When was South Wigston built?
1936
FORMER RITZ CINEMA, BLABY ROAD, SOUTH WIGSTON The building in its current form was built circa 1936 as a replacement for the original cinema built circa 1920.
Is South Wigston a good place to live?
For less than the average price across Leicester, Wigston offers great value for money. An ideal location for families, Wigston is a good choice for those contemplating living in Leicester.
Is Wigston a nice place to live?
Wigston is the most desirable place to live in Leicestershire, according to a Royal Mail survey. The study, conducted by the Centre for Economic and Business Research, looked at affordable housing, commuting times and green spaces. Newtown Linford, Kibworth, Loughborough and Mountsorrel complete the top five.
When did Wigston Magna and Wigston South railway stations open?
Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Wigston had three railway stations: Wigston South on the Midland Counties Railway opened in 1840 (dismantled), Wigston Magna on the Midland Main Line opened in 1857 and Glen Parva on the South Leicestershire Railway opened in the 1860s. However, British Railways closed all three stations by 1968.
When did East Midlands take over South Wigston station?
The station was managed by Central Trains until 2007, who operated all trains calling at the station; when the franchise ended, the station management transferred to East Midlands Trains, who managed the station until 2019, when their franchise ended, and the station was transferred to East Midlands Railway.
How often do trains run to South Wigston?
All services calling are operated by CrossCountry. South Wigston station’s two platforms are staggered, one each side of a wide footbridge over the railway. There are regular services to Leicester and Birmingham New Street: usually one train in each direction every two hours (Monday to Sunday), increased to hourly or even half-hourly in peak times.
Where was the down platform at Wigston station?
The main station building and ‘down’ platform was located north of the Blaby Road (B582), on the eastern edge of South Wigston. All evidence of the station has been removed.