Sutton Cheney is a small picturesque village set deep within the heart of the Leicestershire Countryside home to just over five hundred people. Narrow lanes where the warm hue of red brick cottages are unveiled at every turn, and the two ancient Coaching Inns forge a link with the past. This pocket of Leicester is famed for it's royal visitor, King Richard III who came to the village church of St James for mass and reflection the very night before a bloody battle was fought at the Battle Of Bosworth, which took place on the 22nd August 1485. The battle was the last in the infamous Wars of The Roses, and saw the demise of Richard III, and the rise to power of Henry VIII and the start of the Tudor Dynasty. Time it right and an impressive re-enactment will be taking place where the clash of swords and Knights on Horseback conjure the poignant tale. Pleasing countryside waiting to be explored, and the Ashby-De-La-Zouch Canal where Narrow Boats glide on a gentle journey through changing scenery, landlubbers prefer the tow path where the possibility of catching a glimpse of the blue flash of the Kingfisher is always tempting, Sutton Cheyney's spell is left unbroken.
Attraction
Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre and Country Park
Inn
Pub and Bar
Places to Stay near Sutton Cheney
Royal Arms (0.18 miles)
Due to its rural location, The Royal Arms is an ideal spot to enjoy and experience real ales, a unique atmosphere, friendly attentive staff, fine foods and an altogether renowned establishment. Far from the madding ... More | visit website
Ambion Court Hotel (1.74 miles)
Ambion Court Hotel is a charming country hotel converted from an early 19th century farmhouse. Ambion Court overlooks the picturesque village green in Dadlington, a small and tranquil village nestling in the very heart of ... More | visit website
Bosworth Hall Hotel (1.82 miles)
A magnificent grade II mansion set in 11 acres of landscaped grounds. All 192 luxury en-suite bedrooms are decorated traditionally and include TV, telephone, trouser press, tea and coffee making facilities. The period style Crompton’s ... More | visit website
Kirkby House (2.36 miles)
Kirkby House offers traditional 18th century charm with modern standards and is located on the Leicestershire - Warwickshire border near to Hinckley and within walking distance to Kirkby Mallory Race Circuits. Taking a short drive ... More | visit website
Sunshine Cottage (2.73 miles)
Sunshine Cottage, built in 1787 and originally part of 'The Sun Inn' is situated in the conservation area (opposite an Inn and Restaurant) of Newbold Verdon on the Leicestershire/Warwickshire border. Very close to Mallory Park ... More | visit website
Comfort Inn (3.30 miles)
Situated on the A47, in the centre of Earl Shilton between Leicester and Hinckley, this hotel has convenient links to the M69, M1 and M6 motorways. All rooms are comfortable and newly refurbished with all the ... More | visit website
Elm Lea Hotel (3.63 miles)
The Elm Lea Hotel is a family run hotel offering quality with friendly service.We offer a wide selection of home cooked meals in our restaurant to suit all tastes.The hotel is within walking distance from ... More | visit website
Elsted House (3.73 miles)
Elsted House is a fully refurbished Edwardian house offering quality accommodation and breakfast. Situated on the northern edge of Hinckley town centre we are within easy walking distance of the town centre shops and restaurants. ... More | visit website
Millers Hotel (3.76 miles)
Badgers Mount (4.11 miles)
For your comfort all of our 12 en-suite rooms are spacious with television and tea/coffee making facilities.
The dining room seats 20 people ... More | visit website
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