Top Things to do in Castle Donington
Top Restaurants in Castle Donington
10 Things to do in Castle Donington That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Castle Donington, United Kingdom including The Chequered Flag, Honda Ron Haslam Race School, Strawberry House Interiors, Donnington Collection, Gaysey Maisey, Castle Donington Museum, Download Rock Festival, St Edward, King and Martyr, Tarpey Gallery, Arrow Cars.
Restaurants in Castle Donington
1. The Chequered Flag
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By 699phillipm
We recently visited this little micropub during a trip to Donnington Park. The selection of drinks are amazing and the staff are so friendly! We sat and had a really good chat with the owner who helped us with things in the local area. We had little tasters of the beer before deciding which was a lovely little touch. I would definitely recommend the mango or rhubarb cider (even though I'm not a cider drinker) it was amazing!
2. Honda Ron Haslam Race School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
The Honda Ron Haslam Race School is an excellent choice if you want to learn, improve or master your riding skills. They offer you the experience of riding on the Donington Park GP circuit, an introduction to the latest Honda high performance bikes, the opportunity to improve your skills and understand the finer points of riding. For over 23 years they have been providing expert tuition with experienced instructors at Donington Park. Their aim is to give you an enjoyable memorable time and that you leave having improved your riding skills and have a better knowledge of the bike and circuit. Together with Honda they have designed various courses to suit all needs from a complete novice introductory course, right through to more advanced levels, offering one to one bespoke tuition. Contact the school for more details.
Reviewed By richardhL6896NT
Went with a mate who had it on his bucket list, I was a bit apprehensive as was he, we shouldn’t have worried, as from the first point of contact with the RHRS team at the signing on desk, to the last debrief and certificate presentation nothing is too much trouble. The initial pre ride briefing is comprehensive, the clothing from head to toe provided is first class and the tutor (Luke) assigned to me and my mate was totally professional and looked after us perfectly. The bikes are nearly new CBR650R without mirrors/indicators. You’re given the same bike for all three 15/20 minute sessions which is numbered and that’s how they get photos of the session to you after it’s finished. You can buy your photos £30 for 30 photos downloaded to your phone and one large photo printed on A4. We were even on track at the same time as Ron, who past us on the Fireblade on the back wheel with a crazy person having a pillion ride. All in all a brilliant day, highly recommended - if for nothing else than the experience of riding on a world class circuit on someone else’s bike.
3. Strawberry House Interiors
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By Gemma012 - Derby, United Kingdom
I regularly visit strawberry house, they have a fantastic selection of cakes, coffee is great, breakfast menu is superb! My favourite is afternoon tea, which I love going to with my Nana! The girls who work there absolutely spoil her rotten and has become her favourite hang out. Its always fantastic to meet the girls on a friday afternoon and share a bottle of prosecco to start the weekend, with the added bonus of treating yourself in the fabulous shop, from handbags to sparkles for every occasion!
4. Donnington Collection
5. Gaysey Maisey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Gaysey Maisey is set in a beautiful village called Castle Donington. It's a fantastic stop off point on route to East Midlands Airport or Donington Park Race Track as we're only 2 miles away. Or just a lovely place to visit. You need to search for Borough Street as this is where the quaint shops are to be found. At Gaysey Maisey's We have a fantastic selection of gifts for all the family and friends, from candles from the wonderful company ‘On A Wick & A Prayer, fragrance lamps; scarves; hats & gloves; purses and fabulous bags from Red Cuckoo; jewellery - costume and sterling silver; JellyCat Toys; greeting cards of all types. Beautifully decorated Gin Glasses; Pop A Balls to pop in your beverages and shimmer dust to make your drinks sparkle and shimmer. Wonderful gifts for men including Thistle & Black Pepper after shave, body bars, beard oil - to name but a few. Now stocking a range from ‘Go With Nature’ , Crystals for all and Himalayan Salt Lamps. Aladdins cave - thats us :)
6. Castle Donington Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Castle Donington Museum Trust was founded in 1994 to provide and maintain a Local History Museum, reflecting the long and interesting history of this community overlooking the River Trent, which brought, in their turn, Saxons, Romans, Vikings and Normans to the heart of England. We are an accredited museum operated as a charitable trust run by a dedicated team of volunteers. Opening hours from Easter Sunday to the end of September; Saturdays 09:30 to 12:00 Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays 14:00 to 16:30 May Day 09:30 to 15:30 Parties by appointment, please telephone FREE ADMISSION - donations welcome
7. Download Rock Festival
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
The Download Festival is the UK's most popular rock festival held every June in Leicestershire, England. The festival hosts some of the biggest names in rock such as AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Metallica, Iron Maiden and Guns N'Roses to name but a few. It’s possible to buy weekend only, 3 day or 5 day camping tickets which include access to the camping area and all areas of the venue.
8. St Edward, King and Martyr
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By SixtyOne - Ashby de la Zouch, United Kingdom
Me and my daughter ate our picnic on the grass of the church. It's truly breath taking. It looks like it is very well taken care of as the grass was cut and there wasn't any rubbish around. But there isn't any bins.
9. Tarpey Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By 924kathyb - Ashby de la Zouch, United Kingdom
I`ve driven past this gallery many times but was encouraged to visit by an artist friend. What a delightful experience. We pulled into the small car park and were welcomed inside. We spent ages enjoying the fascinating selection of art work including paintings and sculpture over two floors in this compact but attractive setting. Luke left us to browse but he knew the right moment to offer coffee and a chat about the various artists. Because of this conversation i bought a wonderful print of his own work, which is a great reminder of a special day, when the weather and the sky over the beautiful sculpture garden were awesome, and i discovered a new favorite artist.
10. Arrow Cars
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 12 reviews
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