Welcome to Grand Union Canal

The Grand Union Canal in Leicestershire is a beautiful waterway that stretches for 66 miles. It was originally built in the late 18th century to transport goods between London and Birmingham. Today, it is a popular destination for boaters, walkers, and cyclists who want to explore the stunning countryside of Leicestershire.

One of the highlights of the Grand Union Canal in Leicestershire is the Foxton Locks. This flight of ten locks is a marvel of engineering and is one of the most popular attractions on the canal. Visitors can watch as boats navigate the locks, or take a leisurely stroll along the towpath and enjoy the picturesque scenery. There is also a museum at Foxton Locks that tells the story of the canal and its importance to the local area.

Another must-see attraction on the Grand Union Canal in Leicestershire is the Market Harborough Arm. This branch of the canal was built in the early 19th century to connect the town of Market Harborough to the main canal network. Today, it is a peaceful and tranquil stretch of water that is perfect for a relaxing boat trip or a gentle walk. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the beautiful countryside and spot a variety of wildlife, including kingfishers, herons, and otters.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 5.8°C

Wind: 17.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
The Roundhill Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Tim Marston	997 Melton Road Thurmaston Leicester Leicestershire LE4 8GQ 01162693896 School Website
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Monaghan	Barkby Thorpe Lane Thurmaston Leicester Leicestershire LE4 8GP 1162695510 School Website
The Cedars Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Laura Sanchez	Wanlip Lane Birstall Leicester Leicestershire LE4 4GH 01162677107 School Website
Alp Leicester Other Independent Special School Ages:6-19 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Brown	Stonehill Avenue Birstall Leicester Leicestershire LE4 4JG 1163262624 School Website
Eastfield Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Timothy Gilbert	Eastfield Road Thurmaston Leicester Leicestershire LE4 8FP 01162694692 School Website
Church Hill Infant School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Elliott	Church Hill Road Thurmaston Leicester Leicestershire LE4 8DE 01162692083 School Website
Church Hill Church Of England Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Diane Brown	Church Hill Road Thurmaston Leicester Leicestershire LE4 8DE 01162692509 School Website
St Peter And St Paul Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Claire Mulhern	Upper Church Street Syston Leicester Leicestershire LE7 1HR 01162607577 School Website
The Merton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Matthew Lee	Cherry Drive Syston Leicester Leicestershire LE7 2PT 01162608150 School Website
Riverside Community Primary School Birstall Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Chelsea Williams	Wanlip Lane Birstall Leicester Leicestershire LE4 4JU 01162107373 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Syston Melton Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 2HA 0.97 Miles

Sileby King Street, Sileby, Leicestershire, LE12 7RN 2.59 Miles

Barrow-Upon-Soar Grove Lane, Barrow-Upon-Soar, Leicestershire, LE12 8US 4.27 Miles

Leicester London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB 4.42 Miles

Loughborough Station Boulevard, Off Nottingham Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1EX 7.04 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Express Private Hire 0116 269 6565 9 Brook Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 1GD 1.06 Miles
1St Choice Taxis 0116 269 6999 9 Brook Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 1GD 1.06 Miles
Just Airports 0116 269 8600 9 Brook Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 1GD 1.06 Miles
Jetline Taxis 0116 269 2222 768 Melton Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 8BD 1.11 Miles
Book-A-Cab 0116 237 6666 903 Loughborough Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 7NH 1.47 Miles
Birstall Cabs 0116 267 7777 72 Front Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 4DP 1.49 Miles
Link Cars 0116 230 2558 947 Loughborough Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 7NJ 1.60 Miles
Premier Taxis 07976 245198 38 Johnson Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 3AS 1.75 Miles
Anstey Cabs 0116 236 6789 34 Copeland Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 3AA 1.80 Miles
Kareen Travels Of Leicester 07850 009510 Trevino Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 7PJ 1.98 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Roman Way Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rectory Road Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Barkby Turn Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wolsey Way Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Melton Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Asda Foodstore Le4 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Canal Street/Main Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melton Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Highway Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Halfcroft Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Dalby Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broad Street Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Thurmaston Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melton Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandiacre Rise Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Watermead Pcn Enhanced Access 01509 276621	4 Whiles Lane Birstall Leicestershire LE4 4EE
Birstall Medical Centre 0116 2169773	Birstall Medical Centre 4 Whiles Lane Birstall Leicestershire LE4 4EE
The County Practice 0116 2950500	Health Centre Melton Road,Syston Leicester LE7 2EQ
The Jubilee Medical Practice 0116 2950600	Syston Health Centre 1330 Melton Road, Syston Leicester Leicestershire LE7 2EQ
Greengate Medical Centre 0116 2677901	Greengate Medical Centre 1 Greengate Lane,Birstall Leicester LE4 3JF

Local Stores

Wanlip Lane - Birstall
19 Wanlip Lane
Birstall
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE4 4JU
01162 677915
Store Website
1.41 miles

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SPAR - Syston Service Station
Wanlip Road
Syston
Leicester
LE7 1PA
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Syston
1 St. Peters Street Syston Leicester Leicestershire LE7 1HL 01162 608030 syston@medivet.co.uk Website 0.99 miles

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Medivet Thurmaston
643 Melton Road Thurmaston Leicester Leicestershire LE4 8EB 01162 609565 thurmaston@medivet.co.uk Website 1.26 miles
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Animals Treated
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King'S Veterinary Centre
1293 Melton Road Syston Leicestershire LE7 2EN 01162 609367 syston@kingsvets.co.uk Website 1.35 miles

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Medivet Birstall 24 Hour
84 Sibson Road Birstall Leicester Leicestershire LE4 4NA 0116 267 3518 birstall@medivet.co.uk Website 1.40 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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Chine House Veterinary Hospital Ltd
Sileby Hall Cossington Road Sileby Loughborough Leicestershire LE12 7RS 01509 812445/6 enquiries@chinehousevets.co.uk Website 2.34 miles
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Emergency service out of normal hours for our clients

Companion Care (Leicester Beaumont Leys) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Beaumont Leys Shopping Centre Beaumont Leys Leicester Leicestershire LE4 1DE 01162 351034 leicesterbeaumontleys@vets4pets.com Website 3.35 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Watermead Country Park
A Network Of Lakes And Canals Set In Beautiful Park And Woodlands In The North Of Leicestershire. A563 Lancashire 1.80 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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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 4.35 miles Newtown Linford

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Swithland Woods To Rabbits Bridge And Beyond
Unnamed Road Loughborough Lancashire LE12 8JL 4.35 miles North Of Leicester At The Cropstone End Of The Reservoir Near Bradgate Park.

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Bradgate Park Trail
Lovely Walk, Great To Stretch Those Legs And Get Some Fresh Air. Got To See A Deer Or Two As Well Bradgate Park Trail Leicester Lancashire LE6 0HE 4.77 miles

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Bradgate Park
Bradgate Park Is A Public Park In Leicestershire, East Midlands, Covering 850 Acres. Lancashire LE6 0HB 5.29 miles Bradgate Park Lies 6 Miles North-West Of Leicester And 7 Miles South Of Loughborough.

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 5.56 miles

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Weather Forecast

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