Welcome to Cold Overton

Cold Overton is a small village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. The village is situated on a hilltop, providing stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is known for its picturesque cottages, historic church, and traditional pub. The village is also home to a number of farms, which produce a variety of crops and livestock.

One of the most notable landmarks in Cold Overton is the St. John the Baptist Church. The church dates back to the 13th century and features a beautiful Norman doorway and a 14th-century tower. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. The churchyard is also home to a number of historic graves, including the grave of a local hero who fought in the Battle of Waterloo.

Another popular attraction in Cold Overton is the Golden Fleece pub. The pub is a traditional English pub, serving a range of local ales and pub food. The pub is located in a historic building, which dates back to the 17th century. The pub is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, and is known for its friendly atmosphere and warm welcome. Overall, Cold Overton is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore.

Local Schools

School	Details
The Grange Therapeutic School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Sleath	15 - 17 Somerby Road Knossington Oakham Leicestershire LE15 8LY 1664454264 School Website
Somerby Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Andrea Brown	High Street Somerby Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE14 2PZ 01664504888 School Website
Langham C Of E Controlled Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Diane Rowland	1 Burley Road Langham Oakham Rutland LE15 7HY 01572722676 School Website
Whissendine Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sonia Schofield	Main Street Whissendine Oakham Rutland LE15 7ET 01664474695 School Website
Harington School Free Schools - 16-19 Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Mrs Stuart Williams	Huntsmans Drive Catmose Campus Oakham Rutland LE15 6RP 01572772579
Catmose College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Stuart Williams	Huntsmans Drive Oakham Rutland LE15 6RP 01572770066 School Website
Catmose Primary Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Stuart Williams	Sandringham Close Oakham Rutland LE15 6SH 01572772583 School Website
Brooke Priory School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Duncan Flint	Station Approach Oakham Rutland LE15 6QW 1572724778 School Website
Brooke Hill Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Moss	Brooke Road Oakham Rutland LE15 6HQ 01572724214 School Website
Oakham School Other Independent School Ages:9-18 Head Teacher Mr Henry Price	Chapel Close Oakham Rutland LE15 6DT 1572758500 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Oakham Station Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6QT 3.14 Miles

Melton Mowbray Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1AF 6.24 Miles

Syston Melton Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 2HA 11.68 Miles

Sileby King Street, Sileby, Leicestershire, LE12 7RN 13.25 Miles

Stamford Station Road, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2WB 13.77 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Berridge Taxis 01572 756088 Long Row, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6LN 3.05 Miles
Kevins Taxis 01572 720136 7 Heron Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6BN 3.41 Miles
Beast Of Rutland Taxi 01572 720000 12 Nightingale Way, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6ES 3.44 Miles
Rutland Cabs 01572 757891 21 Burley Cr, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7LG 3.47 Miles
Fox Cab 01572 720200 3 The Vale, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6JQ 3.52 Miles
Classic Rolls And Bentley Hire 0845 226 2826 28 Stamford Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6JA 3.67 Miles
Prodrive Chauffeur 07950 381115 20 Burrough End, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 2EW 4.68 Miles
Gabey's Taxi Service 0116 259 7711 Leicester Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 9DB 5.45 Miles
Mowbray Taxis 01664 483101 9 Mill St, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1AY 6.21 Miles
Rencar 01664 501133 9 Mill St, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1AY 6.21 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Main Street Cold Overton Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Larchwood Rise Knossington Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Knossington Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Whissendine Grange Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Ranksborough Hall Langham Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pickwell Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Melton Road/Well Street Langham Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Somerby Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Church Street Langham Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burrough End Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Somerby Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Whissendine Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Oakham Rd Whissendine Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Barleythorpe Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hornbeam Crescent Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Somerby Surgery 01664 454204	Oakham Road Somerby Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE14 2QF
Oakham Mi 01572 722621	Rutland Memorial Hospital Cold Overton Road Oakham LE15 6NT
Oakham Medical Practice 01572 722621	Cold Overton Road Oakham Rutland Leicestershire LE15 6NT
Oakham School Sanatorium	25 Station Road Oakham Rutland LE15 6QT
Market Overton & Somerby Surgeries 01572 490399	Mkt Overton&Somerby Srys Thistleton Road Market Overton Rutland LE15 7PP

Local Stores

Braunstone Road
83 Braunstone Road
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6LE
01572 720593
Store Website
2.99 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

HÖRmann Equine Limited
Wrights Lodge Cottage East Oakham Road Whissendine Oakham Rutland LE15 7HA 07713 477 323 info@hoermannequine.com Website 2.29 miles

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Rutland Veterinary Centre
Maresfield Road Oakham Rutland LE15 7WN 01572 770011 oakham@rutlandvets.co.uk Website 2.58 miles

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Farm Veterinary Solutions
1 - 3 Kings Road Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 1QF 01664 567481 farmteam@rutlandvets.co.uk Website 6.35 miles
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Kings Veterinary Centre
1-3 Kings Road Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 1QF 01664 567481 kirstie@rutlandvets.co.uk Website 6.35 miles

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Nupsala Ltd
Leicester Road Industrial Estate 37 Pate Road Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 0RG 6.37 miles

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Melton Vets
6 North St Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 1NL 01664 560364 meltonvets@gmail.com Website 6.56 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hambleton Peninsula Rutland Water
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk On Hambleton Peninsula, Rutland Water. Rutland Water Is Famous For The Number And Variety Of Birds That Spend The Winter Here. The Route Follows The Shore Of The Lake And Through Armley Wood. LE15 8TL 5.78 miles From The A6003 Roundabout East Of Oakham, Follow The A606. In Half A Mile, Turn Right To Reach Upper Hambleton.

Rutland Water Reservoir
A Huge Reservoir In The County Of Rutland, With Multiple Entrances. The Most Common Being At Whitwell, Sykes Lane, Edith Weston, Hambleton Peninsula Or Barnsdale. Walk Along Proper Paths, Flat And Hills. They Have Special A Dog Park And Wooded Walk Which Is Off Lead, Otherwise On Leads. Beware Of Bikes In Summer And In The Busy Parts. But This Place Is So Big You Can Get Away To Quiet Parts. Lovely Views, Water, Oats And Nature To See. Your Dog Will Enjoy The Smells And Spaces. Rangers On Site. Well Managed And Clean. The Lodge Stamford Road Barnsdale North Shore Rutland Water Oakham LE15 8AB 5.83 miles

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Exton Estate
The Exton Estates 6.87 miles Use The Rutland Council Website. Its Best To Park Around The Main Exton Village Green, Outside The Fox And Hounds Pub. Dog Friendly. Take The Lane To The Left Away From The Pub. Follow The Road Left Again At The Top, Curve Round Past Pudding Bag Lane. Up The Road To The Exton Farm.

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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 7.14 miles

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Yew Tree Avenue
Yew Tree Avenue And Wood Clipsham 11.00 miles Signed Posted, Set Back Off The Road Just Outside Clipsham

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Twyford Woods
Perfect For Dogs Who Want To Run Around, It’S An Abandoned Ww2 Raf Base So Has The Old Runways, Open Space And Forests (Forestry Commission). Parking Is Free, Safe For Our Dogs To Run Around Freely. No Bins So Have To Keep Hold Of Your Poo Bags. Shaded Areas If It’S A Hot Day And You Want To Keep Cover. Twyford Wood Colsterworth 11.67 miles Satnav Postcode That You Can Get Offline Takes You Past The Carpark, Follow Brown Signs When You Get Off The Main Road.

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