Brooksby, Melton Mowbray, LE14 2LN

Brooksby is situated within the market town of Melton Mowbray, a town in the Melton district of Leicestershire, England, approximately 19 miles (31 km) north‑east of Leicester. The town’s character is shaped by its historic market tradition and community life. A notable feature of the area is Brooksby Melton College, a further education college that was formed in September 2000 following the merger of Brooksby College and Melton College. The college has a history of exceptional support, having been placed in exceptional support by the Further Education Funding Council in 1998, and the Melton Mowbray Further Education Corporation was dissolved thereafter. The locality is part of the LE 14 postal district and reflects the rural‑urban blend typical of the surrounding region. Residents benefit from the college’s presence and the town’s market amenities, while the setting offers a balance between local amenities and the countryside surrounding Leicestershire.