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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. There are claims that Ned Ludd, who lent his name to the 19th century Luddites, came from Anstey. Ned Ludd's Day (which hasn't been celebrated for a few years) is supposed to be on April 28th each year!

When visiting Anstey, you might want to take the Centenary Walk, which is over 6 miles long and includes the following:

  • King William III Bridge, built in 1696 down Sheep wash Lane (off Cropston Road) to enable the King to visit the "Grey Family" at nearby Bradgate Park (home of the 9 day Queen, Lady Jane Grey)
  • Disused Mill straddling the Rothley River (off Gynsill Lane) - there has been a Mill on this site since 1306.
  • Maps for the walk are available from Anstey Parish Council or Leicestershire County Council.

     

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    What's near Anstey

    Attractions:
      Gorse Hill City Farm  2 Miles
      National Space Centre  3 Miles
      National Gas Museum  4 Miles
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    Towns:
      Glenfield  1 Mile
      Cropston  1 Mile
      Thurcaston  2 Miles
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    Estate Agents:
      Your Move  3 Miles
      Harrison Murray Ltd  3 Miles
      Kingswood Estate Agents  3 Miles
    Hotels:
      Leicester Central Premier Inn  2 Miles
      Comfort Hotel Leicester  3 Miles
      Westbridge Wharf Apartments  3 Miles
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    Bed and Breakfast:
      Microdot House Bed & Breakfast  3 Miles
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    Self Catering:
      Gatehouse Lodges  9 Miles
      The Little Barn  12 Miles
      Old Guadaloupe Cottage  13 Miles
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    Campsites:
      Proctor's Park  5 Miles
      NWSC Caravan & Camping Park  19 Miles
      Shelford Nurseries Caravan Park  21 Miles

    Cinema: Vue Leicester  4 Miles

    TIC: Leicester Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 0906 294 1113  4 Miles


    Attractions near Anstey
    Gorse Hill City Farm (2 Miles)*
    See the daily workings of the farm. Feed and touch the animals within a relaxed and friendly environment.
    National Space Centre (3 Miles)*
    The award winning National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space.
    National Gas Museum (4 Miles)*
    At the Gas Museum you will gain a fascinating insight into the story of gas past and present, with particular reference to the East Midlands region.
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    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

    Towns near Anstey
    Glenfield Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
    Glenfield has a prominent place in railway history, with the opening of the Swannington Leicester line, the first railway line south of Manchester.
    Cropston Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
    Cropston is a picturesque village, close to the late 19th century reservoir, which takes its name from the village.
    Thurcaston Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
    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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    Hotels near Anstey
    Comfort Hotel Leicester (3 Miles)*
    This Victorian hotel with a uniquely themed restaurant presents functional accommodation within easy reach of the M1.
    Sky Plaza Hotel (3 Miles)*
    This attractive and well-appointed 3-star hotel is situated in the heart of Leicester and is a great base for exploring and enjoying this exciting and vibrant city.
    Fieldhead Hotel (3 Miles)*
    Originally built as a farmhouse in 1672, the Fieldhead is situated on the edge of Charnwood Forest, just 7 miles (11 km) from Leicester and 1 mile (1.6 km) from junction 22 of the M1.
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    Self Catering near Anstey
    The Little Barn (12 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.
    Old Guadaloupe Cottage (13 Miles)*
    New for 2008, this lovely cottage is very spacious with original beams and finished to a high standard.
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