Alvaston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Ian Calderwood (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Alvaston" by David Lally (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by David Lally (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Elvaston Castle which includes heritage architecture and a castle

Elvaston Castle

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
Kedleston Hall

Kedleston Hall

You can learn about the history of Derby with a stop at Kedleston Hall. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Kedleston Hall
Derby Cathedral which includes a city and heritage architecture

Derby Cathedral

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
Elvaston Castle which includes a park

Elvaston Castle Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Elvaston Castle Country Park, a lovely green space in Derby. Visit the spas and lively bars in this quaint area.

Elvaston Castle Country Park
Melbourne Hall featuring a garden

Melbourne Hall

Tour the well-appointed rooms of the manor house of a 900-year-old estate and go for a stroll around its ornamental garden.

Melbourne Hall
Quad which includes a square or plaza and modern architecture

Quad

Watch Hollywood blockbusters, browse rotating art exhibitions and create your own works of art at workshops inside a contemporary steel-and-glass building.

Quad

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

AU$21
per adult
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide

Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide

AU$29
per adult
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide
Man swirling the gin he has distilled at Nelsons Gin & Vodka School

Shared Gin, Vodka & Rum Making Experience at Nelson's Distillery

AU$325
per traveller
Shared Gin, Vodka & Rum Making Experience at Nelson's Distillery
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide

Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide

AU$261
per traveller
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

AU$29
per adult
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
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Our pick of the best Alvaston Hotel Deals

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park, The University of Nottingham, Nottingham, England
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,097 reviews)
"Fantastic addition to the university campus. Convenient location and friendly atmospher. Good value too."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

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The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel
Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel
4 out of 5
296 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, England
The price is AU$123 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$123
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (595 reviews)
"Unfortunately the air conditioning in our room was not working on an extremely hot night. We were offered to change rooms, but we had settled in by the time the maintenance man came to look at the air conditioning and made this offer. We gathered there was a problem in quite a few rooms. We were ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
4 out of 5
Waterfront Plaza, Station Street, Nottingham, England
The price is AU$120 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$120
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was clean, and the air conditioning was great. The shower had great temperature and water pressure. The breakfast buffet was also very good and had many options for food / beverages. The location was very close to the train station, and about a 15 ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
4 out of 5
Herald Way, Pegasus Business Park, East Midlands Airport, Derby, England
The price is AU$148 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$148
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Derby. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great hotel everytime!
"Great hotel, super convenient for us and Donington race circuit. Booked interconnecting rooms for our family and this worked perfectly for us. My son left his new teddy behind and the reception team located his toy and kindly sent it back to him!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa
Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
The Park, Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, England
The price is AU$121 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$121
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Nuneaton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.8/10 (1,007 reviews)
Enjoyable stay in nice surroundings
"Stay was excellent. Was a really hot day so the fan in the room was essential. Breakfast was really tasty and plenty of choice"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa
Park Plaza Nottingham
Park Plaza Nottingham
4 out of 5
41 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, England
The price is AU$137 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$137
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Made to feel special
"The receptionists at the hotel made us feel very welcome, even as we entered the premises. This was followed by being allocated a beautiful room and great breakfast and service from the staff. Quite frankly the service was faultless and i look forward to using the Park Plaza again."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Park Plaza Nottingham
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Other neighbourhoods around Alvaston

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Chellaston

While there might not be top attractions in Chellaston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Elvaston Castle and Elvaston Castle Country Park.

Chellaston
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Pride Park

5/5(1 area review)

Pride Park is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pride Park Stadium or Derby Arena.

Pride Park
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St Peters Quarter

While St Peters Quarter isn't home to many top sights, Derby Theatre and Derby Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

St Peters Quarter
Derby showing night scenes, a bridge and heritage architecture

Derby City Centre

If you're spending some time in Derby City Centre, Derby Cathedral and Derby Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Derby City Centre
Derby showing night scenes, a bridge and heritage architecture

Cathedral Quarter

While visiting Cathedral Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derby Cathedral and Derby Museum and Art Gallery.

Cathedral Quarter
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Darley Abbey

Darley Abbey might not have many top sights, but Derby Cathedral and Kedleston Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Darley Abbey

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