Far Coton

Settlement in Leicestershire Hinckley and Bosworth

England

Far Coton

Market Bosworth Fire Station
Market Bosworth Fire Station Credit: Ian S

Far Coton is a small village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. The village is situated approximately 4 miles southwest of the town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch and is nestled within the National Forest.

Far Coton is known for its picturesque countryside and rural charm, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense woodlands, offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

The village itself is characterized by a collection of traditional, stone-built houses and cottages, giving it a quaint and timeless atmosphere. There is a small, close-knit community in Far Coton, with a local pub and a village hall serving as social hubs for residents to gather and engage in community events.

Although Far Coton is primarily a residential area, it benefits from its close proximity to Ashby-de-la-Zouch, which provides residents with access to a wider range of amenities such as shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities.

Historically, Far Coton was predominantly an agricultural community, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy. While the village has seen some development over the years, it has managed to retain its rural character and remains a tranquil and idyllic place to call home.

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Far Coton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.613715/-1.429297 or Grid Reference SK3801. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Market Bosworth Fire Station
Market Bosworth Fire Station
Walkers on field path Heading north towards Market Bosworth.
Walkers on field path
Heading north towards Market Bosworth.
The Battlefield Line, Market Bosworth Compare with this similar view taken 14 years earlier: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/590450">SK3903 : The Battlefield Line, Market Bosworth</a>. The permanent way looked in better condition then. All heritage lines suffered badly in the pandemic crisis with no revenue, volunteer labour stood down and paid staff likely to be furloughed.
The Battlefield Line, Market Bosworth
Compare with this similar view taken 14 years earlier: SK3903 : The Battlefield Line, Market Bosworth. The permanent way looked in better condition then. All heritage lines suffered badly in the pandemic crisis with no revenue, volunteer labour stood down and paid staff likely to be furloughed.
Market Bosworth Station Compared with this scene from five years earlier <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5319180">SK3903 : Market Bosworth Station in Leicestershire</a>, Market Bosworth Station is looking a little down-at-heel. In fact the intermediate station on the Battlefield Line is currently closed, with trains running through non-stop, probably as a result of Covid-19 disruption. The first vehicle in the siding is a former British Rail mark III coach.
Market Bosworth Station
Compared with this scene from five years earlier SK3903 : Market Bosworth Station in Leicestershire, Market Bosworth Station is looking a little down-at-heel. In fact the intermediate station on the Battlefield Line is currently closed, with trains running through non-stop, probably as a result of Covid-19 disruption. The first vehicle in the siding is a former British Rail mark III coach.
Market Bosworth Station This is the view of the station from the foot crossing at the south end. Although trains were running on the Battlefield Line on this day they were not calling at Market Bosworth.
Market Bosworth Station
This is the view of the station from the foot crossing at the south end. Although trains were running on the Battlefield Line on this day they were not calling at Market Bosworth.
Market Bosworth Terminus Buses on Arriva route 153 from Leicester extend beyond the centre of Market Bosworth to this point, simply described on timetables as Market Bosworth Terminus.
Market Bosworth Terminus
Buses on Arriva route 153 from Leicester extend beyond the centre of Market Bosworth to this point, simply described on timetables as Market Bosworth Terminus.
Heath Road, Market Bosworth
Heath Road, Market Bosworth
Shenton Railway Station Part of the Battlefield Line Railway, located nearby to the Bosworth Battlefield visitor centre.
Shenton Railway Station
Part of the Battlefield Line Railway, located nearby to the Bosworth Battlefield visitor centre.
Ashby Canal at Bradfields Bridge
Ashby Canal at Bradfields Bridge
Stables at Elms Farm, Shelton
Stables at Elms Farm, Shelton
A trap for the unwary! "Alligator's teeth" at the exit from the Shenton Station car park.
A trap for the unwary!
"Alligator's teeth" at the exit from the Shenton Station car park.
Shenton Station The southern terminus of the Battlefield Line, an heritage steam railway which runs 8 km from Shakerstone to Shenton Very quiet when the trains aren't running.
Shenton Station
The southern terminus of the Battlefield Line, an heritage steam railway which runs 8 km from Shakerstone to Shenton Very quiet when the trains aren't running.
End of the line The Battlefield Line runs into the buffers just south of Shenton Station, but the trackbed continues as a broad path for another 800 metres to reach the Ashby Canal.
End of the line
The Battlefield Line runs into the buffers just south of Shenton Station, but the trackbed continues as a broad path for another 800 metres to reach the Ashby Canal.
Shenton Station On the Battlefield Heritage Line
Shenton Station
On the Battlefield Heritage Line
Railway Station On the heritage Battlefield Line
Railway Station
On the heritage Battlefield Line
Route of public footpath passing tree Obviously, the path follows the grassed strip, it connects bridge 43 over the Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal with a minor road, ahead in the image.
Route of public footpath passing tree
Obviously, the path follows the grassed strip, it connects bridge 43 over the Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal with a minor road, ahead in the image.
Narrowboat 'Arc', moored beside the Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal. The Arc in view, looking north towards Bosworth Wharf Bridge, No. 42.
Narrowboat 'Arc', moored beside the Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal.
The Arc in view, looking north towards Bosworth Wharf Bridge, No. 42.
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal passing through Jackson's Bridge The canal heading north towards and beneath Jackson's Bridge, No. 41.
A muddy tow path!
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal passing through Jackson's Bridge
The canal heading north towards and beneath Jackson's Bridge, No. 41. A muddy tow path!
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Far Coton is located at Grid Ref: SK3801 (Lat: 52.613715, Lng: -1.429297)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: Hinckley and Bosworth

Police Authority: Leicestershire

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