Title: Things to Do in Castle Donington in 2026 | Expedia.com [Castle Donington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Castle-Donington.dx4983)[Hotels in Castle Donington](https://expedia.com/Castle-Donington-Hotels.d4983.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Castle Donington](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Castle-Donington.d4983.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Castle Donington](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Castle-Donington.d4983.Car-Rental-Guide)[Castle Donington Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Castle-Donington.d4983.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Castle Donington ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Castle Donington Types of activities [Castle Donington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Castle-Donington.dx4983) ![ruins of donington castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4983/6f9f49cb-9dc7-493c-a507-f23d598c262b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ruins of donington castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4983/6f9f49cb-9dc7-493c-a507-f23d598c262b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A super little museum with approx 20 aircraft including a Vulcan, Varsity and an Argosy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4983/1e4c7176-1fa3-48ed-9088-58216d767960.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View towards Castle Donington The spire of St. Edwards Church towers over the village.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4983/2fdb6c3a-dbc0-45d0-8c81-19f12dbe1165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4983/2fdb6c3a-dbc0-45d0-8c81-19f12dbe1165.jpg) by [Mat Fascione](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/11776) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Parish church ruins at Hemington, Leicestershire. Out of use since the 16th century, it has become progressively more ruinous. It is still shown on the 1:50000 maps as a 'church with tower', but the latter collapsed in the 1980s. View from the north west; it is now on private land.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4983/7781de07-e87a-487a-8d39-07cad632e542.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Castle Donington Attractions Smaller cities have an atmosphere you won't find in their larger counterparts. Check out all the fun things to do in Castle Donington before you head off so you can squeeze the most out of your getaway. You'll soon see that bigger doesn't always mean better! If you're ready to explore Castle Donington, join a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=4983&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and have a friendly guide show you the most popular sights. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_4983) ## Recommended things to do in Castle Donington | Number of things to do | 17 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Robin Hood’s Nottingham: Interactive Game & Walking Tour](/things-to-do/maid-marian-and-robin-hood-self-guided-tour-in-nottingham.a46754756.activity-details): $11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Alton Towers Resort Tickets](/things-to-do/alton-towers-resort-tickets.a508612.activity-details)[Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)](/things-to-do/nottingham-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide.a47460627.activity-details)[Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide](/things-to-do/nottingham-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide.a49299601.activity-details)[Nottingham Self Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/nottingham-self-guided-walking-tour.a51666125.activity-details)[Robin Hood’s Nottingham: Interactive Game & Walking Tour](/things-to-do/maid-marian-and-robin-hood-self-guided-tour-in-nottingham.a46754756.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)](/things-to-do/nottingham-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide.a47460627.activity-details)[Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide](/things-to-do/nottingham-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide.a49299601.activity-details)[Nottingham Self Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/nottingham-self-guided-walking-tour.a51666125.activity-details)[Robin Hood’s Nottingham: Interactive Game & Walking Tour](/things-to-do/maid-marian-and-robin-hood-self-guided-tour-in-nottingham.a46754756.activity-details)[Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History](/things-to-do/explore-nottingham-the-legends-culture-and-history.a49908719.activity-details) | | With kids | [Alton Towers Resort Tickets](/things-to-do/alton-towers-resort-tickets.a508612.activity-details)[Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History](/things-to-do/explore-nottingham-the-legends-culture-and-history.a49908719.activity-details)[Explore Nottingham in 90 minutes with a Local - Private Tour](/things-to-do/explore-nottingham-in-90-minutes-with-a-local.a50032902.activity-details) | ## What to do in Castle Donington - With kids ### Things to Do in Castle Donington with Kids Castle Donington boasts loads of nearby fun things to do for you and the kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=4983&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the crew happy for days. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Castle Donington? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Castle Donington ![Classic 70s and 80s rally cars.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170909/359cd15e-fafa-413a-9b27-47fd6d68e248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Donington Park Racing Circuit 5/5(2 reviews) You can take time to visit Donington Park Racing Circuit during your travels to Castle Donington. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Donington-Park-Racing-Circuit-Derby.d6170909.Vacation-Attraction) ![Reading FC away at Derby ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7573/f5260d7d-58d4-4ea3-b55f-437ea646e7fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pride Park Stadium Catch an event at Pride Park Stadium during your trip to Derby. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Pride-Park-Stadium-Pride-Park.d6087755.Vacation-Attraction) ![Derby Cathedral showing heritage architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087757/f5caa400-6fd5-4995-9cf1-46690455b946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Derby-Cathedral-Derby-City-Centre.d6087757.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fields in spring ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532492745/30525730-f0a5-4d43-b182-88b84649b195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kedleston Hall 5/5(1 review) You can learn about the history of Derby with a stop at Kedleston Hall. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Kedleston-Hall-Derby.d553248621532492745.Vacation-Attraction) ![Elvaston Castle showing heritage architecture and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087845/fb134266-e1dd-4157-8974-a4fd62f38cc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Elvaston-Castle-Derby.d6087845.Vacation-Attraction) ![Melbourne Hall featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6234916/533d5dec-cb9f-4c48-a6ca-bf71f0925907.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Melbourne-Hall-Derby.d6234916.Vacation-Attraction) ![Spring at elvaston castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087845/f6dca922-16c9-4d50-9243-1af4341dbf5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elvaston Castle Country Park Explore the great outdoors at Elvaston Castle Country Park, a lovely green space in Elvaston. [](https://expedia.com/Elvaston-Castle-Country-Park-Derby.d625040760912179200.Vacation-Attraction) ![Quad which includes modern architecture and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533024620/3162d8a5-af48-41c3-8c3d-9dbe1951cd45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Quad 4/5(3 reviews) Watch Hollywood blockbusters, browse rotating art exhibitions and create your own works of art at workshops inside a contemporary steel-and-glass building. [](https://expedia.com/Quad-Derby-City-Centre.d553248621533024620.Vacation-Attraction) ![Taken at Foremark Reservoir, Derbyshire, UK. #Midlands #Derbyshire #ForemarkReservoir #Reservoir #Lake #Water #Woods #Woodlands #Outdoors #Nature ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555971415/bb9847c6-2df6-4038-8e13-33b9a599b234.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Foremark Reservoir Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Foremark Reservoir during your travels in Derby. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this trendy area. [](https://expedia.com/Foremark-Reservoir-Derby.d553248621555971415.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Castle Donington ![Derby Cathedral which includes a city, night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087757/66c4d994-f8bb-48bc-ac5a-40ab1a9217a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Derby ![Nottingham which includes markets, a river or creek and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7577/99a0085a-4e59-4f4c-864a-0d60bcf16cec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nottingham ![Shardlow Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046901/6c09399a-ff92-46e4-91ee-5fd141e8a17e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [John Slater](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/71339) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Shardlow ![The Green Diseworth](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010651/1d6e02ec-42e7-4b8b-b262-18fd57ae74bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Andy Jamieson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/31248) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Diseworth ![Melbourne featuring a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147557/2fd69acb-2a6f-4cca-943a-6d00ee6221cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Melbourne ![The Green Diseworth](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010651/1d6e02ec-42e7-4b8b-b262-18fd57ae74bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Andy Jamieson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/31248) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Long Whatton ![Middle England. View from Breedon On The Hill Priory, Leicestershire. Going to explore this place next Sunday as was a whistle stop today! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000438773/ab7bd14c-1fc4-493a-80a0-21507b374cb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Breedon on the Hill ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Castle Donington worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Castle Donington? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Castle Donington? ### Is three days enough to stay in Castle Donington? ### Is Castle Donington a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Castle Donington with kids? > - [Alton Towers Resort Tickets](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/alton-towers-resort-tickets.a508612.activity-details) > - [Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-nottingham-the-legends-culture-and-history.a49908719.activity-details) > - [Explore Nottingham in 90 minutes with a Local - Private Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-nottingham-in-90-minutes-with-a-local.a50032902.activity-details) ### What to do in Castle Donington for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Castle Donington? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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