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Although Kirby Hall's finest state rooms survive impressively complete, much of this vast mansion is now a dramatic roofless shell with plenty of intriguing details to explore. Begun in 1570, Kirby’s inner courtyard displays Classical-style features never previously seen in English mansions. Sir Christopher Hatton the Fourth added the great gardens (described as ‘the finest garden in England’) in the late 17th century. They have been recreated as they may have appeared in the 1690s.

A bit hidden within the courtyard of the boating lake. Large menu, very reasonably priced, friendly staff. Open daily 0800-1700.

Standing proud above the Welland Valley, Rockingham Castle is a grand, 1,000-year-old-fortress. Between the 11th and 14th centuries, it was a Royal castle, favoured thanks to the deer and boar hunting found in the nearby Rockingham Forest. It passed to the Watson family in the late 15th century, who it has remained with ever since. This makes it one of the most continuously occupied homes in England. Visits to the castle and its gardens are ticketed.

A lovely 102-acre (41 ha) country park, East Carlton is located near the town of Corby. It was once a deer park centred around a historic hall. The present iteration was built in 1870 in an Italianate style with French pavilion roofs. Today, the park contains beautiful woodland, small lakes, a dinosaur safari, a campsite, heritage centre and a cafe.

Tearooms & shop with views