Broughton Astley

Civil Parish in Leicestershire Harborough

England

Broughton Astley

Leire Lane meets Frolesworth Road Credit: Dave Thompson

Broughton Astley is a civil parish located in the county of Leicestershire, England. It is situated approximately 12 miles southeast of Leicester city center and is part of the Harborough district. With a population of around 11,000 residents, it is one of the largest villages in the county.

The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, as evidenced by the discovery of Roman artifacts in the area. Over the years, Broughton Astley has evolved from a small agricultural community to a thriving residential area with a mix of modern houses and traditional cottages.

The village offers a range of amenities for its residents, including a variety of shops, supermarkets, pubs, and restaurants. There is also a medical center, library, and primary school, providing essential services for the local community. For secondary education, students typically attend nearby Lutterworth College.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, with several parks and green spaces in and around the village. Broughton Astley is also known for its extensive network of footpaths, making it an ideal location for walkers and nature enthusiasts.

Transport links in the area are excellent, with regular bus services connecting the village to Leicester and other nearby towns. The M1 motorway is easily accessible, providing convenient access to major cities such as Birmingham and Nottingham.

Overall, Broughton Astley is a picturesque village with a close-knit community, offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents.

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Broughton Astley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.533815/-1.228757 or Grid Reference SP5293. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Leire Lane meets Frolesworth Road

Dave Thompson

Broughton Lane

Dave Thompson

Farmland along Cottage Lane in Broughton Astley

Mat Fascione

Cottage Lane at Broughton Astley

Mat Fascione

The Red Admiral, Broughton Astley

Formerly the Station Hotel

Tim Glover

St Mary's church

The brook flows through Broughton Astley and is a tributary of the River Soar.

Tim Glover

Country road, Cosby

Richard Webb

Sutton in the Elms Baptist Church

Eirian Evans

The War Memorial, Broughton Astley

The War Memorial gardens, with St Mary's Church beyond

Kevin Flynn

Broughton Astley crossroads

Beyond the railings runs the brook which gave Broughton its name

Kevin Flynn

The Recreation Ground, Broughton Astley

Children's playground, football and cricket pitches -- and some magnificent old trees -- off Frolesworth Road

Kevin Flynn

The George and Dragon, Broughton Astley

Although, strictly speaking, in Primethorpe, the triangle of roads in front of the George and Dragon pub marks the centre of today's Broughton Astley. Between the red car and the keep-left bollard: Broughton's Millennium Stone (see Supplemental image).

Kevin Flynn

The Millennium Stone, Broughton Astley

Kevin Flynn

Overgrown Railway, Broughton Astley

Trees have grown high above the bridge parapet since the Leicester - Rugby line was closed in 1962. Taken from the bridge on Cottage Lane.

Stephen McKay

Broughton Astley

Broughton Astley has seen a large amount of new development in recent years. This is the south eastern edge of the village where housing has almost encroached as far as this footpath, which leads across the bridge over a disused railway, just visible in the trees.

Stephen McKay