Valley, The

Settlement in Leicestershire Melton

England

Valley, The

Coal stacks, Holwell Works
Coal stacks, Holwell Works Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Valley is a small village located in Leicestershire, England. Situated in the district of Harborough, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the East Midlands. With a population of approximately 600 residents, Valley is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting.

The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming woodland areas, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and walkers. The River Welland flows nearby, adding to the village's scenic beauty.

Valley has a rich history that dates back centuries. It was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, and evidence of Roman settlements has also been discovered in the area. The village is proud of its historical heritage, with several heritage sites and landmarks, including St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 13th century.

Despite its small size, Valley offers a range of amenities and facilities for its residents. These include a community center, a local pub, and a primary school. The village also benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and cities, such as Market Harborough, which provides additional services and employment opportunities.

Valley maintains a strong sense of community spirit, with various events and activities organized throughout the year. These include summer fairs, music festivals, and sports tournaments, which bring locals together and foster a sense of unity.

Overall, Valley, Leicestershire, is a charming and peaceful village that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and community spirit.

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Valley, The Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.766445/-0.93722009 or Grid Reference SK7119. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Coal stacks, Holwell Works
Coal stacks, Holwell Works
Disused entrance, Holwell Works
Disused entrance, Holwell Works
Remains at former industrial site
Remains at former industrial site
Melton Rail Innovation and Development Centre
Melton Rail Innovation and Development Centre
St. Bartholomew's church, Welby Despite its relatively remote position this is very much an active church. Listed grade II* <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1075115" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1075115">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>
St. Bartholomew's church, Welby
Despite its relatively remote position this is very much an active church. Listed grade II* LinkExternal link
Church car park, Welby
Church car park, Welby
Road towards Welby
Road towards Welby
Road towards bridge
Road towards bridge
Subterranean structure
Subterranean structure
Bridleway - solar farm on right
Bridleway - solar farm on right
Track near to Saxilbye
Track near to Saxilbye
Restricted byway near Asfordby
Restricted byway near Asfordby
Farm track alongside a solar farm
Farm track alongside a solar farm
Cattle pen near Welby
Cattle pen near Welby
Control equipment sheds No doubt for the two nearby solar farms.
Control equipment sheds
No doubt for the two nearby solar farms.
Roadside plantation, Welby The road is on the other side of the plantation.
Roadside plantation, Welby
The road is on the other side of the plantation.
Grass field and solar farm near Welby
Grass field and solar farm near Welby
Solar farm near Welby
Solar farm near Welby
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Valley, The is located at Grid Ref: SK7119 (Lat: 52.766445, Lng: -0.93722009)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: Melton

Police Authority: Leicestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.766445,-0.93722009
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 52.7677178/-0.9357333
Asfordby Valley
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Bus Stop
Roseberry Avenue
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Bus Stop
Roseberry Avenue
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Waste Basket
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Waste Basket
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Bench
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Post Box
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Bench
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North Chord Points
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
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The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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