Field Farm

Field Farm is ideally located to explore the abundance of rich natural and cultural heritage of the surrounding area. Families with young children will also be delighted to take advantage of the many nearby attractions. 

There is plenty to discover close by, with a choice of beautiful walks in the Nottinghamshire countryside just a stone’s throw from the development. Explore the winding Nutbrook Canal and Trail, gaze in awe at the Bennerley Viaduct and visit Pioneers Meadow for a peaceful wander amongst nature. An abundance of local restaurants and cafes can be found in the village of Stapleford, with lots more just a short drive away in the cities of Nottingham and Derby. Residents can take advantage of the delectable Mediterranean menu at Vivo – a real local gem in the heart of the town. 

For history and science buffs, Green’s Windmill and Science Centre is a working restored 19th century flour mill that offers visitors the opportunity to purchase award-winning flour and experiment with light, electricity and magnetism. If relaxation and tranquillity is what you’re looking for, the mill’s community garden provides an educational resource. 

Only a short drive away, Nottingham Castle offers no shortage of activities to partake in such as Robin Hood’s Adventures, where you can try your hand at firing a virtual longbow. It brings Nottingham’s heroic tales to life with interactive galleries and castle tours. Attenborough Nature Reserve is also a must-visit as it’s cited as one of the best places in the UK to witness rare wildlife including the elusive kingfisher.

By Road 

• 3 minutes (0.8 miles) to A52 

• 3 minutes (0.8 miles) to A52 

• 9 minutes (4 miles) to M1 

• 12 minutes (4.7 miles) to A610 

• 19 minutes (5.1 miles) to Nottingham 

• 21 minutes (11.3 miles) to Derby 

• 23 minutes (6.4 miles) to A60

• 25 minutes (10.2 miles) to A38 

• 46 minutes (27.4 miles) to Leicester 

• 12 minutes to Nottingham 

•  44 minutes to Loughborough 

• 46 minutes to Derby 

• 53 minutes to Leicester 

•  1 hr 39 minutes to Birmingham 

• East Midlands Airport is just over a 20 minute drive. 

• Birmingham International Airport is just over an hour’s drive. 

Residents have the choice of enjoying the latest blockbuster at a multi-screen cinema in Beeston or to challenge friends and family to a game at the lively bowling alley in Ilkeston. Within a short distance of Field Farm, golfers of varying skill have their pick of stunning courses, and green-thumbed residents can stretch their legs amongst a variety of splendid native and exotic plants and flowers at Trowell Garden Centre. 

Close by, Chilwell Olympia is a state-of-the-art leisure facility, complete with gyms and many fitness classes. For hockey lovers, nearby is the biggest club in England-Nottingham Hockey Centre. The National Ice Centre is not only home to one of the most successful ice hockey teams in the country, but is also great for leisure skating. Often packed with entertainment is Trent Bridge, home of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, where you can also enjoy some summer cricket. The National Justice Museum is the gateway for exploring the underground wonders of the City of Caves, and there is something for everyone at Nottingham Contemporary, a unique venue that hosts art exhibitions, events, music, and arts-based activities. Only a short drive away, Nottingham Castle offers no shortage of activities to partake in, such as Robin Hood’s Adventures, where you can try your hand at firing a virtual longbow. It brings Nottingham’s heroic tales to life with interactive galleries and castle tours.

For families who require access to schools or colleges, a variety of local schools and higher education options are close by, providing quality learning experiences for students of different ages. These include Wadsworth Fields Primary & Nursery School, Albany Infant & Nursery School, Albany Junior School, and St John’s C of E Primary School, which are all less than a mile from home. For older children, the nearby George Spender Academy, Fernwood School, and Chilwell School are all less than three miles away. For those looking for higher education, Nottingham College Stapleford and Bramcote College are less than two miles away from Field Farm. 

*Please note all times are approximate. **Information correct at time of print. Please see schools’ individual websites for the latest Ofsted reports. The above is for information purposes only and not a full representation of available schools in the local area. Please carry out independent research before making enquiries.