Welcome to Wigston Magna

Wigston Magna is a town located in the county of Leicestershire, England. It is situated approximately five miles south of Leicester city centre and has a population of around 33,000 people. The town has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. In the Middle Ages, Wigston was a small village, but it grew rapidly during the Industrial Revolution, thanks to its proximity to Leicester and the development of the railway network.

Today, Wigston Magna is a thriving town with a range of amenities and attractions. The town centre is home to a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St Wistan's Church. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, including the popular Wigston Pool and Fitness Centre, which offers a range of sports and leisure facilities. The town is well-connected, with easy access to the M1 motorway and regular bus services to Leicester and other nearby towns.

Despite its modern amenities, Wigston Magna has managed to retain much of its historic charm and character. The town is home to a number of well-preserved buildings, including the 17th-century Wigston House and the 18th-century Wigston Cottage. There are also several historic churches in the area, including St Thomas' Church, which dates back to the 13th century. Overall, Wigston Magna is a fascinating town with a rich history and a bright future, and it is well worth a visit for anyone interested in exploring the cultural and historical heritage of Leicestershire.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 7.3°C

Feels Like: 3.2°C

Wind: 17.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
The Meadow Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-10 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Allen Mrs Charlie Smith	Meadow Way Wigston Magna Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3QZ 01162887227 School Website
Glenmere Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-10 Head Teacher Mr Samantha Conlon	Estoril Avenue Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3RD 01162882228 School Website
All Saints Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Wright	Long Street Wigston Leicestershire LE18 2AH 1162880013 School Website
Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Wigston Leicestershire Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs A Gallagher	Shenley Road Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3QL 01162882203 School Website
Menphys Centre Nursery Wigston La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Laura Jeffs	Launceston Road Wigston Leicestershire LE18 2FR 01162889977 School Website
Wigston Birkett House Community Special School Academy Special Converter Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Mrs Chris White	Launceston Road Wigston Leicestershire LE18 2FZ 01162885802 School Website
Brocks Hill Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-10 Head Teacher Ms Sally Wicken	Howdon Road Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 5WP 01162714885 School Website
Little Hill Primary Academy Converter Ages:4-10 Head Teacher Miss Vina Pankhania	Launceston Road Wigston Leicestershire LE18 2GZ 01162811963 School Website
Gartree High School Oadby Academy Converter Ages:10-14 Head Teacher Ms Sonia Singleton	Ridge Way Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 5TQ 01162717421 School Website
Thythorn Field Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-10 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Price	Bidesford Close Wigston Leicestershire LE18 2QU 01162889040 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
South Wigston Kenilworth Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4XU 1.70 Miles

Leicester London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB 3.73 Miles

Narborough Station Road, Narborough, Leicestershire, LE19 2HR 4.73 Miles

Syston Melton Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 2HA 7.91 Miles

Market Harborough St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT 10.34 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Alport Cars 0116 257 1122 7 Glaisdale Rd, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 3YN 0.15 Miles
Grahams Taxis 0116 288 4401 34 Homestead Dr, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 2HN 0.57 Miles
Oadby Express Taxis 0116 216 7941 125 Rosemead Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5PP 0.92 Miles
Leicester Chauffeurs 07852 405405 20 Brabazon Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5HB 0.98 Miles
Drivemycarhome Co Uk 0116 298 6444 Brabazon Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5HG 1.10 Miles
Airport Specialists 0116 271 1451 21 Lowcroft Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5UD 1.18 Miles
G F I Of Oadby Taxis Ltd 0116 271 0869 35 London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5DL 1.20 Miles
Queens Cars 0116 271 2828 35 London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5DL 1.20 Miles
Central Cabs 0116 288 8100 Leicester Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 1JW 1.25 Miles
Aim Airspeed 0116 221 5000 69 The Parade, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 5BB 1.31 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Harrogate Way Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sywell Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kelmarsh Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meadow Way Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Homestead Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Welford Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Simons Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oadby Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wigston Peacocks Bell St Po Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Long Street Business Box Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Long Street Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Davenport Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Frederick Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Winslow Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Oval Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Oadby & Wigston Pcn Enhanced Access 0116 2166997	Rosemead Drive Surgery 103 Rosemead Drive Oadby Leicestershire LE2 5PP
Rosemead Drive Surgery 0116 2166997	103 Rosemead Drive Oadby Leicester LE2 5PP
Bushloe Surgery 0116 3440233	Two Steeples Med Centre Abington Close Wigston Leicestershire LE18 2EW
Wigston Central Surgery 0116 2882566	Two Steeples Medical Cent 10 Abington Close Wigston Leicestershire LE18 2EW
Two Steeples Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	10 Abington Close Wigston LE18 2EW

Local Stores

Launceston Road
Launceston Road
Wigston
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE18 2GL
01162 882279
Store Website
0.85 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Wigston
Oadby Road
Wigston
LE18 3QJ
0116 257 1391
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Oadby Vets4pets Ltd
186 Oadby Road Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3PW 0116 281 3322 oadby@vets4pets.com Website 0.66 miles
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Bell, Brown &Amp; Bentley
1 Central Avenue Wigston Leicester Leicestershire LE18 2AB 0116 288 6638 wigston@bbbvet.org.uk Website 0.78 miles
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Vets4u
Oadby Industrial Estate Leicester Leicestershire LE2 5NE 0116 272 9955 john@vets4u.uk Website 1.20 miles


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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk
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24 Hrs Online Veterinary Pharmacy at www.vets4u.uk

Medivet Oadby
19 Stoughton Road Oadby Leicester Leicestershire LE2 4DS 0116 271 2856 oadby@medivet.co.uk Website 1.47 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A The Park Veterinary Group
519 Saffron Lane Leicester Leicestershire LE2 6UL 0116 283 1314 saffron@parkvetgroup.com Website 2.48 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 3.24 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 2.45 miles

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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 2.97 miles

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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 3.00 miles Off Aylestone Road

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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 6.15 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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Foxton Locks Canal Walk
Foxton Locks Gumley Road Foxton 7.28 miles Well Sign Posted To The Car Parks

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Foxton Locks
Foxton Locks Are Ten Canal Locks, With Two ‘Staircases’ Each Of Five Locks, Located On The Leicestershire Line Of The Grand Union Canal. LE16 7RA 7.29 miles Foxton Locks Is Located South Of The City Of Leicester And Close To Market Harborough.

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Weather Forecast

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