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About Black Friars

Black Friars forms part of central Leicester, easily reached via the M1 (Junction 21), M69, or A47 depending on your direction of travel. The area sits just north of the River Soar amongst Leicester's historic core, with over 100 EV charging points nearby. The district's name comes from the medieval Dominican friary established here in the 13th century, whose stone foundations still influence the modern street pattern.

Where is Black Friars on the map?

Black Friars is in England, at 52.638, -1.143 - about 12 km south of Mountsorrel.

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76 chargers

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What is the closest airport to Black Friars?

The closest airport to Black Friars is East Midlands Airport, 30 km (about 29 min by car). Other airports nearby: Birmingham Airport.

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