Loughborough, a university town, the university is renown for its sports faculty.
Located on an old site, the town prospered on wool, hosiery, knitwear and lace and the 1778 canal opening helped its 19th century industrial expansion, it was the one of the first towns to have proper sewage and drinking water supplies.
There is a good shopping centre with Carillon Court, a covered shopping mall, and Churchgate, now pedestrianised, is one of the old streets.
Loughborough has a Tourist Information CentreCharnwood Museum Queens Hall, Granby Street, Loughborough LE11 3DU
All about the Charnwood area. Charnwood Museum information
Bell Foundry Museum John Taylor & Co, The Bellfoundry, Freehold Street, Loughborough LE11 1AR
The historic John Taylor premises with a well-equipped working bell factory. Bell Foundry Museum information
Beacon Hill Country Park off Beacon Road, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough LE12 8SR
Enjoy a day in the country, with the best viewpoints in the area. Beacon Hill Country Park information
Great Central Railway Loughborough Central Station, Great Central Road, Loughborough LE11 1RW
Take a ride on the steam train. Great Central Railway information
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Loughborough University, Ashby Road Entrance (A512) Loughborough LE11 3TD MAP Situated within the grounds of Loughborough University, Burleigh Court offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, spacious and modern rooms, a gym with sauna, indoor heated swimming pool, and a restaurant. More Information and Book ... |
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New Ashby Road Loughborough LE11 4EX MAP Link Hotel offers air-conditioned en suite rooms, a lounge bar and dining facilities. It is just off junction 23 of the M1, close to Loughborough University. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are also available. More Information and Book ... |
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High Street Loughborough LE11 2QL MAP This Georgian-style town house hotel is located in the heart of the market town of Loughborough, a 10-minute walk to the train station. It has a restaurant, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and free parking. More Information and Book ... |
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Charnwod Ho/66 Leicester Road Quorn Loughborough LE12 8BB MAP With the River Soar meandering through the landscaped grounds, the 4-star Quorn Country Hotel is in the Leicestershire countryside, just outside of Loughborough. Bedrooms feature en suite bathrooms and TVs. More Information and Book ... |
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Main Street Rempstone near Loughborough LE12 6RH MAP This 19th century guest house with bar is by the A60 and A6006 and offers large bedrooms and a home-cooked breakfast using local produce. More Information and Book ... |
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136 Leicester Road Loughborough LE11 2AQ MAP This 4-star guest house is set in picturesque gardens, 600 metres from Loughborough town centre. It has free parking, free Wi-Fi and large en suite rooms with TVs, radios and tea/coffee. More Information and Book ... |
Visit the town of Ashby de la Zouch or try a day out in Leicester for shopping and a wander around the museums.
Towns Near Loughborough To Visit - straight line distance:
Kegworth (5.35 miles) Coalville (7.54 miles) Ruddington (8.63 miles) Melbourne (9.90 miles)
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