The Market Town of Market Harborough in Harborough District of the County of Leicestershire
In Leicestershire’s Harborough district, on the border between Northamptonshire and Leicestershire sits the market town of Market Harborough. Served by the East Midlands Trains, this town is situated in an area which was formerly a part of the Rockingham Forest, a royal hunting forest used by the medieval monarchs. Featuring a beautiful pedestrianised town square surrounded by handsome buildings of varying styles and a high street that showcase many unspoilt Georgian architectures, this town is a great destination to discover and explore. A historic destination ideal for romantic getaways and pleasant family holidays.
Market Harborough is a good shopping destination that presents a good variety of gift and speciality shops. It is also home to Farndon Fields Farm Shop where you can buy the finest local produce the town has to offer. The town also has a great range of various shopping facilities like Sainsbury’s, Peacocks and M&Co. It is a shopper’s paradise that offers an excellent retail therapy.
The town of Market Harborough is also a great dining destination brimming with places to eat. From a good range of popular fast food chains and coffee shops that include Pizza Express, Starbucks, Subway and The Sandwich Shop. It also has a good selection restaurants and pubs that serve a delicious array of international cuisines, fine drinks and tasty treats.
Things to See and Do in Market Harborough
One of the top landmarks and points of interest in this town that visitors can visit is the Foxton Locks. A unique waterway around town that is travelled by colourful narrow boats, it is a very interesting attraction to experience. The Rockingham Castle is another great attraction to visit in this town. Of course, the magnificent Harborough Museum is another great attraction in this town.