Bottesford

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Muston Meadows is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and National Nature Reserve south of Muston in Leicestershire.
Muston Meadows is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and National Nature Reserve south of Muston in Leicestershire.
Grade I listed. Has a 212 feet high spire, the tallest in Leicestershire. The chancel was once the nave of an earlier church dating back to the 12th century. John Mareschall who in 1282 owned the manor of Bottesford and left money in 1295 for the church at Bottesford. In 1330 William de Roos founded a chantry to St Mary and St John the Evangelist. The Rector John de Codyngtoun and John Bauland obtained a license on 12 January 1359 for the maintenance of a priest to perform a daily divine service at the altar of St Peter for the welfare of the founders, Walter Payn, parents and friends. A chantry of St Peter was founded in the north transept on 5 December 1368. Edward III granted a license on 26 June 1373 to Henry de Codyngtoun to settle a house and land on a chantry priest of St Mary and St John the Evangelist. The tower is dated from around 1420. In 1538 with the dissolution of Croxton Abbey and Beolvoir Priory, Thomas Manners the 1st Earl of Rutland brought in 5 family memorials. Pic by Jenny.
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Grade I listed. The chancel was once the nave of an earlier church dating back to the 12th century. John Mareschall who in 1282 owned the manor of Bottesford and left money in 1295 for the church at Bottesford. In 1330 William de Roos founded a chantry to St Mary and St John the Evangelist. The Rector John de Codyngtoun and John Bauland obtained a license on 12 January 1359 for the maintenance of a priest to perform a daily divine service at the altar of St Peter for the welfare of the founders, Walter Payn, parents and friends. A chantry of St Peter was founded in the north transept on 5 December 1368. Edward III granted a license on 26 June 1373 to Henry de Codyngtoun to settle a house and land on a chantry priest of St Mary and St John the Evangelist. The tower is dated from around 1420. In 1538 with the dissolution of Croxton Abbey and Beolvoir Priory, Thomas Manners the 1st Earl of Rutland brought in 5 family memorials. Pic by Jenny.
Photo by Jules & Jenny (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.

A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.

Muston
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muston Meadows National ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
Our family of six had a wonderful stay in this delightful cottage! The cottage is so well equipped and lacks nothing. Lynn, our host, was very attentive and detailed. We can definitely recommend a stay here.

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A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park Nottingham England
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,352 reviews)
Very nice comfortable hotel - ideal for the tennis centre

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DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

4 out of 5
Nuthall Road Nottingham England
The price is ￥12,698 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Pleasant stay. Nice room, well kept. Ample parking.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

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A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.

A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.

Muston
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muston Meadows National ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
Our family of six had a wonderful stay in this delightful cottage! The cottage is so well equipped and lacks nothing. Lynn, our host, was very attentive and detailed. We can definitely recommend a stay here.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.
Bonnie's Shepherd's Lodge Retreat & Wellness

Bonnie's Shepherd's Lodge Retreat & Wellness

Nottingham
Stay at this cabin in Nottingham. Enjoy a hot tub. Popular attractions Bottesford Library and Muston Meadows National Nature Reserve are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Very cosy hut and nice surroundings. Only stayed one night but it was a lovely little get a way

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Bonnie's Shepherd's Lodge Retreat & Wellness
Quaint cottage with all modern conveniences in quiet village location

Quaint cottage with all modern conveniences in quiet village location

Bottesford England
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bottesford Library and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Fabulous location for exploring
Comfy beds, clean throughout and for a small space contained everything needed. WiFi good. Beware the Satnav as there is a way to access the property that does not require driving through a small stream

Reviewed on May 9, 2025

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