Although over half of county residents live in the built-up area of the Cathedral City of Leicester, there are numerous villages and market towns in the surrounding areas to consider. Here, you’ll find opportunities for nature walking, cycling, fishing, and horse riding. History buffs will also enjoy well sightseeing of Roman and Saxon remains and medieval abbeys, and visiting the site of the Battle of Bosworth. Whether you want to live in a thatched cottage in a village, a period building in a market town, or a modern flat in Leicester, and whether you are a family or a young professional, Leicestershire offers the value, transport, and leisure you need for a high quality of life.