Get out into the beautiful Richard III countryside and enjoy walking and cycling around the country lanes taking in the views. What better than to take a picnic with locally produced food and drink. Here's a list of where to get your goodies from.
127 Upper Bond Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 1RT
Tel: 01455 459181
https://thebondstreetdistillery.co.uk/
Founded by Sally Faulkner in 2018 when she acquired the old Bond Street Glass premises, this distillery and gin school makes delights such as Raspberry Gin, Rhubarb & Custard Gin and classic London Dry. A bar is open at weekends.
Dadlington Lane, Stapleton, Leicester LE9 8JL
Phone: 07885 768703
E-mail: info@bradshawfarmshop.co.uk
https://bradshawfarmshop.co.uk/
Step into our shop and explore a treasure trove of convenience items that make your everyday shopping a delight. From fresh fruits and vegetables to local honey that’s a sweet sensation, we’ve got it all. Don’t forget to indulge your sweet tooth with our delectable cakes!
Culloden Farm, Twycross, CV9 3QF
Tel 01530 272 000
https://.www.dreamycow.co.uk
Dreamy Cow offers indulgent ice cream crafted from the milk of their British Friesian cows and locally-sourced ingredients. They use solar energy, reflecting a conscientious approach to food production. This fusion of local sourcing and sustainable practices results in a deliciously creamy ice cream.
Lindridge Farm, Lindridge Lane, Desford, LE9 9FD
Tel 07908 007935
https://www.leedhamfarmdairy.com
Leedham Farm Dairy near Desford offers fresh milk and cream from its herd, pasteurised gently to lock in goodness. Available at the Milk Cabin on Lindridge Lane, a vending machine open seven days a week, the farm also hosts local food producers on weekends. The Milk Cabin is also home to a DIY Milkshake Bar with over eight weekly-changing flavours, offering an interactive and delicious experience.
Spinneybank Farm, Higham Lane, Stoke Golding, CV13 6JH
Tel 01455 212445 https://www.facebook.com/SpinneybankFarmShop
This rustic family-run farm shop near Stoke Golding sells home-cured bacon, sausages, burgers, oven-ready chickens, baked goods and more. Spinneybank Farm Shop is part of a working farm, so it’s advisable to call to check opening times before setting off.
Romerden Farm, Upton Lane, Stoke Golding, CV13 6EU
Tel 01455 212 199
https://www.tomlinsonsfarmshop.co.uk
The Tomlinson family, with farming roots spanning generations, offers high-quality seasonal produce like Bronze turkeys, cockerels, chicken, beef, rare-breed pork and 21-day dry-aged Dexter beef. They also offer fresh local lamb and more.