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DONINGTON PARK
Where to stay
At several major events, fans can make a full weekend of it by staying in the circuit itself on the popular infield campsite, or in the outfield campsite. The Donington Park Farmhouse, located just outside the main paddock entrance, is another ideal location, while there are also many hotels and B & Bs in the Melbourne and Castle Donington villages.
Great things to do nearby
There are several interesting properties to view nearby, including Elvaston Castle Country Park to the north and the National Trust’ s Calke Abbe to the south, while Staunton Harold Reservoir is a pleasant place to stretch the legs with a variety of walks and wildlife-spotting opportunities. For those who are looking for a bit more adrenaline, the Tamworth Snowdome, which was the UK’ s first full-sized indoor ski slope, is 30 minutes away.
Best pub
Castle Donington has its fair share of pubs, including the Nags Head on the way into the village and the Castle Inn right in the centre. The Coopers Arms, meanwhile, is a little further away, around 15 minutes from the track, but is a popular historic pub located beside an attractive lake.
How to get there
Donington Park is easily accessed from both the M1 and A42. Spectators attending via the M1 can access the venue from junction 23A and junction 14 of the A42. The circuit also has a dedicated bus stop outside the East Entrance for services operated by Skylink from Nottingham, Leicester, Derby and Loughborough. East Midlands Parkway Railway station is a 15-minute taxi ride away, while domestic and international flights are available via the neighbouring East Midlands Airport.
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