Gelsmoor

Settlement in Leicestershire North West Leicestershire

England

Gelsmoor

Worthington Lane Looking along Worthington Lane with rich farmland on both sides of the road.
Worthington Lane Credit: Malcolm Neal

Gelsmoor is a small village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. Situated in the heart of the East Midlands, it falls within the district of Harborough, approximately 10 miles southeast of Leicester city center. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, boasting lush green fields, rolling hills, and charming rural landscapes.

Gelsmoor is a close-knit community with a population of around 400 residents. The village features a mix of traditional cottages and modern houses, showcasing a blend of architectural styles. Its quaint streets are lined with well-maintained gardens and trees, creating a pleasant and peaceful ambiance.

Although Gelsmoor is predominantly a residential area, it offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a local pub, a village hall that hosts various community events, and a small convenience store catering to everyday needs. The village also benefits from a primary school, providing education for the younger members of the community.

For recreational activities, Gelsmoor is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and outdoor pursuits. The nearby town of Market Harborough provides additional amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

Gelsmoor enjoys excellent transport links, with easy access to major road networks such as the A6 and A14, facilitating travel to neighboring towns and cities. The village is also well-connected by public transport, with regular bus services operating to nearby areas.

Overall, Gelsmoor is a charming and idyllic village, offering a tranquil lifestyle amidst the natural beauty of Leicestershire's countryside.

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Gelsmoor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.761657/-1.399045 or Grid Reference SK4018. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Worthington Lane Looking along Worthington Lane with rich farmland on both sides of the road.
Worthington Lane
Looking along Worthington Lane with rich farmland on both sides of the road.
Newbold Village It is obviously the day for collecting rubbish in this village as all the dustbins are out awaiting emptying.
Newbold Village
It is obviously the day for collecting rubbish in this village as all the dustbins are out awaiting emptying.
Houses in Griffydam Griffydam strikes me as a very unusual name, but presumably it has some local relevance. These are houses towards the edge of the village.
Houses in Griffydam
Griffydam strikes me as a very unusual name, but presumably it has some local relevance. These are houses towards the edge of the village.
A road junction Looking from Top Road towards the junction, the road to the left is Rempstone Road, but to the right it has changed name to Ashby Road and opposite Top Road becomes Top Brand.
A road junction
Looking from Top Road towards the junction, the road to the left is Rempstone Road, but to the right it has changed name to Ashby Road and opposite Top Road becomes Top Brand.
Ashby Road Another view of Newbold.
Ashby Road
Another view of Newbold.
Melbourne Road Approaching a bend with road works that are round the corner but not visible at this point, though the warning signs are out.
Melbourne Road
Approaching a bend with road works that are round the corner but not visible at this point, though the warning signs are out.
Old farm buildings Close to the Melbourne Road the farm house and other buildings is given the name Newbold Gate on most maps.
Old farm buildings
Close to the Melbourne Road the farm house and other buildings is given the name Newbold Gate on most maps.
The former Queen's Head Inn The Queen's Head stopped being an inn some time in the late 19th or early 20th century.
The former Queen's Head Inn
The Queen's Head stopped being an inn some time in the late 19th or early 20th century.
House on Lower Brand
House on Lower Brand
Lower Brand towards Vinegar Hill
Lower Brand towards Vinegar Hill
Lower Brand at Rempstone Road
Lower Brand at Rempstone Road
Sign post on Rempstone Road
Sign post on Rempstone Road
Former blacksmiths and meeting house According to the blue plaque, this building was once a blacksmiths and a Primitive Methodist meeting house.
Former blacksmiths and meeting house
According to the blue plaque, this building was once a blacksmiths and a Primitive Methodist meeting house.
New Inn at Pegg's Green Great food and fare, but an accumulation of relics, pieces and posters which will haunt !
New Inn at Pegg's Green
Great food and fare, but an accumulation of relics, pieces and posters which will haunt !
Primitive Methodist Church This Methodists church in Coleorton has these two unusual towers at its west end rather than the more plain building front that we see.
Primitive Methodist Church
This Methodists church in Coleorton has these two unusual towers at its west end rather than the more plain building front that we see.
Inn Without a Railway It is some time since this inn saw the railway which ran just this side of it.  The 1940s OS map shows the railway as being disused.
Inn Without a Railway
It is some time since this inn saw the railway which ran just this side of it. The 1940s OS map shows the railway as being disused.
Footpath and Feeder This well marked footpath doesn't appear to be as well walked.
Footpath and Feeder
This well marked footpath doesn't appear to be as well walked.
White Chapel This Wesleyan Reform chapel was built in 1858.
White Chapel
This Wesleyan Reform chapel was built in 1858.
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Gelsmoor is located at Grid Ref: SK4018 (Lat: 52.761657, Lng: -1.399045)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: North West Leicestershire

Police Authority: Leicestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.761657,-1.399045
Bus Stop
Railway Inn Public House
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 260015801
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Railway Inn Public House
Naptan Indicator: opposite
Naptan Landmark: Railway Inn Public House
Naptan NaptanCode: leijgtap
Naptan Notes: Non-Hourly - County
Naptan Street: Rempstone Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7617163/-1.4025254
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 52.7590122/-1.3949966
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 52.7618852/-1.3957852
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 52.7646899/-1.3965402
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