Welcome to Chilcote

Chilcote is a small village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. It is situated near the border of Staffordshire and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 100 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Chilcote Manor, which dates back to the 17th century.

The village of Chilcote is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists, with a number of scenic routes passing through the surrounding countryside. The village is also home to a number of local businesses, including a farm shop and a pub. The Chilcote Estate, which covers over 1,000 acres of land, is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, shooting, and horse riding.

Despite its small size, Chilcote has a strong sense of community, with a number of local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village hall is a hub of activity, hosting regular events such as coffee mornings, craft fairs, and community meetings. The village also has a primary school, which serves the local area and provides education for children aged 4-11. Overall, Chilcote is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Netherseal St Peters C Of E C Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Melanie Machell	Main Street Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 8BZ 01283760283 School Website
St Andrews C Of E C Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Mills	Main Street Clifton Campville Tamworth Staffordshire B79 0AP 01827373266 School Website
Newton Regis C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Sara Eley	Austrey Lane Newton Regis Tamworth Warwickshire B79 0NL 01827830220 School Website
Sir John Moore Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tae Carpenter	Top Street Appleby Magna Swadlincote Leicestershire DE12 7AH 01530270330 School Website
Oakthorpe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sue Savage	School Street Oakthorpe Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 7RE 1530270383 School Website
Overseal Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Hughes	Woodville Road Overseal Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 6LU 01283760398 School Website
Donisthorpe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sylvie Newman	Ashby Road Donisthorpe Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 7QF 1530270371 School Website
Austrey C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sara Eley	St Nicholas Close Austrey Atherstone Warwickshire CV9 3EQ 01827830248 School Website
Linton Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Catherine Hollis	Main Street Linton Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 6QA 01283760382 School Website
Measham Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Hannah Carter	Bosworth Road Measham Swadlincote Leicestershire DE12 7LG 01530271019 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Polesworth Orchard Close, Polesworth, Staffordshire, B78 1BX 5.25 Miles

Tamworth Victoria Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7JT 6.14 Miles

Wilnecote Watling Street, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 5AL 7.35 Miles

Burton-On-Trent Borough Road, Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA 7.89 Miles

Atherstone Long Street, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 1BH 8.46 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Clifton Cars (Private Hire Taxi) 07948 833820 23 Main Street, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 0AS 1.97 Miles
Measham Cars 01530 272616 Burns Close, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 7EY 2.78 Miles
County Private Hire 01530 515384 Flat 4/47 High St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 7HR 3.12 Miles
County Cars 01530 515384 56 High Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 7HZ 3.20 Miles
Steves Private Hire 01283 761167 5 New Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 8ET 3.36 Miles
Keith's Private Hire 01283 222918 5 Castle Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9LH 4.06 Miles
First Class Cars 01283 221747 Unit 2/Portwood Ind Est/Church St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9NR 4.23 Miles
Tony's Cabs 07768 410407 9 Blackfordby Lane, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6EX 4.24 Miles
L A Cars 01283 222454 31 Ashbourne Drive, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9LL 4.26 Miles
Airportman 01283 225227 95 George Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9NZ 4.52 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Chilcote Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Netherseal Box Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Measham Rd/Coopers Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nomans Heath Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Main St Clifton Campville Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Grangewood House Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clifton Campville Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Measham Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorpe Lane (Junction Of Sandy Lane) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
26 Mawbys Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lullington Church Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newtown Regis Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chapel Street (Donisthorpe) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lullington Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newton Regis Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Measham Leisure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	High Street Measham Swadlincote DE12 7HR
Measham Leisure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	High Street Measham Swadlincote DE12 7HR
Measham Medical Unit 01530 270667	High Street Measham Nr Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 7HR
Gresleydale Health Care Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Glamorgan Way Church Gresley Swadlincote DE11 9GB
Gresleydale Healthcare Centre 01283 227870	Glamorgan Way Church Gresley Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 9JT

Local Stores

Overseal
67 Burton Road
Overseal
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE12 6JJ
01283 763782
Store Website
2.73 miles

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SPAR - Amington Convenience Limited
27 Kerria Rd
Tamworth
B77 4GG
01827 62917
Store Website
5.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Star Animal Rehabilitation And Wellness Clinic Ltd
Unit 12, Elms Business Park Atherstone Road Appleby Magna Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 7AP 01530 270170 info@starclinicrehab.co.uk Website 2.57 miles
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Swadlincote Veterinary Surgery
Unit 1, The Pipeworks Retail Park Coppice Side Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 9FQ 01283 213707 info@swadlincotevets.co.uk Website 5.14 miles

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Bright Side Vets
Waterloo House 49 West Street Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 9DN 01283 617020 manager@brightsidevets.com Website 5.14 miles
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At Home Veterinary Service
5 St Mary'S Way Tamworth Staffordshire B77 3EY 01827 52677 spotdog40@hotmail.com Website 5.96 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Woodward Veterinary Practice Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery Ivanhoe Business Park Smisby Road Ashby De La Zouch Leicestershire LE65 2UZ 01530 412035 enquiries@woodward-vets.co.uk Website 6.05 miles

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Highland Veterinary Centre
361 Rosliston Road Stapenhill Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE15 9RJ 01283 562111 reception@highlandvetclinic.co.uk Website 6.52 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Moria Furnace
Moria Furnace Was A Brick Building Kiln. Now It's A Craft Centre, Museum, Cafe And Childrens Play Area. A Nice Walk Along The Canal Tow Path Takes You To Into The Neighbouring National Forest. Located: Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch) Furnace Ln Moira 3.05 miles Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch)

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Hicks Lodge
This Park Is Really Designed For Cyclists So Care Is Needed If Your Walking Your Dog. The Park Is Split Into 2. One Being A Gentler Walk Around A Lake With A Nice Lakeside Cafe The Other Area Is Across A Road And Into The Woodland, This Is Aimed At The More Advanced Cyclist. Although Dogs Walkers Are Welcome No Facilities Are Provided For Them. Water Bowls Are Left Outside The Cafe But When My Dog Drank From One He Was Later Sick. Located: Willesley Woodside Willesley Ln Ashby-De-La-Zouch Lancashire LE65 2TL 3.85 miles Willesley Woodside, Ashby-De-La-Zouch

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Pooley Country Park
A Lovely Walk Where You Can Walk Along The Canal And/Or Walk Through The Woods. Dogs Are Fine Off Lead In The Woods But The Canal Path Is Narrow So May Need To Keep Some Dogs On Lead. At The End Enjoy A Nice Drink And Something To Eat At The Cafe Where There Is Outdoor Seating. Unnamed Road Tamworth Lancashire B79 0EB 4.59 miles

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National Memorial Arboretum
This Gentle Circular Walk Follows Hardstanding Paths And Off-Road Tracks Whilst Enjoying Views Of A Number Of The Memorials. DE13 7AR 6.56 miles The Arboretum Is Located Just Off The A38/A513 Between Lichfield And Burton Upon Trent. You Can Follow The Local Brown Signs To Find Us.

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National Memorial Arboretum
Unnamed Road Burton-On-Trent DE13 7AR 6.64 miles Entrance To The Dog Walking Route Is Located To The Right-Hand Side Of The Main Car Park. Please Note Only Working Assistance Dogs Be Permitted Within The Remembrance Centre.

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Brantson Water Park
Branston Water Park Is A Premier Wildlife Site In East Staffordshire. Located Just Outside Burton Off The A38. The Site Is A Local Natural Reserve And Has Also Received The Prestigious Green Flag Award Again This Year And Has Successfully Held The Award Since 2005 In Recognition Of The Quality, Cleanliness, Safety And Wildlife Value Of The Site.In Recent Years The Site Has Been Improved With Better Signage, A Small Visitors Centre And Ample Parking. There Is A Level Path Running Around The Entire Site Giving Excellent Disabled Access, A Children’S Play Area, Toilets And Information On The Types Of Birds And Habitats That Are Found At Branston Water Park. 76 Lichfield Rd Branston Burton-On-Trent DE14 3HD 6.97 miles

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