Cottingham is a lovely village towards the north of the English county of Northamptonshire in the Welland Valley, with a rich history dating back to the Roman times. There is a lot to do in this small settlement and it is perfect for renting self-catering accommodation so that you and your loved ones can enjoy this charming village at your own pace. There is a friendly village store so that you can stock up on food to cook in the kitchen of your cottage, and a delightful little café serving light lunches, cakes, drinks and snacks, along with an upstairs lounge with free Wi-Fi.
The Royal George is the village pub in Cottingham, and serves great food as well as beverages. Here, you can mingle with the locals in what could well be the oldest public house in the area, and you may just discover some hidden gems about this lovely part of Northamptonshire.
The impressive Rockingham Castle is only 2 miles or a five minute drive from Cottingham, and is definitely worth visiting if residing in the village. This incredible 11th century castle is open to the public for tours of its grounds and interior, where you will be guided through the incredible Great Hall, panel room, gallery and many more rooms, and see this magnificent and historical castle which Charles Dickens would regularly visit in the 1850s. The 18 acres of garden with its beautiful statues, flowers and hedges, is also wonderful to stroll through, and to round off your visit here, there is a delightful tea room and a gift shop.
Cottingham is perfect for renting a cottage for a quiet and relaxing break in a historical part of Northamptonshire.
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