As a youth, he may well have been familiar with All Saints Church, parts of which date back to Norman times. Sileby is situated on the eastern side of the Soar Valley, it is a mix of residential and light industry. Swithland is a pleasant Forest village close to both the Woods and Reservoir, which also bear its name. The village is known well beyond Charnwood for its dark blue slate, which produced roofing material from the times of the Romans to the 19th century. Cropston is a picturesque village, close to the late 19th century reservoir, which takes its name from the village.
Distances shown are in a direct line.
Distances by road will be longer. At the Gas Museum you will gain a fascinating insight into the story of gas past and present, with particular reference to the East Midlands region. Superbly restored Medieval Manor House with fine oak furnishings. Period Herb gardens. Where miners once spent long gruelling hours underground at the former Snibston Colliery, visitors of all ages can now have hours of fun unravelling the mysteries of science and technology.