Historic pubs · East Midlands
The Boat Inn
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The Boat Inn in England East Midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Melton Mowbray · 0.2 km
About
The Boat Inn is a historic pub in England East Midlands, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Place summary
The Boat Inn is a pub located in the East Midlands, specifically in Melton, an unparished area of Leicestershire. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, serving drinks and light refreshments. The establishment is situated in a region known for its rural charm and local character.
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- Coordinates
- 52.7622, -0.8842
- County
- Leicestershire
- District
- Melton
- Parish
- Melton, unparished area
- Postcode
- LE13 1AQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Melton and Syston
- Nearest railway station
- Melton Mowbray — 0.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26555740 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Boat Inn?
- The Boat Inn is in Leicestershire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE13 1AQ), in the parish of Melton, unparished area.
- What is The Boat Inn?
- The Boat Inn in England East Midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Boat Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Melton Mowbray, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LE13 1AQ.
- How do I get to The Boat Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Melton Mowbray, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LE13 1AQ.