Welcome to Great Stretton

Great Stretton is a small village located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England. The village is situated on a hill and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are several historical landmarks in the area, including the Stretton House, which was built in the 17th century. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a pub, and a village hall.

One of the main attractions of Great Stretton is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it a popular destination for walkers and hikers. There are several footpaths and bridleways in the area, including the Leicestershire Round, a 100-mile circular walk that passes through the village. The village is also home to several nature reserves, including the Great Stretton Meadows, which is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Great Stretton is a close-knit community, and there are several events and activities that take place throughout the year. The village hall hosts regular events, including a monthly farmers' market and a variety of classes and workshops. The village also has a cricket club, a football club, and a tennis club, providing plenty of opportunities for residents to get involved in sports and social activities. Overall, Great Stretton is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 11.2°C

Feels Like: 9.2°C

Wind: 10.5 MPH

Wind Dir: NE

Local Schools

School	Details
Great Glen St Cuthberts Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jenny Hawkins	The Chase Great Glen Leicester Leicestershire LE8 9EQ 01162592764 School Website
Woodland Grange Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hayley Brown	Beaufort Way Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4TY 1162720401 School Website
Houghton-On-The-Hill Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jan Knox	Main Street Houghton-On-The-Hill Leicester Leicestershire LE7 9GD 1162412465 School Website
Brookside Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Grace Brown	Copse Close Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4FU 1162713680 School Website
Manor High School Academy Converter Ages:10-14 Head Teacher Mr Liam Powell	Copse Close Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4FU 01162714941 School Website
Leicester Grammar School Trust Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr John Watson	London Road Great Glen Leicester Leicestershire LE8 9FL 1162591900 School Website
Stoneygate School Other Independent School Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mr Neil Price	6 London Road Great Glen Leicester Leicestershire LE8 9DJ 1162592282 School Website
Thurnby, St Luke's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-10 Head Teacher Mrs Louisa Morris	Main Street Thurnby Leicester Leicestershire LE7 9PN 1162415105 School Website
Beauchamp College Academy Converter Ages:14-18 Head Teacher Miss Kathryn Kelly	Ridge Way Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 5TP 01162729100 School Website
Gartree High School Oadby Academy Converter Ages:10-14 Head Teacher Ms Sonia Singleton	Ridge Way Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 5TQ 01162717421 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
South Wigston Kenilworth Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4XU 4.99 Miles

Leicester London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB 5.03 Miles

Syston Melton Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 2HA 7.09 Miles

Narborough Station Road, Narborough, Leicestershire, LE19 2HR 8.12 Miles

Market Harborough St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT 9.44 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Pickwick Travel Chauffeur Hire 0116 259 1099 3 Garfield Park, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE8 9JY 1.46 Miles
Main Private Hire 0116 243 3883 48 Main Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 9GD 1.81 Miles
Oadby Grange Airport Cars 0116 271 5088 Glen Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 4RH 2.09 Miles
Airport Specialists 0116 271 1451 21 Lowcroft Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5UD 2.32 Miles
Taxis A G 0116 271 1771 58 Fairfield Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 4NE 2.37 Miles
Queens Cars 0116 271 2828 35 London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5DL 2.68 Miles
G F I Of Oadby Taxis Ltd 0116 271 0869 35 London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5DL 2.68 Miles
David Green Taxis 0116 271 2822 25 Beaumont Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 4DA 2.80 Miles
Oadby Express Taxis 0116 216 7941 125 Rosemead Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5PP 2.84 Miles
Air Speed Taxis 0116 271 6776 69 The Parade, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5BB 2.86 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Little Stretton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kings Norton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chestnut Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coverside Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rectory End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Florence Wragg Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oaks Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gaulby No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stretton Road Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Gaulby Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Burton Overy Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Main Street Houghton On The Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Severn Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Catherines Way Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Spectrum Health 0116 2719042	Severn Surgery 159 Uplands Road, Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4NW
Bushby Surgery	Hill Court Main Street Bushby Leicester Leicestershire LE7 9NY
Cross Counties Pcn Enhanced Access 07905 992273	Cross Counties Pcn C/O Croft Mc 2 Glen Road Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4PE
The Croft Medical Centre 0116 2711740	The Croft Medical Centre 2 Glen Road, Oadby Leicester LE2 4PE
Downing Drive Surgery (Ajj Bentley) 0116 2413801	The Surgery 155 Downing Dr, Evington Leicester LE5 6LP

Local Stores

Great Glen
13 Main Street
Butch Dept.
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE8 9GH
01162 592161
Store Website
1.89 miles

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SPAR - Great Glen
11 Stretton Raod
Great Glen
LE8 9GN
01245 353781
Store Website
1.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Oadby
19 Stoughton Road Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4DS 0116 271 2856 oadby@medivet.co.uk Website 2.80 miles
Amenities
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Vets4u
Oadby Industrial Estate Leicester Leicestershire LE2 5NE 0116 272 9955 john@vets4u.uk Website 3.10 miles


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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk

Oadby Vets4pets Ltd
186 Oadby Road Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3PW 0116 281 3322 oadby@vets4pets.com Website 3.37 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A The Park Veterinary Group
151 Scraptoft Lane Leicester Leicestershire LE5 2FF 0116 241 8326 scraptoft@parkvetgroup.com Website 3.73 miles
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Ash Tree Vets
Unit 9 Priory Business Park Kibworth Leicestershire LE8 0RX kibworth@ashtreevets.co.uk Website 3.82 miles

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Bell, Brown &Amp; Bentley
1 Central Avenue Wigston Leicester Leicestershire LE18 2AB 0116 288 6638 wigston@bbbvet.org.uk Website 4.09 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 2.68 miles

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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 5.49 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 6.32 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 6.38 miles

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Foxton Locks Canal Walk
Foxton Locks Gumley Road Foxton 7.07 miles Well Sign Posted To The Car Parks

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Foxton Locks
Foxton Locks Are Ten Canal Locks, With Two ‘Staircases’ Each Of Five Locks, Located On The Leicestershire Line Of The Grand Union Canal. LE16 7RA 7.07 miles Foxton Locks Is Located South Of The City Of Leicester And Close To Market Harborough.

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Weather Forecast

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	Overcast	Fog	Light rain	Overcast	Overcast	Heavy rain	Overcast	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Cloudy
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Feels Like	13.6°C	12.5°C	12.8°C	12.9°C	12.7°C	12.4°C	13.1°C	17.5°C	20.4°C	20.4°C	19.2°C	17.7°C

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	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	14.6°C	11.8°C	10.1°C	9.3°C	11.6°C	14.5°C	17.1°C	20.2°C	21.8°C	21.8°C	18.1°C	12.8°C
Feels Like	13.6°C	10.4°C	8.5°C	7.7°C	10.6°C	14.1°C	16.9°C	20.2°C	21.8°C	21.8°C	18.3°C	12.4°C

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Temp	12.3°C	11°C	10.2°C	9.8°C	14.2°C	18.4°C	20.8°C	22.3°C	22.7°C	22.2°C	19.8°C	15.9°C
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