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East of the county

Rutland edge

Reservoir paths, big skies, an early lunch — start in the far east.

Friday's plan 17 min driving · 7.1 mi

3 stops, plotted to loop back where you started.

A Friday outdoors calls for a day that mixes fresh air with plenty to look at, and these three stops in Loughborough do exactly that. With barely 17 minutes of driving between them, you spend your time enjoying the day rather than sitting in the car.

  1. 1
    From the off≈ 150 min visit

    Stonehurst Family Farm and Motor Museum

    Loughborough

    Start with Stonehurst Family Farm and Motor Museum in Loughborough. Sunlight bounces off a lovingly polished vintage bonnet while hens cluck past and children dissolve into laughter on the tractor ride — Stonehurst really is a one-of-a-kind Leicestershire treasure. Worth the fresh air today.

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    Stonehurst Family Farm and Motor Museum
  2. 2
    8 min · 3.2 mi from the last stop
    After 2h 38m≈ 180 min visit

    Great Central Railway

    Loughborough

    Next up — Great Central Railway in Loughborough. Great Central Railway is Britain's only double-track mainline heritage railway. Worth the fresh air today.

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    Great Central Railway
  3. 3
    2 min · 0.4 mi from the last stop
    After 5h 40m≈ 75 min visit

    Loughborough Heritage Trail

    Loughborough

    Finish at Loughborough Heritage Trail in Loughborough. Download the Love Loughborough App to take part in the trail: Discover Loughborough’s Heritage through augmented reality. Worth the fresh air today.

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    Loughborough Heritage Trail

You have everything you need for a full and satisfying Friday, so just head out and enjoy it.

Times shown are estimates: dwell times are based on typical visits, drive times assume light rural traffic, and opening hours can change. "Free" attractions may still charge for parking — please check ahead. Always double-check with each venue before setting off — and leave a little wiggle room for lunch, the weather and a proper cup of tea.