Shardlow

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Shardlow Hall
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Trent and Mersey Canal approaching Shardlow, Derbyshire. Shardlow Lock is by the cottages on the bend beyond the blue boat. The canal terminates at Derwent Mouth one mile further on.
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Trent and Mersey Canal near Shardlow, Derbyshire The bridge is No 3A, replacing the old Bridge No 4 in 1997 as an access bridge for Field Farm.
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Aston Lock, Trent and Mersey Canal, Derbyshire The third of six wide locks raising the water level by from Derwent Mouth to Stenson. This one drops the water level by just over eight feet (2.46 metres). Although two narrowboats can enter the chambers side by side (almost fourteen feet together in width)other canal constrictions limit craft to a maximum of ten feet in beam.
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Trent and Mersey Canal near Shardlow, Derbyshire The canal was built between the years 1766 and 1777, initially engineered by James Brindley. Here it was completed by 1770 and follows the flat bottomed Trent Valley towards Shardlow, and Derwent Mouth where the canal ends.
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Days Inn by Wyndham Donington A50

Days Inn by Wyndham Donington A50

3 out of 5
A50 Westbound Shardlow Derby England
The price is RM153 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
RM153
RM184 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Derby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (678 reviews)
Clean room,

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Donington A50
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park Nottingham England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,404 reviews)
Air conditioning was fine

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

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Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

4 out of 5
Waterfront Plaza Nottingham England
The price is RM256 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
RM256
RM307 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,109 reviews)
It was a pleasant location for our stay. We enjoyed our room and the breakfast was very good.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

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Roomzzz Nottingham City

Roomzzz Nottingham City

4 out of 5
Stanley Place Nottingham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (920 reviews)
Pros- decent sized room, with plenty of amenities inside, good level of cleanliness. Bed was very firm, which I like, so I slept like a log. Centrally located but kind of out of the way, so not too much street noise. Croissant in the morning was a welcome addition included in the room rate. Cons- ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Roomzzz Nottingham City
Wychnor Park Country Club

Wychnor Park Country Club

4 out of 5
Wychnor Hall Burton on Trent England
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Burton on Trent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (461 reviews)
Just felt the lodges were very dated

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Wychnor Park Country Club
St Mary's Quarters

St Mary's Quarters

4 out of 5
26-28 High Pavement Nottingham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and Trent Bridge ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
I wish they had let me know when I booked that there is no reception and checking in is virtual. I only found out when I arrived at the hotel. We stood outside for well over 30 min trying to enter details on the app that kept erroring. I called, but it went to voicemail- still haven’t got a call ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

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Popular places to visit

Classic 70s and 80s rally cars.

Donington Park Racing Circuit

4.5/5(53 reviews)

You can take time to visit Donington Park Racing Circuit during your travels to Castle Donington. Visit the spas and lively bars in this quaint area.

Donington Park Racing Circuit
Reading FC away at Derby

Pride Park Stadium

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Catch an event at Pride Park Stadium during your trip to Derby. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Pride Park Stadium
Elvaston Castle featuring heritage architecture and a castle

Elvaston Castle

5/5(1 review)

Take a leisurely stroll around the grounds of a stately home to admire its formal gardens, enjoy a picnic on the lush lawns and spot varied wildlife.

Elvaston Castle
Fields in spring

Kedleston Hall

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Derby with a stop at Kedleston Hall. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Kedleston Hall
Spring at elvaston castle

Elvaston Castle Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Elvaston Castle Country Park, a lovely green space in Elvaston.

Elvaston Castle Country Park
Derby Cathedral which includes heritage architecture and a city

Derby Cathedral

5/5(4 reviews)

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves.

Derby Cathedral

Things to do

Detail of Watson Fothergill's Office, Nottingham as featured on the Guided Walk.

Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour

RM107
per adult
Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

RM79
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

RM53
per adult
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
A fun and different way to see Nottingham

Fun and Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Nottingham with Hidden Gems

RM79
per adult
Fun and Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Nottingham with Hidden Gems
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide

Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide

RM711
per traveller
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide
Nottingham Private Guided Walking Tour

Nottingham Private Guided Walking Tour

RM1,260
per traveller
Nottingham Private Guided Walking Tour
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