The Castle Hotel by Greene King Inns

Originally a 17th-century farmhouse, this hotel sits on the edge of the Leicestershire countryside in the historic village of Kirby Muxloe. Rooms retain period features and each includes a flat-screen TV.

The Castle Hotel by Good Night Inns offers 19 beautifully decorated en suite rooms, all with a Freeview TV, tea/coffee and ironing facilities, and a hairdryer.

The hotel includes a popular Chef and Brewer restaurant, with weekly specials created by the head chef. Food is accompanied by a carefully chosen but extensive wine list.

One of Kirby Castle’s ancient towers was demolished in the 18th century, with some of the bricks then used in the repair of the Castle farmhouse, adding to the hotel’s character and historical charm.

Guests at the Castle are just 5 minutes’ drive from junction 21A of the M1 motorway.