Parish in Melton, Leicestershire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.851, -0.917 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 73 28 |
The civil parish of Long Clawson, Hose and Harby sits in the borough of Melton in Leicestershire, set in rolling arable and pasture country of the East Midlands. The three villages retain a strong rural character with medieval churches, stone and brick cottages, hedgerow-lined lanes and views that reflect a long agricultural landscape.
Locally the economy is still rooted in farming and dairying: Long Clawson is notable for its dairy co-operative, celebrated for producing Stilton and other cheeses, which gives the area a wider recognition. Social life revolves around village halls, pubs, clubs and seasonal events, making it a lively, community-minded place while remaining within easy reach of larger towns in the region.
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