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Set in the picturesque market town of Market Harborough, Welland Park really is a beautiful haven of nature, open space, and outdoor activities. This stunning park offers something for everyone—a perfect blend of lovely gardens, fitness facilities, and fun family activities to enjoy. Whether you’re a nature nut, a fitness enthusiast, or just looking forContinue reading "Explore Welland Park: A Hidden Gem Near The Barn – Your Modern Countryside Retreat"

At A Glance The best fishing near Market Harborough sits inside a 25 minute drive: free canal fishing on the Grand Union, day-ticket carp at Waterloo Farm and Rushton, and stocked trout at Pitsford Reservoir. The Grand Union Canal is free to fish with a valid rod licence and is under 10 minutes from Clipston.Continue reading "Best Fishing Spots Near Market Harborough (and Where to Stay: The Barn, Clipston)"

At A Glance The National Space Centre on Exploration Drive in Leicester is the UK’s largest space attraction, with six galleries, the Sir Patrick Moore Planetarium and a 42-metre Rocket Tower, about 40 minutes from The Barn at Clipston. Book online and an adult is £19.72, a child £17.93. On the door those rise toContinue reading "National Space Centre Family Day Out: Tickets, Opening Times and Where to Stay"

At A Glance Pitsford Reservoir is a 413-hectare Anglian Water lake five miles north of Northampton, circled by roughly seven miles of hard-surfaced track that suits walkers, cyclists, wheelchairs and pushchairs equally. The full circuit is about seven miles. West Northamptonshire Council quotes 7.5 miles (12 km), Anglian Water and the Wildlife Trust both sayContinue reading "Pitsford Reservoir Visitor Guide: Walks, Wildlife, Fishing and Parking"

Tucked away in the heart of Leicestershire, Market Harborough is a picturesque market town brimming with character, history, and charm. Its attractive streets, friendly community, and mix of heritage and countryside appeal make it a fantastic destination for a family cottage near Market Harborough getaway. Whether you’re planning a restful break or looking to discoverContinue reading "3 Best Hotels for Families Visiting Market Harborough in 2026"

At A Glance Clipston is a village of around 640 people in West Northamptonshire, four miles south-south-west of Market Harborough, recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 and standing on ground fought over at the Battle of Naseby in 1645. Domesday lists Clipston as Clipestone, split between four holders: the King, the Bishop of Coutances,Continue reading "The History of Clipston: Domesday, Naseby and a Village That Kept Its Shape"