Quorn, Rothley and Mountsorrel are three picturesque villages in Leicestershire, each offering unique attractions and a welcoming community. Nestled in the scenic Charnwood Forest, these villages are perfect for those seeking a blend of rural charm and modern conveniences.
Quorn is known for its historic architecture and a pub for all occasions including The White Horse, The White Hart, The Royal Oak, Appletree and The Quorndon Fox. There are annual local events such as the Christmas Market and the Quorn Food and Craft Trail. For buyers looking for houses for sale in Quorn, there is a wide range of architectural styles and homes to suit all lifestyles, St Barts Primary School and Rawlins Community College sit in the village and are a stones throw away from High Street and Station Road which offer a range of independent shops.
Rothley boasts beautiful countryside views, historic sites like Rothley Court Hotel and its ancient chapel, and a variety of boutique shops and cafes. Rothley boasts two greens, Cross Green and the Town Green, the village has been inhabited since Saxon times, as evidenced by the ancient Saxon cross in the church graveyard in the village. It is mentioned in the Domesday Book. In the Middle Ages, Rothley was home to a manor of the Knights Templar, known as Rothley Temple, but now the Rothley Court Hotel, which passed to the Babington family after the dissolution of the monasteries in the 16th century. The knights Templar Chapel forms part of the hotel estate. In 1899, Rothley railway station was opened on the Great Central Railway, which is now part of the Great Central Steam Railway.
Mountsorrel is famous for its impressive Mountsorrel Quarry, local landmark The Buttermarket built 1793 and The Mount where the Mountsorrel War Memorial stands proud over the tranquil Soar Valley. The village also features the Stonehurst Family Farm, a popular attraction for families. It is also home to Johns House, Leicestershire’s only Michelin Star restaurant.
Each village offers excellent schools, friendly local communities, and a range of amenities, making them ideal for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a peaceful lifestyle. With strong transport links to Leicester and Nottingham, Quorn, Rothley, and Mountsorrel provide the perfect balance of rural tranquility and urban convenience.
