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Glenfield has a prominent place in railway history, with the opening of the Swannington Leicester line, the first railway line south of Manchester. A major engineering feature of the line was the 1,796-yard long Glenfield tunnel, the longest of its kind in many years.Built by Robert Stephenson son of the famous George Stephenson, the line carried passengers until 1928.The tunnel is now closed but a memorial remains in the form of a housing development called Stephenson's Court on Station Road.
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Attractions near Glenfield
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Gorse Hill City Farm
(2 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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National Gas Museum
(3 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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Towns near Glenfield
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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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Newtown Limford Tourist Information
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Kirby Muxloe Tourist Information
(2 Miles)*
One of the country's most important monuments is in the parish of Kirby Muxloe. Built in the late 15th century by Lord Hastings, who was executed in 1483 before the building was completed, Kirby Muxloe Castle now has a Grade I listing. |
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Hotels near Glenfield
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Days Inn Leicester
(2 Miles)*
Situated on the M1, the Days Inn Hotel Leicester provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the surrounding countryside. |
Travelodge (Travel Lodge) Leicester Central
(3 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. |
Holiday Inn Leicester City
(3 Miles)*
Conveniently located in the heart of the city centre but only minutes away from the M1/M69 motorways. Close to the Shires Shopping Centre, De Montfort Hall, National Space Centre as well as the cities football, rugby and cricket clubs. |
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Self Catering near Glenfield
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Abbey Farm
(12 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. |
The Little Barn
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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. |
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