Castles · East Midlands
Kirby Muxloe
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Kirby Muxloe is a large village and civil parish in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England, west of Leicester. It is in the Leicester Urban Area. The Leicester Forest East parish border runs al
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Narborough · 7.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Kirby Muxloe is a large village and civil parish in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England, west of Leicester. It is in the Leicester Urban Area. The Leicester Forest East parish border runs along the Hinckley Road (A47). At the 2011 census, it had a population of 4,667.
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Official information
Kirby Muxloe is a charming village located on the outskirts of Leicester, known for its historical sites including the ruins of a 14th-century castle and a picturesque church. The village offers a variety of local businesses, community events, and recreational activities, making it a vibrant place for residents and visitors alike.
From the Wikipedia article
Kirby Muxloe is a large village and civil parish in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England, west of Leicester. It is in the Leicester Urban Area. The Leicester Forest East parish border runs along the Hinckley Road (A47). At the 2011 census, it had a population of 4,667.
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Background
History
The name "Kirby" comes from the Dane Caeri who established the community here in the late ninth or early tenth century. The settlement was known as Carbi, and then later Kirby. The village was recorded in the Domesday Book as 'Carbi'. (Caeri's settlement) with a working population of 8. At the time the land in Kirby Muxloe was owned by Hugh de Grandesmaynel and by William Peverel. In 1461, William Hastings, the 1st Baron Hastings of Hungerford, became the Steward of the Honor of Leicester and Ranger of Leicester Forest. His father, Sir Leonard Hastings, had owned a modest estate in Leicestershire and Gloucestershire, where the family had long been established. On 14 April 1474 Hastings…
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- Coordinates
- 52.6351, -1.2341
- County
- Leicestershire
- District
- Blaby
- Parish
- Kirby Muxloe
- Postcode
- LE9 2AE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Leicestershire
- Nearest railway station
- Narborough — 7.4 km
- Official site
- kirbymuxloe.net
Sources
- wikipedia: Kirby Muxloe (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Kirby Firth Nature Park
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Bury Camp
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kirby Muxloe?
- Kirby Muxloe is in Leicestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE9 2AE), in the parish of Kirby Muxloe.
- What is Kirby Muxloe?
- Kirby Muxloe is a large village and civil parish in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England, west of Leicester. It is in the Leicester Urban Area. The Leicester Forest East parish border runs al
- How do I get to Kirby Muxloe?
- The nearest railway station is Narborough, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode LE9 2AE.
- Does Kirby Muxloe charge admission?
- Kirby Muxloe typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Kirby Muxloe?
- The nearest railway station is Narborough, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LE9 2AE.