Welcome to Primethorpe

Primethorpe is a small village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. The village is situated in the Harborough district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Primethorpe is a peaceful and quiet village, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its friendly community.

One of the main attractions of Primethorpe is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it a perfect place for those who love to explore the outdoors. There are many walking and cycling routes in the area, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is also home to a number of wildlife species, including deer, foxes, and rabbits.

Primethorpe is a small village, but it has a rich history. The village dates back to the 11th century and was mentioned in the Domesday Book. Over the years, the village has been home to many notable figures, including the poet John Clare. Today, the village is a popular destination for tourists who want to experience the beauty of the English countryside and learn about its rich history.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 8.9°C

Wind: 3.1 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School	Details
Orchard Church Of England Primary School Broughton Astley Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Amy Lang	Blenheim Crescent Broughton Astley Leicester Leicestershire LE9 6QX 01455283247 School Website
Thomas Estley Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Mandi Collins	Station Road Broughton Astley Leicester Leicestershire LE9 6PT 01455283263 School Website
Old Mill Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Smith-Stewart	Station Road Broughton Astley Leicester Leicestershire LE9 6PT 1455284191 School Website
Lodge Farm Education Other Independent Special School Ages:11-17 Head Teacher Ms Joy Brown	Lodge Farm Sutton In The Elms Leicester Road Broughton Astley LE9 6RB 1455283665 School Website
Hallbrook Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tracy Withers	Hallbrook Road Broughton Astley Leicestershire LE9 6WX 1455285693 School Website
Croft Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Roberts	Brookes Avenue Croft Leicester Leicestershire LE9 3GJ 1455282643 School Website
Brooke House Day School Other Independent School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Joy Parker	Croft Road Cosby Leicester Leicestershire LE9 1SE 447595894552
Henry David Learning Woodfield School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Mrs Sandra Cross	The Dutch Barn Main Street Frolesworth Leicestershire LE17 5EE 1455209333 School Website
Dunton Bassett Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Howard	The Mount Dunton Bassett Lutterworth Leicestershire LE17 5JL 1455209557 School Website
Cosby Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tracy Withers	Portland Street Cosby Leicester Leicestershire LE9 1TE 01162863103 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Narborough Station Road, Narborough, Leicestershire, LE19 2HR 2.88 Miles

South Wigston Kenilworth Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4XU 5.42 Miles

Hinckley Station Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1UE 6.01 Miles

Leicester London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB 8.13 Miles

Nuneaton Bond Street, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 4BU 9.94 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
5 Star Gold Travel 01455 284252 5 Bodycote Close, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE9 6WT 0.71 Miles
Airport Taxis 0116 286 5383 1 The Nook, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE9 1RQ 1.71 Miles
Smart Moves Taxis 01455 202698 10 Saint Peter's Close, Lutterworth, Leicestershire, LE17 5ET 1.91 Miles
G J C Private Hire 01455 271800 34 New Walk, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE9 4JH 2.18 Miles
Stanton Taxis 01455 272189 19 Meadow Close, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE9 4BX 2.48 Miles
Narborough Taxis And Couriers Ltd 0116 286 2894 1 Park Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE19 2GQ 2.77 Miles
Taxi Line Whetstone 0116 275 1777 Old Pump House, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE8 6LG 2.79 Miles
Easyairporttaxis Com 07947 223703 Www Easyairporttaxis Com, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE8 6LF 3.10 Miles
Flightlink Airport Cars 0116 277 7777 Cambridge Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE8 6LF 3.10 Miles
1St Choice Airport Cars 0116 286 4168 22 Coulson Cl, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE8 6PT 3.14 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cross Roads No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Primethorpe Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:00:03 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Blenheim Crescent No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Broughton Astley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton In The Elms No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Devitt Way/Byre Crescent No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Broughton Astley Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Sparkenhoe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pochin Drive Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Sunday Last Collection:00:03 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Croft Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Leire Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
The Nook Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Sunday Last Collection:00:03 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Croft Station No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Frolesworth Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Hill Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Orchard Med Practice 01455 282599	The Orchard Med Practice Orchard Road Broughton Astley Leicestershire LE9 6RG
Sapcote Surgery	Church Hall Church Street Sapcote Leicester Leicestershire LE9 4FG
The Old School Surgery 01455 271442	The Old School Surgery Hinckley Road Stoney Stanton Leicestershire LE9 4LJ
Sharnford Surgery	Evergreen Hall Sharnford Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 3PJ
Village Hall	Sharnford Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 3PJ

Local Stores

Broughton Astley
93 Main Street
Broughton Astley
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE9 6RE
01455 282262
Store Website
0.11 miles

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SPAR Broughton Astley
SPAR Broughton Astley
Unit 5 Devitt Way
Broughton Astley
LE9 6NQ
01455 286370
Store Website
0.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Broughton Vet Group Ltd
12 Swannington Road Broughton Astley Leicester Leicestershire LE9 6TU 01455 282512 enquiries@broughtonvets.co.uk Website 0.62 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A The Park Veterinary Group
82-84 High Street Whetstone Leicester Leicestershire LE8 6LQ 0116 284 9944 whetstone@parkvetgroup.com Website 3.34 miles
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Mr Vet Ltd (Veterinary-Parasitology)
Unit M5b Elms Farm Industrial Estate Ullesthorpe Road. Bitteswell Lutterworth Leicestershire LE17 4LR 01455 324542 Info@veterinary-parasitology.co.uk Website 3.86 miles

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Farm Veterinary Solutions
Elm Park Industrial Estate Bitteswell Lutterworth Leicestershire LE17 4LR 3.86 miles

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Averley House Farm
Hinckley Road Sapcote Leicestershire LE9 4LH 01455 271277 simon.shonegm@gmail.com 3.87 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 4.94 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Fosse Meadows Country Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Fosse Meadows Country Park. This Area Holds Young, Predominately Broadleaf, Woodland With Something For Everyone. Plenty Of Wide Paths, Bird Hides, Open Grassy Places, Benches, And Ponds. LE10 3AB 2.84 miles From The A5, Take The B4114 Toward Sharnford. Once Through Sharnford, Still On The B4114, Take A Right Onto Frolesworth Road (A Brown Road Sign Will Direct You To Fosse Meadows). Then Take A Right Onto Roman Road And You Have A Choice Of Two Car Parks On Your Right, The Second Is Larger Than The First.

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Fosse Meadows Country Park
Country Park In South Leicestershire. Ideal For Dog Walking, Families And Bird Watching. Sharnford Hinckley Lancashire LE10 3AB 2.87 miles

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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 4.00 miles

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Burbage Common
Burbage Common Has Open Areas And Lovely Wooded Areas Two. There Is A Cafe In The Centre Of The Area Which Is An Old Farm House And Another One Which Is Open Less Frequently At The Main Car Park. There Are Two Main Wooded Areas With Nice Paths But The Open Areas Do Often Get Muddy In Wet Weather. There Are Various Streams Around For Water. Burbage Common Rd Hinckley Leicester LE9 8DA 5.02 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 6.36 miles Off Aylestone Road

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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 8.62 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	3.1°C	3.4°C	3.7°C	4.1°C	4.2°C	4.7°C	5.5°C	6°C	6.7°C	6.6°C	6.4°C	6.1°C

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Temp	7.9°C	7.5°C	7.4°C	7.7°C	8.2°C	8.8°C	9.5°C	10.4°C	10.9°C	11.3°C	11.1°C	10.3°C
Feels Like	5.3°C	4.4°C	4°C	4°C	4.8°C	5.8°C	6.9°C	8°C	8.8°C	9.2°C	8.9°C	8.1°C

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Temp	10.4°C	10.1°C	9.6°C	9.1°C	8.9°C	9°C	9.4°C	9.7°C	9.7°C	9.5°C	9.2°C	9.8°C
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