Before Syston was a town… it was a village like this. Quiet streets, deep roots, and generations of stories beneath your feet. Understanding its beginnings changes how you see the place today — the past is still here, shaping the present. #SystonHistory #VillageToTown #Leicestershire #HistoricUK #LocalHeritage #PastAndPrese | John Ghent Leicester Estate Agent

Loud explosion were heard for miles. After substation explosion in Syston this afternoon. A substation in Wolsey Way in Syston exploded around 4.15pm. Leicestershire Fire service attended from Birstall and Eastern stations. Updated Incident Information: An electrical sub station involved in fire which has spread to neighbouring garage and fence. 2 breathing appartus , 1 covering jet and 1 short extention ladder were in use. Hundreds of homes in the area are without power, Western Power are curre