Loughborough

Loughborough (pronounced "LUFF-burra") is a market town in Leicestershire.

Loughborough Halal Explorer

Loughborough's fortunes were built on engineering and textiles. Now, however and the largest employer is Loughborough University, this has a dramatic impact on the town. The 14,000 students account for around one in four of the town's population. This gives the town a younger profile than you might expect in term time but makes the place relatively quiet during the summer.

The university has a 437 ac campus on the mostly residential western side of the town. The campus occupies a band running west from the ring road to the edge of town, splitting the northern estates from the Forest Side in the south-west. The eastern side of the town, close to the canal and the railway lines is generally older, includes the town centre and contains more of the town's industry and industrial legacy.

In recent years the university has sought to promote itself as a centre of excellence for sport. It now hosts facilities for a number of national associations including the headquarters of the Amateur Swimming Association and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB)'s National Cricket Performance Centre. Loughborough provided the main camp for 'Team GB' in the run up to the 2012 London Olympics and the university's facilities were used by the Japanese Olympic team.

Travel to Loughborough

Fly to Loughborough

East Midlands Airport is 7 miles northwest of Loughborough. The town is well-connected to the airport by the Skylink bus service, a more direct link than via East Midlands Parkway train station.

By Rail

Loughborough station GPS 52.779075,-1.196047 about a mile north-east of the town centre and is served by East Midland Trains travelling from London Street Pancras International to Sheffield and London Street Pancras International to Nottingham and by Cross Country Trains to Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, and Birmingham.

By road

Loughborough sits on the main A6 road between Leicester and Derby and adjacent to the M1 motorway (at junction 23).

How to travel around Loughborough on a bicycle ?

Loughborough is on National Cycle Route 6.

By narrow-boat

The refurbished Loughborough Wharf at the northern edge of the town centre links to the Grand Union Canal.

How to get around in Loughborough

GPS 52.7495|-1.2073

Travel on a Bus in Loughborough

The main bus services within the town are provided by Kinchbus. Services to surrounding areas are provided by Arriva, Trent Barton, South Notts, Centrebus & Paul Winson.

What to see in Loughborough

A major remodelling of the town centre in the 1930s means that large parts of the centre were built in Art Deco style and many of these building survive. Of note is the foyer of Reel Cinema.

• The Sock 52.771035, -1.206836 - Market Place hosts the towns much criticised, but now much loved 'Sockman' statue. It's the work of Glaswegian artist Shona Kinloch and commemorates the once thriving hosiery industry within the town.

• The Carillon - 52.76938, -1.210476 - Carillon Tower (universally mispronounced ca-ri-li-on) in Queen's Park is the town's war memorial and the outstanding landmark. The tower is open every afternoon plus Saturday and Thursday mornings from Good Friday to the end of September. The Carillon itself is an Carillon|musical instrument of static bells played operated by a keyboard. Recitals are given on Thursdays lunchtimes and Sundays afternoons through the summer.

• Great Central Railway - Great Central Road 52.768617, -1.195689 ☎ +44 1509 632323 - The preserved station at Loughborough - - 1041774 Great Central Railway (legacy railway) A preserved steam mainline railway running on the old Great Central from Loughborough to Leicester North.

• John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum - Freehold Street 52.77326, -1.198763 ☎ +44 1509 212241 collection of the world's largest working bell foundry. It may be feasible to tour the foundry. Pre-booking advised.

• Charnwood museum - Granby Street 52.770526, -1.210495 ☎ +44 1509 233754 - Museum photo Charnwood Museum The small Charnwood museum occupies the old swimming baths in the Queen's Park. It contains displays on the history and geology of the area and some of the current industrial base of the town along with temporary exhibits.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Loughborough

Local events in Loughborough

• The second week of November brings the annual fair to the very centre of the town filling the Market place and surrounding streets for four days.

• Town Hall - Holds a number of arts and entertainment events.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Loughborough

There is a twice weekly market in central Market Place every Thursday & Saturday.

Muslim Friendly Food & Restaurants in Loughborough

• Fernandez Grillhouse - 7 High Street 52.771561, -1.205155 ☎ +44 1509 262828
• La Gondola Ristorante Pizzeria - 35A Ashby Road 52.772506, -1.212431 ☎ +44 1509 236467
• The Swan In The Rushes - 21 The Rushes 52.773632, -1.210041 ☎ +44 1509 217014

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Loughborough

Loughborough - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Loughborough, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Loughborough. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Loughborough and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Loughborough. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Loughborough. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inLoughborough: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Loughborough.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Loughborough: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Loughborough, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Loughborough.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Loughborough, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Loughborough, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Loughborough and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Loughborough, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Loughborough, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Loughborough without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Loughborough is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Loughborough.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Loughborough is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Ramada Loughborough Hotel - High Street 52.770996, -1.204753 ☎ +44 1509 233222
• Premier Inn Loughborough Hotel - Southfield Road 52.768553, -1.205279 ☎ +44 871 527 9314
• The Hunting Lodge - 38 South St, Barrow upon Soar 52.748665, -1.146367 ☎ +44 1509 412337

Travel Next

Notable beauty spots around Loughborough include:

To the west of the town: Garendon Park former deer park with limited public access but containing a number of Listed buildings and monuments such as the Temple of Venus. To the south-west of the town: Beacon Hill and the Outwoods and Jubilee wood which form the eastern edge of The National Forest. To the south towards Leicester is Bradgate Park; formerly royal a deer park and home to Lady Jane Grey.

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