Coleorton Moor

Settlement in Leicestershire North West Leicestershire

England

Coleorton Moor

Swannington landmark house before conversion into three properties Corner of Spring Lane & Main Street Swannington.  Original house built in late 1800's or early 1900. Built level with what was a dirt road but with the advent of motor vehicles and tarmac is now 18" or more lower than pavement. Part used as a butchers shop initially but had a varied history.
Swannington landmark house before conversion into three properties Credit: Jim Messenger

Coleorton Moor is a small village located in the county of Leicestershire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the National Forest, it lies approximately 3 miles southwest of the town of Coalville. The village is primarily rural in nature, with a population of around 500 residents.

The landscape of Coleorton Moor is characterized by rolling hills and open fields, providing picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. The village is surrounded by farmland, with agricultural activities playing a significant role in the local economy.

Historically, Coleorton Moor has been known for its mining industry, particularly coal mining, which was a prominent economic activity in the area during the 19th and 20th centuries. However, the decline of the coal industry in the latter half of the 20th century led to a shift in the village's economic focus.

Today, Coleorton Moor is a peaceful and quiet village, known for its charming rural atmosphere. The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, with a small number of amenities including a village hall and a local pub. It is also home to Coleorton Primary School, providing education for children in the area.

The village is well-positioned for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling routes in the vicinity. The nearby National Forest offers opportunities for nature exploration and outdoor activities, making Coleorton Moor an attractive destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the English countryside.

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Coleorton Moor Images

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Swannington landmark house before conversion into three properties Corner of Spring Lane & Main Street Swannington.  Original house built in late 1800's or early 1900. Built level with what was a dirt road but with the advent of motor vehicles and tarmac is now 18" or more lower than pavement. Part used as a butchers shop initially but had a varied history.
Swannington landmark house before conversion into three properties
Corner of Spring Lane & Main Street Swannington. Original house built in late 1800's or early 1900. Built level with what was a dirt road but with the advent of motor vehicles and tarmac is now 18" or more lower than pavement. Part used as a butchers shop initially but had a varied history.
The Fountain Inn, Main Street, Swannington The Fountain Inn which had a large car park on left and garden at rear. Developers were just starting work to convert the pub into a house and build three further houses on the car park
The Fountain Inn, Main Street, Swannington
The Fountain Inn which had a large car park on left and garden at rear. Developers were just starting work to convert the pub into a house and build three further houses on the car park
Footpath level crossing at Sinope
Footpath level crossing at Sinope
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.
St Mary, Coleorton
St Mary, Coleorton
Coleorton motocross circuit On the north-west side of Rempstone Road near Coleorton Hall.
Coleorton motocross circuit
On the north-west side of Rempstone Road near Coleorton Hall.
Rempstone Road Looking north-east along the B5324 near Coleorton Hall on a very cold January morning.
Rempstone Road
Looking north-east along the B5324 near Coleorton Hall on a very cold January morning.
Autumn comes to New Lount nature reserve The leaves descend from trees to the footpath at New Lount nature reserve, created from the former colliery.
Autumn comes to New Lount nature reserve
The leaves descend from trees to the footpath at New Lount nature reserve, created from the former colliery.
Towards A511 Ashby Road
Towards A511 Ashby Road
Fields at Farm Town
Fields at Farm Town
Pond at New Lount Nature Reserve This pond has been created on top of the former waste heap of New Lount Colliery, which operated from 1924 to 1968. The colliery site was landscaped in 1986 to create a popular nature reserve.
Pond at New Lount Nature Reserve
This pond has been created on top of the former waste heap of New Lount Colliery, which operated from 1924 to 1968. The colliery site was landscaped in 1986 to create a popular nature reserve.
Lane off the A511
Lane off the A511
Path round Blackberry wood
Path round Blackberry wood
The road into Farm Town
The road into Farm Town
Field entrance
Field entrance
Plantation in the field
Plantation in the field
Footpath to Farm Town
Footpath to Farm Town
Stile and path over the field
Stile and path over the field
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Coleorton Moor is located at Grid Ref: SK4016 (Lat: 52.745502, Lng: -1.404452)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: North West Leicestershire

Police Authority: Leicestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.745502,-1.404452
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Bus Stop
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Power: tower
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