth the detour off A1 for elegant Asia/Africa inspired rooms; candles galore in the club-like bar; and eclectic modern British food
In a Nutshell: Handsome stone inn in beautiful Stamford, with log fires, interesting, stylish bedrooms and a menu to please all.
Inn Places Perk - A Free Room Upgrade if AvailableIn a Nutshell: In the lovely Vale of Belvoir, a pretty old pub with friendly service, a seasonal menu and sweet, comfortable bedrooms
In a Nutshell: In a cracking spot on Warwick’s central square, Peach’s flagship pub hums with life from breakfast till late, popular for its lively contemporary vibe, good all day food and comfy rooms – the best (& quietest) across the lane
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