Welcome to Rotherby

Rotherby is a small village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles east of Melton Mowbray and 10 miles north of Leicester. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic buildings. Rotherby is surrounded by fields and farmland, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the most notable buildings in Rotherby is the St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and features a beautiful stained glass window and a bell tower. Another historic building in the village is Rotherby Manor, a 17th-century manor house that has been converted into a nursing home. The manor house is surrounded by well-manicured gardens and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Rotherby is a close-knit community with a strong sense of community spirit. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, The Blue Bell Inn, which serves traditional pub food and real ale. The village also hosts a number of events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. Overall, Rotherby is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Frisby Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Charmaine Ainge	Hall Orchard Lane Frisby-On-The-Wreake Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE14 2NH 01664434429 School Website
Thrussington Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannah Roddy	Hoby Road Thrussington Leicester Leicestershire LE7 4TH 01664424421 School Website
St Michael And All Angels Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Neil Bardsley	Brookside Rearsby Leicester Leicestershire LE7 4YB 01664424453 School Website
Captains Close Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Sadler	Saxelby Road Asfordby Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE14 3TU 01664812630 School Website
Gaddesby Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Leigh Fox	Ashby Road Gaddesby Leicester Leicestershire LE7 4WF 01664840253 School Website
Broomfield Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Alex Allison	Ploughmans Lea East Goscote Leicester Leicestershire LE7 3ZQ 01162606704 School Website
Queniborough Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Hallam	Coppice Lane Queniborough Leicester Leicestershire LE7 3DR 01162606700 School Website
Ratcliffe College Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Reddin	Fosse Way Ratcliffe-On-The-Wreake Leicestershire LE7 4SG 1509817000 School Website
Asfordby Hill Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Philippa Millward	Melton Road Asfordby Hill Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE14 3QX 01664812244 School Website
Seagrave Village Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Litchfield	Green Lane Seagrave Loughborough Leicestershire LE12 7LU 1509812486 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Syston Melton Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 2HA 4.64 Miles

Sileby King Street, Sileby, Leicestershire, LE12 7RN 4.64 Miles

Melton Mowbray Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1AF 5.00 Miles

Barrow-Upon-Soar Grove Lane, Barrow-Upon-Soar, Leicestershire, LE12 8US 6.20 Miles

Loughborough Station Boulevard, Off Nottingham Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1EX 8.65 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Valley Taxis 01664 813400 14 North Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 3SQ 3.06 Miles
Queni Cabs 0116 260 2832 12 Beechwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 3DU 3.50 Miles
Airport Taxi Leicester 01509 814053 11 Heathcote Drive, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 7ND 4.28 Miles
Just Airports 0116 269 8600 9 Brook Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 1GD 4.43 Miles
Express Private Hire 0116 269 6565 9 Brook Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 1GD 4.43 Miles
1St Choice Taxis 0116 269 6999 9 Brook Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 1GD 4.43 Miles
Prodrive Chauffeur 07950 381115 20 Burrough End, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 2EW 4.45 Miles
Handy Cars 01664 563618 West End Travel, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 0DA 4.57 Miles
Blue Line Cars 01509 815200 24 Manor Drive, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 7RZ 4.67 Miles
Rencar 01664 501133 9 Mill St, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1AY 5.04 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rotherby Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hoby Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Hoby Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Frisby On The Wreake Po Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Station Road Rearsby Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Brookside Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Main Street Gaddesby Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melton Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ragdale Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Loughborough Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shoby Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Regency Road Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Asfordby Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Main Street Kirby Bellars Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Regency Road Surgery	Regency Road Asfordby Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE14 3YL
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
Dr Mk Lakhani's Practice 01509 816364	Highgate Surgery 5 Storer Close,Sileby Loughborough Leicestershire LE12 7UD
The Banks Surgery 01509 812343	9 The Banks Sileby Nr.Loughborough Leicestershire LE12 7RD

Local Stores

Asfordby
1A Bradgate Lane
Asfordby
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE14 3YD
01664 812203
Store Website
2.53 miles

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SPAR Melton
SPAR
52-56 Valley Road
Melton Mowbray
LE13 0DX
01664 565022
Store Website
4.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Nupsala Ltd
Leicester Road Industrial Estate 37 Pate Road Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 0RG 3.78 miles

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King'S Veterinary Centre
1293 Melton Road Syston Leicestershire LE7 2EN 01162 609367 syston@kingsvets.co.uk Website 4.21 miles

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Medivet Syston
1 St. Peters Street Syston Leicester Leicestershire LE7 1HL 01162 608030 syston@medivet.co.uk Website 4.58 miles

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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 4.78 miles
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Bray House Veterinary Practice
36 Asfordby Road Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 0HR 01664 562054 Website 4.80 miles
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Crescent Veterinary Clinic
The Crescent Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 0NF 01664 562142 4.99 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Melton Country Park
A Lovely Reservoir Walk On The North Of The Small Market Town Melton Mowbray. There Are 3 Varying Routes, And A Large Open Space For Dogs Off The Lead To Run Around. A Nice Range Of Paths And A Small Play Area For Children And A Small Cafe With Kind Staff. Melton Country Park Wymondham Way Lancashire 5.72 miles

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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 7.00 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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Swithland Woods To Rabbits Bridge And Beyond
Unnamed Road Loughborough Lancashire LE12 8JL 8.92 miles North Of Leicester At The Cropstone End Of The Reservoir Near Bradgate Park.

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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 9.33 miles

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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 9.37 miles Newtown Linford

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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 9.65 miles

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