Known as the historic capital of Mercia the historic village of Repton dates back to Anglo Saxon Times and is to be found in the Trent Valley between Derby and Burton on Trent. For those who appreciate architecture and those who want to have a glimpse through history then Repton is certainly a place that should be on your “must see” list. One of the most important and unique pieces of Saxon architecture still exists today in St Wystans Church, the crypt where many Saxon Kings were buried. Whilst the crypt dates back to around 750 AD and contains the tombs of King Ethelbald and King Wiglaf the original church was lain to ruin and rebuilt as seen today some 200 years later complete with its magnificent spire. In such a short space we can only provide a brief insight into this historic town, there is its world famous school, Repton School, first founded in 1557 and whose more recent past pupils include Roald Dahl - the children’s author, Graeme Garden, Adrian Newey – Formula 1 race engineer and journalist Jeremy Clarkson to name but a few. The area of the Church and the Cross are obvious landmarks however they are not lost within the 40 or so other buildings that form part of this Conservation Area all with historic or architectural merit making this a village worth visiting.
Inn
Pub and Bar
Bulls Head
Mount Pleasant Inn
New Inn
Red Lion
The Unicorn Inn
Restaurant
Bulls Head
Dragon Court
Repton Tandoori
School
Repton School
St Wystan’s School
Shops
Places to Stay near Repton
The Boot Inn (0.17 miles)
Unicorn Inn (1.30 miles)
gastro pub, a la carte restaurant, country pub with 8 hotel rooms, set in a rural village, 3 miles from the centre of burton on trent, 11 miles from derby ... More
Ramada Burton Upon Trent, Newton Park (1.75 miles)
Set in 8 acres of beautiful gardens, yet only 2 miles from the A50 link road between the M1 and M6, this traditional country house hotel boasts superb views over the Peak District. Under 2 miles ... More | visit website
Dovecliff Hall Hotel (2.78 miles)
Grade 2 listed Georgian House built in 1790 7 acres of gardens with views of the river Dove and weir.The magnificent air-conditioned restaurant and Orangery serves only the freshest produce and has won many awards from ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Burton on Trent East (3.24 miles)
Blenheim House Hotel (3.25 miles)
The Staff of Life (3.61 miles)
We have 7 en suite B & B rooms in our 4 Star English ... More | visit website
Littleover Lodge (3.61 miles)
Crewe & Harpur Derby (3.70 miles)
The Crewe & Harpur is a converted 17th Century coach house, delightfully situated between the medieval villages of Swarkestone and Melbourne. The adjoining stable block has been converted to provide hotel accommodation in the form ... More | visit website
Three Queens Hotel (3.75 miles)
The warmest of welcomes starts when you walk through our doors and are greeted by our friendly staff. After deciding on the time of your morning call, whether you would like morning tea, coffee or ... More | visit website
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