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The gateway to the Soar Valley, the Fosse Way (the Roman road passing through), the Blaby District's market towns, and a Leicestershire village serving as a residential hub south of Leicester
A little history
Blaby sits on the Fosse Way — the great Roman road connecting Exeter to Lincoln — which gives the village its historical significance as a point on one of Britain's oldest routes. The village grew as a residential community serving Leicester.
The Fosse Way as a cycling route is excellent from Blaby southwards. The Soar Valley walking. Countesthorpe and Whetstone nearby for independent local food and community.
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Food & drink in Blaby
The village has local cafes and pubs. The Blaby District has good village pubs and independent food options throughout.
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Blaby's economy is primarily residential serving Leicester. The local high street has independent businesses.
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Frequently asked questions
The gateway to the Soar Valley, the Fosse Way (the Roman road passing through), the Blaby District's market towns, and a Leicestershire village serving as a residential hub south of Leicester Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Blaby worth exploring.
The village has local cafes and pubs. The Blaby District has good village pubs and independent food options throughout. Download Roam free to discover Blaby's independent food scene.
Yes — Roam is live in Blaby and across Leicestershire. Download free on iOS or Android.
Blaby's economy is primarily residential serving Leicester. The local high street has independent businesses. List your Blaby business on Roam to reach local customers in Leicestershire.
Roam covers all of Blaby including Countesthorpe, Whetstone, Wigston, Narborough, Broughton Astley. The Fosse Way as a cycling route is excellent from Blaby southwards. The Soar Valley walking. Countesthorpe and Whetstone nearby for independent local food and community.
