Horwood Gardens

At Horwood Gardens, town charm meets countryside serenity. Residents will enjoy a peaceful escape with city access, excellent schools, and a vibrant community. The area's rich history is there to be explored, along with lush green spaces and a thriving local culture. From families to professionals, Oadby is the perfect place for those seeking a harmonious and fulfilling life in the heart of Leicestershire.

Horwood Gardens is found in Oadby, just a short drive from central Leicester and its amenities. The development sits under the administration of Leicestershire County Council and, for local matters, Oadby and Wigston District Council.

A plethora of shopping opportunities is available to homeowners at Horwood Gardens. Everything from pottery and painting to boutique fashion is available within the independent shops of Stoughton Grange Shopping Village, while familiar high street stores are found in Central Leicester. High Cross Mall houses more than 150 shops, while the covered market in Leicester has been the largest in Europe since its inception in the 14th century.

For dining, homeowners are spoilt for choice. Chain restaurants are found throughout Leicester, and independent restaurants complement these options. Central Leicester is known for its thriving café culture, and Oadby also has outstanding cafes of its own.

The combination of vast outdoor spaces and close proximity to built-up areas of Central Leicester makes Oadby an ideal leisure destination. Outdoor pursuits include a visit to one of the best driving ranges in the UK at Leicester Golf Centre, a stroll to see Shady Lane Arboretum’s trees, wildlife, and grassland, or exploring the University of Leicester Botanic Garden, complete with stunning sculptures, rare plants, and spectacular water features.

In Central Leicester, a range of activities is also available, including bowling, visits to multi-screen cinemas and theatres, Premier League football at the King Power stadium, and encounters with wonders beyond our galaxy at the National Space Centre.

Education centres in Oadby ensure a high level of achievement, and the area is home to primary and secondary schools alongside fantastic local college. For primary education, Brocks Hill Primary School and Glenmere Community Primary School are well regarded by students, parents, and governing bodies. Two of the top-performing schools in Oadby, Beauchamp College and Gartree High School, have further claims to fame. John Deacon, best known as the bassist for rock legends Queen, attended both schools as a young man.

For children with additional needs, Millgate School is on hand to provide exceptional services.

The development also has close proximity to the University of Leicester, with the main campus just 3 miles from Horwood Gardens.

Oadby’s close proximity to Leicester means that it benefits from excellent transport links. The A6 dual carriageway passes through the town from north to south. This road connects Luton to Carlisle, and this means that key locations are easily accessible for residents of Horwood Gardens. For rail travel, the closest stations are equidistant from the development; Leicester and South Wigstan are both 3 miles away.