Laxton is a small rural village in Nottinghamshire, dating back to 1066 and the Norman Conquest.

Visitors can visit the the site of the old castle at the northern edge of the village, and see the best preserved motte and bailey castle in Nottinghamshire.

You can also see the beautiful, and lovely, church which dates back from early 12th century and is still regularly used.

However, what makes the village of Laxton really unique is its use today of the Medieval Open Field Farming System.

This system is the last open field system in Europe and you can walk the fields on your own or go on a tour with a local, that we can happily arrange if you want.

The Visitors Centre in the village with free admission and lots more information about Laxton and its history.

In the centre of the village is the Dovecote Inn where one will find great value, local ales, in addition to cordial locals who will happily tell you a tale or two.

The Goat House at Ivy Cottage is in Laxton and dates back over 200 years.

It has just recently been renovated to a very high level, we provide great value for money bed and breakfast with one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a family bathroom. For more information see www.the-goathouse.com.