Major General Sir Robert Jones

The gallery dedicated to Major General Sir Robert Jones sits quietly in Leicestershire, a space that rewards those willing to dig into local military history. The collection tells the story of a significant military figure, though this isn't the sort of polished, blockbuster museum experience you'd find in a city centre - it's more intimate than that.

What you'll find here depends largely on the specifics of the collection, but expect personal effects, uniforms, correspondence, and perhaps tactical maps or photographs that bring a particular era of British military service into focus. It's the kind of place where history enthusiasts and anyone with a genuine interest in 20th century military affairs will spend a good hour or more. Families with younger children might find it a bit dry unless they're already keen on the period.

Loughborough, just down the road, gives you decent options for a half-day outing combined with other attractions in the area. If you're basing yourself at one of the nearby parks - the Midshires Way Campsite is closest at under two miles - this could work as a quieter daytime activity before heading back for camp suppers. Check opening hours and admission costs before you visit, as details for smaller specialist collections can be patchy online.

It's worth including if you're already exploring the East Midlands, but don't rearrange your entire trip around it. Go if the subject genuinely interests you.