Welcome to Oakthorpe

Oakthorpe is a small village located in the North West Leicestershire district of Leicestershire, England. The village is situated on the border of Derbyshire and Staffordshire, and it is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Oakthorpe is a peaceful and quiet village, and it is an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village has a population of around 1,000 people, and it is a close-knit community where everyone knows each other.

The village of Oakthorpe has a rich history, and it is home to several historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in the village is the St. Matthew's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building, and it is a popular destination for tourists who want to explore the village's history. Another historic building in the village is the Oakthorpe Hall, which was built in the 17th century. The hall is a beautiful example of Jacobean architecture, and it is now used as a private residence.

Oakthorpe is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts, and there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horse riding in the surrounding countryside. The village is located near the National Forest, which is a large area of woodland that covers parts of Leicestershire, Derbyshire, and Staffordshire. The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and badgers, and it is a popular destination for nature lovers. Overall, Oakthorpe is a charming village that offers a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle for its residents.

Local Weather

Cloudy

Temp: 7.3°C

Feels Like: 4.8°C

Wind: 8.3 MPH

Wind Dir: N

Local Schools

School	Details
Oakthorpe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sue Savage	School Street Oakthorpe Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 7RE 1530270383 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
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
St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Felicity Knight	Bosworth Road Measham Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 7LQ 1530270572 School Website
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
Overseal Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Hughes	Woodville Road Overseal Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 6LU 01283760398 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
Moira Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kelly Ellis	Blackfordby Lane Moira Swadlincote Leicestershire DE12 6EX 01283217450 School Website
Packington Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ruth Burton	Mill Street Packington Ashby De La Zouch Leicestershire LE65 1WL 01530412425 School Website
Ashby Willesley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Chloe Dilks	Packington Nook Lane Ashby-De-La-Zouch Leicestershire LE65 2QG 1530413654 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Polesworth Orchard Close, Polesworth, Staffordshire, B78 1BX 7.11 Miles

Burton-On-Trent Borough Road, Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA 8.13 Miles

Tamworth Victoria Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7JT 8.59 Miles

Atherstone Long Street, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 1BH 9.43 Miles

Wilnecote Watling Street, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 5AL 9.59 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
County Cars 01530 515384 56 High Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 7HZ 0.94 Miles
County Private Hire 01530 515384 Flat 4/47 High St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 7HR 0.97 Miles
Measham Cars 01530 272616 Burns Close, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 7EY 1.14 Miles
Tony's Cabs 07768 410407 9 Blackfordby Lane, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6EX 2.26 Miles
A1 Taxis 01530 413535 Ashby House/17 Bath St, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 2FH 3.11 Miles
59 Cabs 01530 820001 Holywell Mill/Burton Rd, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 2LL 3.12 Miles
A1 Taxis 01530 838383 10 Brook St, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1HA 3.20 Miles
Ashby S And V Cars 01530 411617 15 Malvern Crescent, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 2JZ 3.47 Miles
First Class Cars 01283 221747 Unit 2/Portwood Ind Est/Church St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9NR 3.59 Miles
John Mack Cars 07710 873777 6 Money Hill, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1JH 3.62 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
7 Chapel Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bayleaf/School Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dyson Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moira Road Donisthorpe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chapel Street (Donisthorpe) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New Street (Measham) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Measham Post Office Box Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Atherstone Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Donisthorpe Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Measham Rd/Coopers Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shortheath Rd/Bath Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Short Heath Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moira Post Office Box Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Daybell Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Measham Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

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
Castle Medical Group 01530 414131	Castle Medical Group Ascebi Hse,118 Burton Rd Ashby De La Zouch Leicestershire LE65 2LP
Gresleydale Healthcare Centre 01283 227870	Glamorgan Way Church Gresley Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 9JT

Local Stores

Measham High Street
7 High Street
Measham
Swadlincote
Leicestershire
DE12 7HR
01530 273017
Store Website
0.94 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Clocktower
HKS Retail Ltd
Clocktower
Ashby Road
Coalville, Leicester
LE67 3LF
01530 813 814
Store Website
6.3 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 2.94 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 3.79 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 4.20 miles

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Bright Side Vets
Waterloo House 49 West Street Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 9DN 01283 617020 manager@brightsidevets.com Website 4.31 miles
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Hartshorne Veterinary Surgery
62 Repton Road Hartshorne Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 7AF 01283 480910 hartshornevets@hotmail.com 5.10 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 6.68 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.36 miles Willesley Woodside, Ashby-De-La-Zouch

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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 1.49 miles Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch)

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Sence Valley Park
Ex Quarry, Turned Into A Water Park. With Several Lakes Of Various Sizes. Paved Path Runs Around Most Of Them. 2 Car Parks 1 By Gate &Amp; Toilets Is At The Top Of The Hill Giving Some Lovely Views Over The Park. Lower Car Park Is A Water Level And Paths Are Flat So Very Suitable For Wheelchair Access. There Are Many Benches If You Need A Rest. Dog Poo Bags &Amp; Bins Are Also Provided At Many Points Around The Park. Located: Ravenstone Road, North Ibstock Ravenstone Rd Ibstock Lancashire LE67 6NW 5.30 miles Ravenstone Road, North Ibstock

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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 6.68 miles

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Ticknall Limeyards And Calke Abbey Loop
A Five Mile Loop From Ticknall Through The Grounds Of Calke Abbey And Out Via The Ticknall Lime Quarry, Limeyards, And Lime Kilns. Main Street Ticknall 7.17 miles

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Grace Dieu Woods
A Sustrans Track Runs Through This Woodland, But Away From That There Are Walks Within The Woodland. 27 Springfield Thringstone Coalville Lancashire LE67 8LT 7.66 miles Grace Dieu Woods Can Be Approached From Turlough Road, Whitwick Or Springfield, Thringstone, Leicestershire

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	11.1°C	10°C	7°C	5.7°C	8.3°C	12.6°C	15.5°C	17.1°C	18.3°C	17.3°C	15.4°C	13.6°C
Feels Like	9.8°C	8.8°C	5.3°C	4.1°C	7.2°C	11.6°C	15.3°C	17.1°C	17.9°C	17.3°C	15.2°C	13.5°C

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Temp	12.1°C	11.2°C	10°C	9.2°C	9.9°C	10.6°C	11.1°C	12.4°C	13.3°C	13.4°C	12.5°C	10.7°C
Feels Like	12.1°C	11.2°C	9.5°C	8.3°C	9.2°C	9.9°C	10.7°C	12.5°C	13.5°C	13.5°C	12.7°C	10.8°C

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Temp	10.1°C	9.1°C	8.4°C	7.9°C	12.1°C	17.1°C	21.3°C	22.3°C	21.9°C	21°C	19.8°C	15°C
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