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Blaby sits about five miles south of Leicester’s city centre, functioning as a large, self-contained village that retains its own distinct identity despite its proximity to the city. The heart of the village is defined by a mix of functional 1960s architecture and much older survivals, including timber-framed cottages and the historic All Saints Church, which dates back to the 13th century. It is a practical place to live; the village centre provides a concentrated cluster of amenities, including a library, a post office, and a variety of independent shops and banks that mean you don't always have to head into town for essentials. Geographically, it is bordered by the Grand Union Canal and the River Soar, providing easy access to the towpaths and the green expanse of Bouskell Park, where the remains of a Victorian ice house can still be found. While the nearby M1 and M69 motorways make it a convenient base for commuting across the Midlands, the village itself manages to feel settled and relatively quiet, anchored by a long history that predates the Domesday Book.