Hinckley and Bosworth

Hinckley and Bosworth extends across 298 square kilometers of land from Leicester's eastern suburbs to the Warwickshire border, including numerous towns and villages.

The district was established in 1974 through the merger of Hinckley Urban District and Market Bosworth Rural District, following the Local Government Act 1972.

The area maintains strong connections to textile manufacturing, particularly through the framework knitting industry that shaped local development since the 17th century.

The borough council provides essential services including waste management, planning applications, and housing assistance from its administrative center in Hinckley.

The Battle of Bosworth Field site features an interpretation center at Ambion Hill, marking the location where the Wars of the Roses concluded in 1485.

Location: Leicestershire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Hinckley

Website: http://www.hinckleyandbosworthonline.org.uk/

Website: http://hinckleyandbosworthonline.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.61250,-1.35361

Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:10