Cranoe

Civil Parish in Leicestershire Harborough

England

Cranoe

View towards Romans Farm The supposed route of the Roman road, Via Devana, runs across the view next to the farm. But it is not clear to me when the farm was built, or when it acquired its &#039;Roman&#039; name. I can only find it on modern OS maps, not on late 19th or early 20th OS maps — View towards Romans Farm Credit: Tim Heaton

Cranoe is a small civil parish located in the county of Leicestershire, England. Situated in the Harborough district, it covers an area of approximately 2.5 square kilometers and is home to a population of around 100 residents.

The parish is predominantly rural, characterized by picturesque countryside landscapes and rolling hills. It is surrounded by other small villages and hamlets, such as Church Langton, Tur Langton, and East Langton. The nearest town is Market Harborough, which is approximately 6 kilometers to the northeast.

Cranoe is known for its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, offering a tranquil setting away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern houses dotted throughout the area. There are also a few small farms in the parish, contributing to the area's rural charm.

Despite its small size, Cranoe does not have any significant amenities within its boundaries. However, residents have easy access to nearby towns for shopping, healthcare, and other services. The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas through a network of roads, making it convenient for commuting and travel.

Overall, Cranoe is a charming and idyllic rural parish, offering a peaceful and close-knit community for its residents. It is an ideal location for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while still being within reach of essential amenities and nearby towns.

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Cranoe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.551758/-0.882492 or Grid Reference SP7595. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Romans Farm

The supposed route of the Roman road, Via Devana, runs across the view next to the farm. But it is not clear to me when the farm was built, or when it acquired its 'Roman' name. I can only find it on modern OS maps, not on late 19th or early 20th OS maps

Tim Heaton

Cycle Route 64 crossing Langton Lane, Cranoe

A most enjoyable cycle route from Market Harborough (left) to Lincoln. Mostly gentle gradients, though a steep climb up the hill to the right.

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Fields south of Cranoe

Looking along the supposed route of Via Devana on the north side of the Welland valley

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Cranoe Road. View north-west towards Glooston

On Cycle Route 64 after the climb up Church Hill, Cranoe

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Andrew's Lane leaving the west side of Glooston

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Andrew's Lane leading to Glooston

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Gartree Road west of Glooston

This is the south-eastern end of the 10 miles of straight roads and byways leading north-west to Leicester: the Gartree Road; which follows the route of the Roman road, Via Devana. At this point the OS map marks the line of the Roman road a few metres to the left of the track, where there is indeed a slightly raised, broad ridge - the agger?

Tim Heaton