Be sure to have enough gas in the tank, because Nottingham is worth making a detour for. Located 19 miles from Barrowby, it has some terrific attractions, such as Nottingham Castle and Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem. Nothing says living it up like a road trip, so keep on cruising to Leicester. It’s 25 miles away and also offers a few rewarding sights, such as Highcross Shopping Centre and Leicester Cathedral.