The Crown at Belvoir & The Accidental Duchess Exclusive

You are cordially invited to Leicestershire’s Belvoir Castle for an exclusive springtime visit. Pronounced ‘Beaver’, fans of The Crown will no doubt recognise this magnificent gem, with its fairytale towers and turrets standing in for Windsor Castle during series 1-3, as well as the State Dining Room, Elizabeth Saloon and more providing a lavish backdrop to many of the iconic interior scenes charting the highs and lows of the Royal Family.

Belvoir is no stranger to the film cameras as it has also appeared in a range of blockbuster hits such as The Golden Bowl, The Da Vinci Code, The Young Victoria, A Royal Night Out, Victoria and Abdul and The Great TV series, so not only do we tread the path of Hollywood stars but also past monarchs, with James I, Charles I, Queen Victoria and Elizabeth II all leaving their footprints on the estate.

We are even welcomed by the Duchess of Rutland herself, also known as the ‘Accidental Duchess’, a daughter of a Welsh farmer who fell in love with David Manners, having no idea that he was heir to one of the country’s most senior hereditary titles!

Complete with time in the stunning Capability Brown landscaped gardens and either a FREE copy of the Duchess’s book or a bottle of Belvoir wine, this fascinating behind-the-scenes peek is not to be missed.

Selected hotel (JG3 or JG4 rating) Hotel

We’ll stay at a well-appointed hotel (JG3 or JG4 rating). The comfortable rooms are en suite and other facilities include a bar and restaurant. Meals may be buffet style.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Hotel Ratings

JG3 rating

Hotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.

JG4 rating

Accommodation in our JG4 category is of an even higher standard, typically offering a wide range of facilities and services. Bedrooms are designed to make your stay the most comfortable possible and the staff provide a service that reflects the detail and quality. You can also expect higher standards of food and beverages.