Shepshed
Things to do in Shepshed, Leicestershire
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Shepshed is a place to eat rather than to stay. The town's food scene is its main draw, with eighteen restaurants and cafés scattered throughout. Chocalatte stands out with a rating of 4.7 from around 308 reviews, while Leo's Cafe and Meet and Eat both score 4.6. Noah's Ark Softplay, rated 4.4 from 275 reviews, combines dining with play facilities. For something quick and familiar, McDonald's is there at 3.6 from 186 reviews, and Junction 23 offers another option at 3.7 from 575 reviews.
If you're looking for somewhere to base yourself, you'll need to consider accommodation elsewhere. What Shepshed does have is Noah's Ark, which appears to serve the town as a local attraction and eating spot. The concentration of restaurants suggests this is a town people visit to eat, often passing through or coming from nearby areas to try what's on offer locally.
Where to stay in Shepshed
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The Barn Courtyard
196 Ashby Road West, Loughborough
The Link Hotel Loughborough
New Ashby Road, Loughborough
Jaylets Budget Hathern
Loughborough Road, Loughborough
Burleigh Court Hotel and Leisure
Loughborough University, Loughborough
The Royal Oak Inn
The Green, Loughborough
The Falcon Inn
64 Main Street, Long Whatton
Travelodge Loughborough Central
Bridge Street, Loughborough
Premier Inn Loughborough
Southfield Road, Loughborough
Things to Do in Shepshed(1)
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Attractions Near Shepshed
All attractions in Shepshed →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Shepshed.
3 mi
Whatton House
Loughborough · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
The Clayrooms Loughborough
Loughborough · ⭐ 5.0
4 mi
ODEON Loughborough
Loughborough · ⭐ 4.2
4 mi
Laser Quest Loughborough
Loughborough · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Break Escape - Escape Rooms in Loughborough
Loughborough · ⭐ 5.0
4 mi
Great Central Railway
Loughborough · ⭐ 4.7
5 mi
Charnwood Forest Leicestershire
Loughborough · ⭐ 4.1
5 mi
Charnwood Museum
Loughborough · ⭐ 4.1
Camping in Shepshed
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Self-Catering Cottages in Shepshed
All cottages in Shepshed →Pleasant Place
2 bed · sleeps 4
Woodside Retreat
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £387
Kings Moor Retreat
3 cottages
Park View
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £961
Olive Lodge
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £781
Baytree Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £437
Fern Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £397
Broadstone Barns
3 cottages · from £864
Common questions about Shepshed
What is there to do in Shepshed?
We list 1 attractions and things to do in and around Shepshed.
Where can I eat in Shepshed?
We list 18 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Shepshed.
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