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Bottesford Station

Welcome to the village of Bottesford. The village was built around the River Devon and is named after the ford, located at the centre of the village which almost circles the church.

About

The church spire you can see is that of St Mary the Virgin, the octagonal crocketed spire is considered to be the tallest in Leicestershire at 210 feet. The spire is also home to a family of Peregrines which can often be seen. The village is home to several pubs most notably The Bull Inn.

Station information

Bottesford station is the only station on the Poacher Line situated in Leicestershire. The station is unmanned and consists of 2 platforms providing step free access to both platforms via a foot crossing and step access via a foot bridge. There is free parking at the station and a beautiful community garden to use and enjoy.

Station facilities:

  • Waiting shelters
  • Help point
  • Toilet facilities located in the garden (limited opening)

Onward travel information can be found at traveline.info

Events

We have a very active and varied calendar of events here on the Poacher Line
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Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved from adopting your local station to schools and community groups producing wonderful artwork for our stations. Take a look at some of the work we have been doing and get inspired to get involved.

Discover

There are so many things to do and explore along our line. Here you will find details of great Days Out, beautiful walks and cycle routes; and details of the amazing places you can Stay and Eat. Where will you be going today?

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