Thurmaston, The River Soar c.1965
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The river weaves its way southwards from the pastures of Quorn and Cossington into the almost solidly developed northern edge of the city between Birstall to its west, and Thurmaston to its east. In 1965, there were just a few hopeful fishermen here, and some neglected boats, but now the area has been transformed into Watermead Country Park, with its marina, golf range, sports grounds and

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