Cropston Tourist Information |
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Cropston is a picturesque village, close to the late 19th century reservoir, which takes its name from the village. The elaborate Victorian engineering undertaken to provide Leicester with piped water can be viewed at the Severn Trent Visitor Centre. An alternative southern entry to Charnwood Forest, and the area is popular with walkers.
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Attractions near Cropston
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Gorse Hill City Farm
(3 Miles)*
See the daily workings of the farm. Feed and touch the animals within a relaxed and friendly environment. |
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National Space Centre
(3 Miles)*
The award winning National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. |
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Great Central Railway
(5 Miles)*
The Great Central Railway is Britain's only double track main line heritage railway. The stations of this railway are restored to different periods of the main line's history. |
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Towns near Cropston
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Thurcaston Tourist Information
(1 Mile)*
Thurcaston claims to be the birthplace of the martyred Tudor Bishop, Hugh Latimer. As a youth, he may well have been familiar with All Saints Church, parts of which date back to Norman times. |
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Swithland Tourist Information
(1 Mile)*
Swithland is a pleasant Forest village close to both the Woods and Reservoir, which also bear its name. The village is known well beyond Charnwood for its dark blue slate, which produced roofing material from the times of the Romans to the 19th century. |
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Anstey Tourist Information
(1 Mile)*
Anstey's role as a southern gateway to the Charnwood Forest is shown by the 15th century Packhorse Bridge, just a mere 5 feet wide, straddling Rothley River. |
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Hotels near Cropston
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Rothley Court Hotel
(2 Miles)*
Rothley Court is a rambling manor with beautiful gardens, a babbling brook and an ancient chapel. Facilities include a splendid oak panelled restaurant offering an extensive menu and a fine wine list. |
Travelodge (Travel Lodge) Leicester - Markfield
(4 Miles)*
Located on the M1, close to Leicester, this Travelodge provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the Staffordshire countryside. |
Travelodge (Travel Lodge) Leicester Central
(4 Miles)*
The Travelodge Leicester Central is located in the centre of Leicester, with access to various attractions, such as the National Space Science Centre, Leicester Racecourse as well as having a casino located next door. |
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Self Catering near Cropston
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The Little Barn
(10 Miles)*
The Little Barn is situated in the pretty South Nottinghamshire Village of Wysall. The property stands adjacent to the original farmyard of Rectory Farm, a Grade II listed building. |
Abbey Farm
(15 Miles)*
Abbey Farm is situated in the heart of England on the Warwickshire/ Leicestershire border giving easy access to Motorways (M6, M1, M69) and excellent links to midland towns and cities. The farm is 1/2mile from the road. |
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