Built-up area in Charnwood, Leicestershire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.72, -1.143 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 57 13 |
| Population: | 17,297 |
| Dialling code: | 01509 (Loughborough) |
Mountsorrel in the borough of Charnwood, Leicestershire, sits beside the River Soar and the low-lying Soar Valley, a short hop from Loughborough and within commuter distance of Leicester. The village combines a riverside setting and surrounding countryside with a distinctive industrial presence: the large granite workings at Mountsorrel Quarry dominate the skyline and have shaped the local landscape for generations.
The settlement has medieval roots - there are earthworks from a former motte-and-bailey castle and an historic parish church - but much of its identity today comes from a mix of quarrying, small businesses and a lively community life with pubs, clubs and schools. Good road and rail links via nearby towns make it an attractive place for people who want village character alongside easy access to larger urban centres.
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