Welcome to Spinney Hills

Spinney Hills is a vibrant and diverse area located in the heart of Leicester. It is a densely populated residential area that is home to a large number of people from different ethnic backgrounds. The area is known for its bustling streets, vibrant markets, and a wide range of shops and restaurants. Spinney Hills is also home to several places of worship, including mosques, temples, and churches, which reflect the diverse religious beliefs of the local community.

One of the most notable features of Spinney Hills is its rich cultural heritage. The area has a long history of immigration, and this has resulted in a unique blend of cultures and traditions. The streets are lined with shops selling a wide range of goods, from traditional Indian clothing to African fabrics and Middle Eastern spices. The area is also home to several community centers and cultural organizations that promote the arts, music, and dance.

Despite its urban setting, Spinney Hills is also home to several green spaces, including Spinney Hill Park and Victoria Park. These parks provide a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of the city and are popular with families and young people. Spinney Hill Park is particularly popular, with its large lake, children's play area, and sports facilities. The park is also home to several events throughout the year, including music festivals, fairs, and community gatherings.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 9.1°C

Feels Like: 5.5°C

Wind: 17.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Hayles	Mere Close Off Mere Road Leicester Leicestershire LE5 3HH 01162624418 School Website
Bridge Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Jatinder Mahil	Mere Close Off Mere Road Leicester Leicestershire LE5 3HH 01162536092 School Website
Shenton Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Gita Patel	Dunlin Road Off Humberstone Road Leicester Leicestershire LE5 3FP 01162628778 School Website
Jameah Academy Other Independent School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Ms Sajeda Mulla	49 Rolleston Street Leicester Leicestershire LE5 3SD 1162627745 School Website
Jameah Boys Academy Other Independent School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mr Zainul Mussa	33 Wood Hill Leicester LE5 3SQ 1162927746
Charnwood Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms N Jassat	Nedham Street Leicester Leicestershire LE2 0HE 1162516574 School Website
Green Lane Infant School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Conway	Spinney Hill Road Leicester Leicestershire LE5 3GG 1162627050 School Website
Highfields Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Errol Rowe	Pluto Close Highfields Leicester Leicestershire LE2 0UU 1162531382 School Website
Spinney Hill Primary School And Community Centre Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Stretton	Ventnor Street Leicester Leicestershire LE5 5EZ 01162737047 School Website
The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School Other Independent School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mr Fahim Sader	97 Bridge Road Leicester Leicestershire Leicester LE5 3LD 1162767600 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Leicester London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB 0.72 Miles

South Wigston Kenilworth Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4XU 3.74 Miles

Syston Melton Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 2HA 4.24 Miles

Narborough Station Road, Narborough, Leicestershire, LE19 2HR 6.01 Miles

Sileby King Street, Sileby, Leicestershire, LE12 7RN 6.51 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Taxi2airport 07894 079076 Berners Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0AF 0.31 Miles
Apcabs 0116 298 6321 115 Willow Brook Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 0FH 0.44 Miles
Goldline Cabs 0116 276 2233 65 Uppingham Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 3TB 0.50 Miles
Star Taxis Leicester 0116 276 3322 65 Uppingham Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 3TB 0.50 Miles
Crown Cabs 0116 273 1111 Unit D 93 Gwendolen Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 5FL 0.51 Miles
Everest Taxis 0116 262 2122 68 Everest Court, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 2PN 0.54 Miles
Tele Link Taxis 0116 268 2222 95 Catherine Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 6EP 0.77 Miles
A B C Taxi's 0116 255 5111 53A London Rd, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0PD 0.83 Miles
Airlink Taxis 0116 261 0100 London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0PE 0.83 Miles
Highfields Taxis 0116 262 4004 The Weighbridge, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 1WB 0.83 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hartington Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodhill Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
St Peters Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cobden Street Meter Parcel Box Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Park Vale Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
St Matthews Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Sparkenhoe Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Christow Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Queen Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stubbs Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Railway Station Platform 1/2 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Vestry Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Russell Square Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
London Road (Outside Station) Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Belgrave & Spinney Hill Pcn Enhanced Acc 0116 4827140	Spinney Hill Mc 143 St Saviours Road Leicester LE5 3HX
Spinney Hill Medical Centre 0116 4827140	143 St Saviours Road Leicester LE5 3HX
Hilltop Surgery	56 Melbourne Street Leicester LE2 0AS
The Charnwood Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	1 Spinney Hill Road Leicester LE5 3GH
Merlyn Vaz Health And Social Care Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	The Merlyn Vaz Centre 1 Spinney Hill Road Leicester LE5 3GH

Local Stores

Evington Road
170 Evington Road
Butch Dept
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE2 1HL
01162 736251
Store Website
0.81 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Fosseway
Fosseway Service Station
500 Melton Road
Leicester
LE4 7SP
0116 261 0410
Store Website
2.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Leicester St Georges Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 6, St Georges Retail Park St Georges Way Leicester Leicestershire LE1 1SG 0116 242 6540 leicestercentral@vets4pets.com Website 0.44 miles
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Bell, Brown &Amp; Bentley
192 London Road Leicester Leicestershire LE2 1ND 0116 254 3255 richard.bell@bbbvet.org.uk Website 0.84 miles

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Medivet Leicester
192 Uppingham Road Leicester Leicestershire LE5 0QG 0116 276 0850 leicester@medivet.co.uk Website 0.98 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 1.71 miles
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Broughton Vets
29 Glenfield Road East Leicester Leicestershire LE3 5QW 0116 2517677 Leicester@broughtonvets.co.uk 1.77 miles
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Medivet Oadby
19 Stoughton Road Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4DS 0116 271 2856 oadby@medivet.co.uk Website 2.69 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 2.10 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 2.23 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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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 2.42 miles Off Aylestone Road

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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 4.90 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 5.40 miles Newtown Linford

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Bradgate Park
Bradgate Park Is A Public Park In Leicestershire, East Midlands, Covering 850 Acres. Lancashire LE6 0HB 5.79 miles Bradgate Park Lies 6 Miles North-West Of Leicester And 7 Miles South Of Loughborough.

Weather Forecast

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