Ashby is a historic market town in North West Leicestershire. It sits just off the A42, with easy links to the M42, M1 and A50, making it a great base for commuters to Birmingham, Derby, Leicester and Nottingham.
The town is full of character, with the ruins of Ashby Castle at its heart, famously featured in Sir Walter Scott’s Ivanhoe. Ashby’s attractive high street is lined with independent shops, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, giving it a strong sense of community.
There are excellent leisure options locally, from Hood Park Leisure Centre with its outdoor lido, to golf courses, tennis clubs and beautiful country walks in the nearby National Forest. The town also hosts regular markets and community events throughout the year.
Families are well served with a good choice of schools, including Ashby School and Ivanhoe College, both well-regarded locally.
Ashby offers a sought-after lifestyle in a picturesque market town setting.
