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Ashby-de-la-Zouch is an ancient market town in Leicestershire. It is an excellent base for visitors to the county, with markets, a castle, a lido, and many timber-framed buildings. Wander from your holiday cottage in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, and you will find a thriving centre full of independent businesses. Look out for local landmarks such as medieval St Helen’s parish church, the listed 19th-century water tower, and Loudon Monument. Follow the Bath Grounds Heritage Trail to discover its history as a spa town when visitors flocked to the Ivanhoe Baths. You will find many of the town’s best shops and eateries on Market Street and several historic pubs, including the Bull’s Head, the White Hart, and the Lamb Inn, where local ales and live music can be enjoyed. Self-catering holidays in Ashby-de-la-Zouch would be incomplete without a trip to the town’s ruined castle, which English Heritage manages. Climb to the top of the half-ruined tower for breathtaking views across the town and surrounding countryside. A scenic drive northward will take you to the Peak District National Park, while the city of Leicester is a short drive to the south.