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About Leicester Forest East

Leicester Forest East lies on Leicester's western fringe where the city meets Leicestershire countryside. Junction 21 of the M1 provides excellent motorway access, whilst the A46 Western Bypass connects to Birmingham and Coventry routes. With over 100 EV charging points nearby, it's well-equipped for modern travel. The area is famous for its M1 services, one of Britain's first motorway service stations, featuring the iconic bridge design that spans both carriageways since 1966.

Where is Leicester Forest East on the map?

Leicester Forest East is in England, at 52.625, -1.218 - about 18 km south-west of Mountsorrel.

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EV Chargers in Leicester Forest East

76 chargers

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Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Leicester Forest East. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.

Pub Crawl Golf: Leicester Forest East9 holes, one ball

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What is the closest airport to Leicester Forest East?

The closest airport to Leicester Forest East is East Midlands Airport, 31 km (about 28 min by car). Other airports nearby: Birmingham Airport.

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