Renowned worldwide for its production of pork pies and Stilton cheese, Melton Mowbray lies at the centre of Melton Borough in attractive and unspoilt countryside. The town is a typical bustling mid-England market town that still retains a busy street market (Tues & Sat) and one of the last surviving Cattle Markets in the Country (Tues). It has a strong local history linked to its local food delicacies and the ancient sport of fox-hunting. Although located in a rural setting on the banks of the River Wreake, the town is encircled by the cities of Nottingham and Leicester, and the towns of Loughborough, Oakham and Grantham (all within 30 minutes drive time). The town enjoys easy access both by road and rail, and is close to East Midlands International Airport.
The town offers excellent leisure and shopping facilities, including a traditional style cinema, modern leisure centre (with swimming pools, gym and squash courts), tennis centre and parkland areas. An attractive Country Park, prolific in wildlife, lies to the North of the town.
Local landmarks within the town include the cathedral-sized church of St Mary's which dominates the skyline, a row of 17th century almshouses and the medieval chantry priest house (which was included in the estates of Anne of Cleeves by Henry VII).
Melton Mowbray annually plays host to the largest free show in England, the "Melton Show". This event attracts visitors from far and wide, and takes place on the last Bank Holiday in May.
The Borough has much to offer visitors, with its peaceful, rolling countryside - ideal for walking and cycling its waterways - especially the re-developed Grantham Canal and its many and varied attractions including Belvoir Castle, Wymondham Windmill and Twinlakes Leisure Park.
This area of Leicestershire possesses a wealth of natural beauty and is unspoilt by commercialism. So, whether you are planning a day visit or a short break away from the hustle and bustle of well-known tourist centres, this area boasts something for everyone. Population 26,000
Attraction
Burrough Hill Country Park
Melton Carnegie Museum
Melton Country Park and Visitor Centre
Stapleford Miniature Railway
Twinlakes Family Theme Park
Wymondham Windmill & Craft Centre
Care Home
Classes
Club
Council
Dentist
Middleton & Kacmarczyk
White House Dental
Doctor
Dr J W Fenby-Taylor
Dr R J Thew & Partners
Long Clawson Medical Practice
Estate Agent
Anthony Hancock Estate Agents
Bentons
Commercial Property Rent from Pytliks
Connell Shakespear
Pell & Co
Shouler & Son
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Melton Mowbray Golf Club
Stapleford Park Golf Club
Inn
Harboro Hotel
The Crown
The Red House
Market
Melton Mowbray Farmers Market
Melton Mowbray Market
Pub and Bar
Anne of Cleves House
Berkeley Arms
Crown
Crown And Plough
Golden Fleece
Noel Arms
Rose and Crown
Royal Horse Shoes
White Lion
Restaurant
Anne of Cleves House
Apurba
China Rose
Half Moon Inn
Mamma Mias
Royal Horse Shoes
School
Solicitor
David M Irving
Latham & Co
Peter W Marsh & Co
Taxi
A 2 B Taxis
A B M Cabs
Deans Taxis
Handy Cars
Mowbray Taxis
Rencar Taxis
Theatre
Vet
Bray House Veterinary Practice
Sports Clubs
Egerton Park CC (Cricket)
Melton (Men's Hockey)
Shops
The Melton Bookshop
The Word
Amaranth Floral Designs
Boots
Rymans
Grange Garden Centre
The Grange Garden Centre and Restaurant
Dog Nests
Mar Pets
Milers Nurseries Ltd
Nice Nosh
Dorothy Perkins
Bowley's
Radleigh Footwear Ltd
Ash
The Fairtrading Post
Christopher Wren Gallery
Craftplay Factory Shop
Thorntons
Chiropractic Clinic
Brockleby Farm Shop
March House Farm
Far Fetched
Lloyds Pharmacy
Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Clarks
Cobwebs Art
Pets At Home
Bright Ideas
Antiques
Berlea Antiques
Treedale Furniture
Lavender Cottage Antiques
Activities
Melton Divers(Water Sports)
Places to Stay near Melton Mowbray
Harboro Hotel (0.10 miles)
A fixture in historic Melton Mowbray for over 200 years, the Harboro Hotel is now in private ownership and offers comfortable accommodation in 26 well-equipped en suite rooms. All of the hotel’s ... More
Quorn Lodge Hotel (0.32 miles)
A warm welcome awaits you when you visit this old hunting lodge. We have good business facilities for guests. The hotel is situated on the edge of a bustling market town renowned for its Pork ... More | visit website
Sysonby Knoll Hotel (0.81 miles)
WINNER - "Best Value Accommodation", Heart of England 2002. WINNER - "Best Visitor Accommodation", Leicestershire 2003 Sysonby Knoll is the largest and longest established family owned and run hotel in ... More
Grange Country House (1.76 miles)
A lovely country house in the heart of the Midlands on the edge of Melton Mowbray known as 'The Queen of the Shires'. Famed for its Stilton cheese and pork pies. ... More
Scalford Hall (2.56 miles)
At the heart of Leicestershire’s picturesque countryside, Scalford Hall Hotel, offers 88 en-suite bedrooms, restaurant, lounge and leisure facilities, is set amongst twelve acres of carefully landscaped gardens. This coupled with the fact that ... More | visit website
Dairy Farm (3.18 miles)
Dairy Farm Bed & Breakfast is located in the pretty village of Great Dalby, East Leicestershire. Great Dalby is just 3 miles from Melton Mowbray. Rutland Water is 8 miles away. Leicester and Nottingham are ... More | visit website
Stapleford Park (3.84 miles)
The Red House (5.30 miles)
The Red House Restaurant, Pub and Hotel is set within the charming village of Nether Broughton on the A606. This old coach house now hosts an award winning restaurant, a ... More
The Star Inn 1744 (6.84 miles)
The Crown (7.04 miles)
Located in the lovely stone village of Sproxton on the Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Rutland boarders. The Crown Inn and Restaurant has been recently refurbished by local owner Barry Spencer and now ... More
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