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3About Blackfordby
Blackfordby straddles the Leicestershire-Derbyshire border in the National Forest area, accessible via the A511 from the M42 or A42 motorways. The former mining village connects easily to Swadlincote, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, and Burton upon Trent for daily needs, with longer commuter routes to Leicester, Derby, and Birmingham. Some houses literally span both counties, with front doors in Leicestershire and gardens in Derbyshire.
Where is Blackfordby on the map?
Blackfordby is in England, at 52.758, -1.513 - about 4 km south-west of Smisby.
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EV Chargers in Blackfordby
- A511, Ashby-de-la-Zouch150 kW
- Resolution Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch75 kW
- Dents Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch7 kW
- North Street Car Park, Ashby-de-la-Zouch7 kW
- North Street, Ashby de la Zouch7 kW
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What is the closest airport to Blackfordby?
The closest airport to Blackfordby is East Midlands Airport, 22 km (about 21 min by car). Other airports nearby: Birmingham Airport.