Charnwood

Charnwood encompasses urban and rural areas across northern Leicestershire, with Loughborough functioning as its administrative center and primary town.

The district emerged through the 1974 Local Government Act, combining three previous administrative areas: Barrow upon Soar Rural District, Loughborough Municipal Borough, and Shepshed Urban District.

The district maintains multiple markets throughout the week, including Loughborough's retail market and specialized collectors' markets that draw visitors from surrounding regions.

Residents access both district-level services through Charnwood Borough Council and county-level services via Leicestershire County Council, creating a two-tier administrative system.

The district contains sections of Charnwood Forest, featuring granite outcrops and varied landscapes that influenced the naming choice during its establishment.

Location: Leicestershire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Loughborough

Website: https://charnwood.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.76900,-1.20400

Latest update: March 9, 2025 07:06