The heartbeat of Charnwood is the market town of Loughborough which boasts one of the greatest Universities in the country. Whilst the University may lead the way in Loughborough education, the Endowed schools enjoy a far-reaching reputation for excellence and the variety of state schools produce superb results year after year.

The centre of town boasts a twice weekly market on the Market Place which is overlooked by the elegant Town Hall along with many High Street brands mixed in with independent retailers including local butchers, greengrocers, Asian supermarkets and much more.  

The rich food scene sees restaurants providing cuisine from around the world and for family days out there is Queens Park with the Carillion Tower and local museum, Charnwood leisure centre, two cinemas, the Great Central Steam Railway and much more.  

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