The parishes of Heather, Snarestone and Swepstone (including the township of Newton Burgoland) are around 15-20 miles north-west of Leicester. By the early 20th century, the brick and terracotta works had become a major employer, and both Heather and Snarestone had railway stations on the London, Midland and Scottish line. None of these villages had a … Continue reading Protestant nonconformity in Heather, Snarestone and Swepstone (with Newton Burgoland)