The Long Road

Lutterworth is centrally located in the Midlands, making it easy to reach by car. The town lies close to several major roads including the M1 (Junction 20), the M6 (Junction 1) and the A14. These motorways connect to Birmingham, Leicester, London and other major cities. If you’re driving, set your sat-nav to LE17 6DH (Stanford Hall, near Lutterworth) and follow the brown tourist signs. Ample parking is typically available near Stanford Hall, but on busy summer weekends it’s wise to allow extra travel time for traffic.

By train, the nearest stations are Rugby, Market Harborough and Leicester, all within about half an hour’s drive of Lutterworth. Rugby station is on the West Coast Main Line with frequent services from London Euston (around 1 hour) and Birmingham. Market Harborough and Leicester have trains from London St Pancras and the Midlands. From any of these stations you can hire a car, catch a taxi, or take a local bus part of the way to reach Lutterworth. It is best to book tickets and transfers in advance for a smooth journey.

For air travelers, Birmingham Airport (BHX) is roughly 30 minutes away by car, and East Midlands Airport (EMA) is about 40 minutes by road. Both airports offer car rental and shuttle options. London’s airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted) can be reached by train to Birmingham or Leicester, or by coach and are typically 1½ to 2 hours away, depending on connections. If coming from overseas, flying into Birmingham or East Midlands may be the easiest, followed by a short drive or train ride into the Midlands.

Within the local area, buses run to and from Lutterworth and nearby cities such as Leicester and Coventry, though services are less frequent on weekends and evenings. Taxis and rideshare options (where available) offer a reliable way to cover the "last mile." The roads to Stanford Hall are signposted once you reach Lutterworth’s outskirts. Entering the postcode LE17 6DH (Stanford Hall) into your navigation will guide you directly to the site. Always allow extra time for rural roads, especially during festival weekends.

Lutterworth and the surrounding area have a good range of accommodation. In Lutterworth itself you'll find familiar hotel chains (Premier Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Travelodge) and charming local B&Bs. Right next to Stanford Hall is the Stanford Hall Caravan Park, which offers camping fields, static caravans and glamping pods for a countryside stay. Nearby towns such as Coventry, Leicester, Rugby and Market Harborough also have hotels and guest houses if you prefer a bigger town. Summer weekends are popular, so it’s wise to book early if you plan to stay in or near Lutterworth.