# Upper Rectory Farm Cottages, Appleby Magna, Leicestershire Venue for corporate events and meetings near Ashby-de-la-Zouch for up to 22 delegates with team building activities nearby ## At a Glance - Sleeps 2 - 22 - 11 bedrooms - Dining for 30 - Venue capacity 22 ## Images - Total images stored: 10 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 6_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - Refectory room ideal for a board meeting; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - Refectory room ideal for a board meeting) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 16_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - spacious lounges in cottages for breakway points; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - spacious lounges in cottages for breakway points) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 1_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - fantastic corn field views to inspire creative thinking; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - fantastic corn field views to inspire creative thinking) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 7_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - outside space for teambuilding; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - outside space for teambuilding) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 3_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - Refectory dining for 22; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - Refectory dining for 22) - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 13_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - Refectory catering kitchen for groups; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - Refectory catering kitchen for groups) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 12_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - catered options available for corporate groups; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - catered options available for corporate groups) - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 17_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - double with en suite access; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - double with en suite access) - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 9_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - twin room; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - twin room) - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Upper Rectory Farm Cottages 4_0.jpeg (caption: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - lovely outside areas to meet if the weather holds; alt: Upper Rectory Farm Cottages - lovely outside areas to meet if the weather holds) ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property Upper Rectory Farm Cottages is a popular choice for corporate groups, for team meetings or for more formal events. Able to accommodate 22 for business events, there are 18 separate bedrooms, or 22 can be accommodated with a few sharing if required. With excellent transport links and a central location, this is an easy option for delegates travelling from different areas of the UK. Birmingham and the NEC are both within easy reach too. The venue offers fantastic facilities, very homely accommodation and lots of possibilities for team building activities. With a proven track record, Upper Rectory Farm Cottages knows what works for groups getting together away from the workplace. The communal Refectory is a great space for conferences and board meetings. It’s also perfect for everyone to dine together with meals prepared in the large fully equipped kitchen. Catering options are also available. The cottages in The Farm Collection provide lots of breakaway areas for smaller groups including lounges, kitchens and pretty patios on a nice day. For teambuilding there are many activities on offer nearby, including bushcraft, pistol and clay pigeon shooting, archery – a good opportunity to encourage good working relationships and friendly competition. A holistic therapist is also on hand for relaxing spa treatments guaranteed to relieve stress and increase morale amongst executives. It is also worth asking about Canape and Cocktail, Gin or Whiskey Tasting Evenings for pre-dinner entertainment. And in downtime, your team can take a brisk walk along the Ashby Canal close by, with the possibility of stopping off for a pint at one of the pubs in the village. Historic attractions not far away include Shackerstone Steam Railway, Calke Abbey, Bosworth Battlefield Centre. ## Additional Features - IT Facilities - Flipcharts - Outdoor Areas ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** Dogs are not allowed. - **Accessibility:** There is a disabled shower room, accessible from all cottages. Roll-in shower, low-level toilet with grab rail, low level wash basin. - **Hot Tub:** A hot tub can be ordered at an additional cost. - **WiFi:** WiFi is available throughout. - **Kitchen:** Each kitchen includes solid oak units, electric cooker and a dishwasher. Laundry room on site. Large separate Refectory farmhouse kitchen. - **Dining Room:** Refectory dining room for 30 guests. Each cottage has inside dining for the number of guests. Al fresco dining for barbecues. - **Sitting Room:** Comfy lounges in each cottage with sofas and a TV. The Farm Collection has 3 sitting rooms, including the large Hayloft lounge. - **TV and Music Facilities:** Smart TV in each cottage lounge. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Centrally heated throughout. - **Bedrooms:** Combination of doubles and twins, all en suite. The Hayloft has 2 family suites with main ensuite bedroom sleeping 2 plus loft with 2 single beds. - **Linen:** Bed linen and bathroom towels are provided. - **Bathrooms:** Each bedroom has an en suite bath or shower facility. There is one disabled shower room. - **Children's Facilities:** Cot and high chair can be arranged. - **Outdoor:** Lawned area. Each cottage has patio seating with pretty views. - **Parking:** Plenty of off road secure parking. - **Smoking:** No smoking please. ## Rental Rates Please contact the owner for pricing. ## Booking Information - A 10% deposit is required to secure the booking and the balance due 4 weeks before. Check in from 3pm, check out by 10am. No pets please. - - Book direct using the link, or please contact us to book The Farm Collection. - Book now link: https://secure.supercontrol.co.uk/availability/availability_weekly.asp?ownerID=22429&siteID=45666&affiliate=www.groupaccommodation.com ## Availability Please contact the owner for available dates. ## Booking - Booking link: https://secure.supercontrol.co.uk/availability/availability_weekly.asp?ownerID=22429&siteID=45666&affiliate=www.groupaccommodation.com - This property books via the owner's website. ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [East Midlands](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/east-midlands) > [Leicestershire](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/leicestershire) > [Ashby-De-La-Zouch](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/ashby-de-la-zouch) ### Address Address: Snarestone Road, Appleby Magna, Swadlincote, Leicestershire, DE12 7AJ, GB Latitude: 52.6824161 Longitude: -1.5168389 ### About The Area Located just outside Appleby Magna on the edge of the National Forest. 40 minutes from Leicester and 35 minutes from Birmingham. Close to East Midlands popular attractions. A444 road access. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Ashby-de-la-Zouch 7 minutes. - **Shop:** Measham has a Central Co-op Food and Tesco Express Stores. Ashby-de-la-Zouch has Tesco, M&S Food Hall, Co-op and Aldi. - **Food and Drink:** Appleby Magna has The Crown Inn and The Black Horse. The Globe in Snarestone, Horse and Jockey in Congerstone, Turpins in Twycross and Black Horse in Market Bosworth come recommended. - **Airport:** Birmingham Airport 40 minutes, East Midlands 20 minutes. - **Train:** Tamworth railway Station 15 minutes, Atherstone Railway Station 20 minutes.