SYSTON is a thriving community in the North East of Leicestershire

First mentioned in the Domesday survey of 1086, when it was known as Sitestone, it is situated about six miles north of Leicester and lies on the famous Fosseway.

It was granted town status in 1987. It has a wealth of choice for shoppers, with many chain stores, independent retailers and a thriving modern shopping centre. There is also ample car parking available around the town.

There is also a wide variety of places to eat, from restaurants and cafes to public houses and takeaways. It is possible to enjoy not only British, but Chinese, Indian, and Turkish cuisine in the town.

Community Information

Community Centre

Syston Town Council and Community Centre
School Street
0116 260 7150
www.systontc.org.uk

Syston Library
Upper Church Street
0116 260 7877
www.leics.gov.uk/libraries

The County Practice

The County Practice / Syston Health Centre
Melton Road
0116 260 9161 / 0116 260 9111
www.countypracticesyston.nhs.uk

Syston Town News
0116 269 3221 www.systontownnews.co.uk
The Syston Town News is a community newspaper available between February and December. It provides the community with news, but also acts as a platform for local groups, clubs, organisations, schools and colleges.

Syston Local Policing Unit
1293 Melton Road 0116 222 2222
Open 9 am - 1 pm and 1.45 - 5 pm Monday - Friday

Attractions in and around Syston

Syston Country Market
Syston Methodist Hall, High Street 01246 261508
Syston Country Market is held each Friday 10 am - 11am between February and December. Local produce on sale includes cakes and pastries, bread, savouries, preserves, honey and free range eggs, plants, vegetables and crafts.

South Charnwood Swimming Pool

South Charnwood Swimming Pool
Parkstone Road 0116 264 0057
www.charnwood.gov.uk/leisure

John Merrick Lake, Watermead Park

Watermead Country Park
Fillingate, Wanlip 0116 267 13944 www.leics.gov.uk/index/environment/countryside_nature

140 hectares of green oasis. The park is a wetland area with over 12 lakes and smaller ponds. It is an ideal spot for walking, cycling, picnics, birdwatching, fishing or more active watersports. The largest lake - King Lears - provides excellent day ticket coarse fishing.

National Space Centre

National Space Centre
Exploration Drive, Leicester 0116 261 0261 www.spacecentre.co.uk

The award winning National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. Within the Space Centre's futuristic Rocket Tower, you'll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun.

Hazel Kaye's Garden and Nursery
1700 Melton Road, Rearsby 01664 424 578
Open March to October 10am - 5pm Tuesday - Sunday
Phone for winter opening times

A delightful garden to wander around and gather planting ideas, with a well-stocked nursery for buying top quality plants for your own garden. Plus a tea and coffee shop.