Welcome to Glenfield

Glenfield is a village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. It is situated approximately five miles west of Leicester city centre and has a population of around 10,000 people. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. In the 19th century, Glenfield became known for its hosiery industry, which provided employment for many of its residents.

Today, Glenfield is a thriving community with a range of amenities and attractions. The village has a number of shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as a library, community centre, and sports facilities. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, including Glenfield Millennium Green, which is a popular spot for picnics and walks. In addition, Glenfield is home to several schools, including Glenfield Primary School and Glenfield College.

Despite its proximity to Leicester, Glenfield has managed to maintain its rural charm and sense of community. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Overall, Glenfield is a wonderful place to live or visit, with a rich history, friendly locals, and plenty to see and do.

Local Schools

School	Details
Queensmead Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Liz Latham	Winstanley Drive Braunstone Leicester Leicestershire LE3 1PF 01162858518 School Website
Braunstone Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Halil Tamgumus	Cort Crescent Braunstone Leicester Leicestershire LE3 1QH 1162858130 School Website
Emmanuel Christian School Other Independent School Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mr Andy Harris	The Grounds Of Braunstone Evangelical Free Church Didsbury Street Braunstone LE3 1QP 1162220792 School Website
West Gate School Foundation Special School Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Mrs Rhian Richardson	Glenfield Road Leicester Leicestershire LE3 6DG 01162552187 School Website
Dovelands Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katy Williams	Hinckley Road Leicester Leicestershire LE3 0TJ 01162857716 School Website
Christ The King Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Annie Carter	Glenfield Road Leicester Leicestershire LE3 6DF 1162857261 School Website
New College Leicester Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs J Brown	Glenfield Road Leicester Leicestershire LE3 6DN 01162318500 School Website
Cherryleas Assessment Centre Miscellaneous Head Teacher Ms Diana Mackey	Westcotes Drive Leicester Leicestershire LE3 0QU
Folville Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Bruce Wells	Folville Rise Leicester Leicestershire LE3 1EE 01162824368 School Website
Imperial Avenue Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Smith	Imperial Avenue Leicester Leicestershire LE3 1AH 01162824503 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Leicester London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB 2.18 Miles

South Wigston Kenilworth Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4XU 3.72 Miles

Narborough Station Road, Narborough, Leicestershire, LE19 2HR 4.30 Miles

Syston Melton Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 2HA 6.03 Miles

Sileby King Street, Sileby, Leicestershire, LE12 7RN 7.46 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Champaneri Cars Ltd 0116 254 4177 37 Dorchester Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 0UH 0.42 Miles
Mini Cabs Leicester 0116 232 1222 3 Finch Close, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 6SD 0.43 Miles
Route One Taxis 0116 289 8985 Westend Working Mens Club Car Park, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 1LD 0.72 Miles
Jacks Private Hire 0116 222 2363 394 Braunstone Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 3DE 0.84 Miles
A1 Airport Cars 0116 289 5353 244 Braunstone Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 3AS 0.93 Miles
Centre Line Taxis 0116 233 3311 234 Narborough Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 2AN 1.08 Miles
Leicester City Cars 0116 222 2000 Kings Richard Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 5QG 1.10 Miles
Fosse Taxis 0116 232 2222 Battersbee Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 9LD 1.12 Miles
M1 Taxis 0116 289 9962 1 Tressell Way, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 3RA 1.12 Miles
Checkline Taxis 0116 233 1331 91B, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 8JB 1.15 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Blackmore Drive Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hinckley Road (Western Park) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ainsdale Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park View Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Letchworth Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gallards Hill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dorchester Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westhill Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wynfield Road Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Park Rise Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gutheridge Crescent Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gallards Hill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lindfield Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gimson Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Braunstone Avenue Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hockley Farm Med Pract (A Nana) 0116 2226100	Hockley Farm Medical Prac 39 Hockley Farm Road Braunstone, Leicester LE3 1HN
Westend Medical Practice 0116 2953140	Westcotes Health Centre Fosse Road South Leicester Leicestershire LE3 0LP
Westcotes Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Fosse Road South Beaumont Leys Leicester LE3 0LP
Westcotes Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Fosse Road South Beaumont Leys Leicester LE3 0LP
Westcotes Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Fosse Road South Leicester LE3 0LP

Local Stores

Sharmon Crescent
29-35 Sharmon Crescent
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE3 6NW
01162 872135
Store Website
0.74 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Groby Road
HKS Retail Ltd
Groby Road
Leicester
LE3 9EA
0116 2532375
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Leicester Pdsa Pet Hospital
64 Heyford Road Braunstone Leicester Leicestershire LE3 1SR 0116 255 8731 Website 0.68 miles

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Broughton Vets
29 Glenfield Road East Leicester Leicestershire LE3 5QW 0116 2517677 Leicester@broughtonvets.co.uk 1.06 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A The Park Veterinary Group
162 Dominion Road Glenfield Leicester Leicestershire LE3 8JA 0116 2311635 glenfield@parkvetgroup.com Website 1.11 miles
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Bell Brown &Amp; Bentley
41 Hinckley Road Leicester Forest East Leicester Leicestershire LE3 3GL 0116 388100 lfe@bbbvet.org.uk Website 1.26 miles
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Companion Care (Leicester Fosse Park) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Fosse Park Grove Farm Triangle Enderby Leicestershire LE19 1WT 0116 263 9930 leicesterfossepark@vets4pets.com Website 2.28 miles
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Leicester St Georges Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 6, St Georges Retail Park St Georges Way Leicester Leicestershire LE1 1SG 0116 242 6540 leicestercentral@vets4pets.com Website 2.38 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Aylestone Meadows
A Huge Walking Area Next To The River Soar With Parking Aplenty. Woodlands And Grassy Areas, Very Well Kept With Steps And Raised Walkways. Running Streams Mean Your Pooch Can Swim Without Fear Of Blue Algae. There Are Bins Dotted About So You Never Have To Walk Far With A Poo Bag. Playgrounds And Picnic Areas Available. British Telecomon Aylestone 473 Aylestone Rd Leicester Lancashire LE2 8TB 1.96 miles Off Aylestone Road

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Watermead Country Park
A Network Of Lakes And Canals Set In Beautiful Park And Woodlands In The North Of Leicestershire. A563 Lancashire 3.67 miles We Are Located North-East Of Leicester, Immediately Adjacent To The A46, Between The Villages Of Syston And Wanlip. The Country Park’S Main Entrance Can Be Accessed From Wanlip Road, Syston, Near To The Hope And Anchor Pub (Le7 1Pd).

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Bouskell Park
A Good Mix Of Park Area, Woodlands And Bridal Way. There Is Also A Cornfield Which Is Lovely To Walk Throughout The Year. Free Parking, Plenty Of Disabled Parking Spaces. Well Maintained Park Area With Plenty Of Rubbish Bins. All Very Friendly Dogs And Owners Use This Area. 79 Sycamore St Blaby Leicester LE8 4FL 4.04 miles

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Bradgate Park
Bradgate Park Is A Public Park In Leicestershire, East Midlands, Covering 850 Acres. Lancashire LE6 0HB 4.07 miles Bradgate Park Lies 6 Miles North-West Of Leicester And 7 Miles South Of Loughborough.

Bradgate Park
Childhood Home Of Lady Jane Grey. With Beautiful Parkland, River &Amp; Ruined House. All Surrounded By Several Acres Of Deer Park &Amp; Woods. Wonderful Place For A Dog To Walk Off Lead But It Is Used Widely By Horse Riders And There Are Several Herds Of Deer Roaming Free So If Your Dogs A Hunter Then Might Be Best To Keep Him On A Lead. In The Deer Park There Are View Points, Monuments And A Folly. 521 Bradgate Rd Newtown Linford Leicester LE6 0HE 4.19 miles Newtown Linford

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Shady Lane Arboretum
Also Known As Evington Arboretum, The Arboretum Is An Attractive Open Public Space On The Southern Boundary Of The City Of Leicester. Recreational, Botanical, Wildlife And Historical Features Make This A Popular Space. There Are Over 500 Species Of Trees And A Fenced Nature Area Has Been Planted With Native Trees And Shrubs And A Sown Wildflower Grassland. The Southern Section Of The Site Below The Brook Is Predominantly Grassland, And Is Managed As Meadow Or Rough Mown Grass To Encourage A Species And Wild Flower Diversity. It Is Surrounded By A Breedon Gravel Footpath And Criss-Crossed By A Well-Developed System Of Grass Paths. Shady Ln Leicester Lancashire LE2 2FB 4.40 miles

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