Knossington

Settlement in Leicestershire Melton

England

Knossington

Cold Overton, St John the Baptist
Cold Overton, St John the Baptist Credit: Dave Kelly

Knossington is a village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles east of the city of Leicester, it is a small and picturesque settlement with a population of around 300 people. The village is part of Harborough district and falls within the East Midlands region.

With its origins dating back to the medieval period, Knossington is rich in history and boasts several notable architectural landmarks. The centerpiece of the village is the All Saints Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 13th century. This stunning church features a beautiful spire and is renowned for its intricate stained glass windows and ornate interior.

Knossington is surrounded by scenic countryside, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush fields, and charming woodlands, making it an ideal location for nature enthusiasts. Many footpaths and bridleways crisscross the area, providing fantastic walking and cycling routes.

Despite its small size, Knossington has a strong sense of community and offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub. The village also hosts a number of events throughout the year, such as fairs and festivals, which bring the community together.

Overall, Knossington is a tranquil and picturesque village, steeped in history and natural beauty. Its close proximity to Leicester and its strong community spirit make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

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Knossington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.669121/-0.815213 or Grid Reference SK8008. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cold Overton, St John the Baptist
Cold Overton, St John the Baptist
Sheep pasture near Owston
Sheep pasture near Owston
Bruce's Lane Signposted as a gated road to Somerby.
Bruce's Lane
Signposted as a gated road to Somerby.
Somerby Road Looking towards Knossington.
Somerby Road
Looking towards Knossington.
Entrance to Seven Cities Recycling Centre
Entrance to Seven Cities Recycling Centre
Knossington Road near Owston
Knossington Road near Owston
Crossroads near Knossington
Crossroads near Knossington
Muddy entrance to a grass field near Furze Hill Farm
Muddy entrance to a grass field near Furze Hill Farm
Owston Wood Road
Owston Wood Road
Bruce's Lane A public road though little more than a rough track.
Bruce's Lane
A public road though little more than a rough track.
Knossington, Leicestershire The Fox and Hounds and St Peter's Church, Somerby Road.
Knossington, Leicestershire
The Fox and Hounds and St Peter's Church, Somerby Road.
Coming into Cold Overton, Leicestershire Cold Overton Road from Knossington meets Somerby Road
Coming into Cold Overton, Leicestershire
Cold Overton Road from Knossington meets Somerby Road
Gates Nursery, Cold Overton A glimpse of the countryside beyond the greenhouses at this very large garden centre. Although it is so large its careful positioning on a slope facing out from the village means it doesn't dominate the tiny community. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.gatesnurseries.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.gatesnurseries.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for info on the garden centre and have a cup of tea at the lovely tea room while you are there, <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://homepage.ntlworld.com/thegalehouse/timefortea/tearooms/gates.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://homepage.ntlworld.com/thegalehouse/timefortea/tearooms/gates.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Gates Nursery, Cold Overton
A glimpse of the countryside beyond the greenhouses at this very large garden centre. Although it is so large its careful positioning on a slope facing out from the village means it doesn't dominate the tiny community. See LinkExternal link for info on the garden centre and have a cup of tea at the lovely tea room while you are there, LinkExternal link.
Church of St Peter, Knossington
Church of St Peter, Knossington
Knossington Grange from the south west
Knossington Grange from the south west
Waiting for the bomb that never came Cold Overton Monitoring Post <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.subbrit.org.uk/cgi-bin/webdata_roc.pl?fid=988730925.004001&query=OS%2BGridRef%3DSK%26pagenum%3D3%26cgifunction%3DSearch&cgifunction=form" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.subbrit.org.uk/cgi-bin/webdata_roc.pl?fid=988730925.004001&query=OS%2BGridRef%3DSK%26pagenum%3D3%26cgifunction%3DSearch&cgifunction=form">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Waiting for the bomb that never came
Cold Overton Monitoring Post LinkExternal link
Country road towards Withcote Keep going straight on and eventually Withcote is reached. Immediately to the right of the camera position is a council tip well away from any houses.
Country road towards Withcote
Keep going straight on and eventually Withcote is reached. Immediately to the right of the camera position is a council tip well away from any houses.
Barn near Knossington
Barn near Knossington
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Knossington is located at Grid Ref: SK8008 (Lat: 52.669121, Lng: -0.815213)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: Melton

Police Authority: Leicestershire

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Located within 500m of 52.669121,-0.815213
Knossington
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Pub
Fox and Hounds
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Bus Stop
Bus Shelter
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Bus Stop
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:10; Sa 10:00
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Post Box Type: wall
Ref: LE15 28
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Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
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Addr Housename: Bleak House
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
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Addr Housename: The Bungalow
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Power: pole
Source: Bing
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Defibrillator
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