Lying around 8 miles south east of Derby is the pretty country village of Shardlow which is to be found just off the A50 – far enough away not to be bothered by such a busy road and yet close enough to make it convenient. The village, there was a settlement here during the time of the Domesday Book, grew because of its proximity to the River Trent and was at the time a busy port. The canal, The Trent Mersey canal, was at one time a major connection for most of the canal systems throughout the Midlands making this a tremendously busy place, only to be replaced by a speedier form of transport in the 18th century – the railways. The changes wrought upon this small town changed its character and the 1960’s saw major new housing developments in the area however some of the old canalside buildings were retained whilst the canal and river that was once the fortune of the village have been restored and are now again attracting visitors to this somewhat picturesque location. The village of Shardlow has some wonderful architectural features, there is the old salt warehouse, the oldest warehouse in the village which is today home to the Shardlow Heritage Centre, the Dog and Duck Inn – a cruck frame building whose timbers date back to the 15th century. For many people though the fact that it is nestling in the countryside and yet convenient for commuters means that this village will always have an enduring appeal.
Budget
Days Inn Hotel Donington *book online*
Camping
Pub and Bar
Clock Warehouse
Malt Shovel Inn
Old Crown
Old Crown Inn
Old Marina Bar & Restaurant
Shakespeare Inn
Activities
Cavendish Bridge Equestrian Centre(Riding)
Places to Stay near Shardlow
Days Inn Donington A50 (0.64 miles)
The Tudor Hotel (2.04 miles)
The Tudor Hotel is a friendly family run business. Mick and Carole are the proud owners of the Tudor Hotel and Restaurant, and justifably so, with Mick's 30 years experience in the Restaurant trade, Carole's ... More | visit websiteMorton Guest House (2.04 miles)
Dbs Apartments (2.15 miles)
Fully equipped for all ... More | visit website
Church View Hotel (2.20 miles)
Welcome to The Church View Hotel a privately family run hotel situated in the historic village of Castle Donington. We provide a very high standard of accommodation and service in ... More
Donington Manor Hotel (2.26 miles)
Ideal for events at Donington Park and East Midlands Airport Park & Fly, this boutique hotel is in the village of Castle Donington, less than 2 miles (3.2 km) from the ... More
Priest House Hotel (2.40 miles)
At the hotel you have a choice of dining. ... More | visit website
Donington Park Farmhouse Hotel (3.42 miles)
This charming 17th Century Farmhouse stands in 20 acres of land and offers spacious country style bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities and Broadband Internet throughout.
Eight bedrooms are located in the main hotel building. Four ... More | visit website
Thistle East Midlands Airport (3.46 miles)
Situated at the entrance to East Midlands Airport, this AA 4-star hotel offers a peaceful atmosphere in comfortable and warm surroundings. The hotel is within one mile of the M1 (J23A) and ... More
Risley Hall Hotel & Spa (3.52 miles)
Risley Hall Hotel is a Saxon country house its prosperity grew with the lace industry in the last century. Risley Hall Hotel itself has a history that goes back to ... More
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