Belton House National Trust , Grantham, Lincolnshire NG32 2LS 6 miles from Honeysuckle Cottage Built in 1685–89 for 'Young' Sir John Brownlow, Belton is undoubtedly one of the finest examples of Restoration country house architecture. The stunning interiors contain exceptionally fine plasterwork and wood-carving, as well as important collections of paintings, furniture, tapestries and silver. The grounds include 14 hectares (36 acres) of gardens, the Lakeside Walk, a magnificent landscape park and the largest children's adventure playground in the National Trust. tel: 01476 566116 www: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Belvoir Castle Vale of Belvoir, Leicestershire NG32 1PD 13 miles from Honeysuckle Cottage Belvoir Castle was built by William the Conqueror’s standard bearer in the 11th century and has been the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland for nearly a thousand years. The Castle enjoys breathtaking views across the vale of Belvoir and houses an impressive collection of paintings by worldrenowned artists such as Gainsborough, Reynolds, Holbein and Poussin. Extensive grounds include the Spring Gardens, dating from the 1800s, recently restored by the present Duchess of Rutland. tel: 01476 871 002 www: www.belvoircastle.com

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