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The Borough of Melton is an attractive rural area in the north-east of Leicestershire at the heart of the East Midlands. Steeped in rural tradition, this part of the country is famous for its fine food and drink, including Melton Mowbray pork pies, Stilton© cheese and locally brewed ale.

Melton Mowbray is often referred as the country’s Rural Capital of Food and Drink and is well known for its rich history and heritage.

Melton Mowbray lies at the heart of Melton Borough and is a historic market town which provides most of the Borough with day-to- day services and is bustling with activity on Tuesdays, when both street and cattle markets are held.