East Midlands is a great region in the western part of England. It overwhelms visitors with beautiful houses and castles, charming markets and magnificent gardens. Besides those attractions the region also hosts some marvelous landscapes with rolling hills and picturesque rivers.
The region is worldwide known as the hometown of Robin Hood. Fans of this English hero can discover Nottingham Castle, the Major Oak, anywhere in the world connected to Robin Hood, and Edwinstowe Church where Robin Hood and Maid Marian were married.
More romance can be found in one of the many manors in East Midlands. Chatsworth House and Althorp, the residence and final resting place of Princess Diana are breathtaking and certainly worth a visit. Visitors who rather enjoy some action can buy a ticket for a race on Silverstone or even race themselves on this world famous track.