Visit Leicestershire, a county as famous for its battlefields as its Balti. Trace the footsteps of King Richard III to Bosworth Fields and reconstruct the War of the Roses. In Leicester, you can time travel past Saxon cathedrals and medieval guildhalls to space discoveries and shopping malls. There’s also a sizzling golden mile of curry houses to enjoy, and further afield from the city this obsession with food doesn’t change. The county can boast a vast covered market and makes veiny stilton cheese. Leicestershire thinks with its belly. Leicestershire has more than its fair share of water. You can boat canal staircases, scuba-dive in flooded quarries and fish in local reservoirs.
Leicestershire
Leicestershire
Visit Leicestershire, a county as famous for its battlefields as its Balti. Trace the footsteps of King Richard III to Bosworth Fields and reconstruct the War of the Roses. In Leicester, you can time travel past Saxon cathedrals and medieval guildhalls to space discoveries and shopping malls. There’s also a sizzling golden mile of curry houses to enjoy, and further afield from the city this obsession with food doesn’t change. The county can boast a vast covered market and makes veiny stilton cheese. Leicestershire thinks with its belly. Leicestershire has more than its fair share of water. You can boat canal staircases, scuba-dive in flooded quarries and fish in local reservoirs.
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Celebrate English literature at Leicester's Literary Festival
November welcomes Leicester’s annual Literary Festival organised by the School of English at the University of Leicester.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Enjoy boat trips and live music at Leicester Riverside Festival
Head over to the river for a fun-filled weekend of waterside entertainment and activities that all ages will enjoy.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Relax with style and fine Champagne at the Case
Leicester’s understated Champagne bar will draw you in from the street, or perhaps you’ll head downstairs to the sumptuous booths of the Snug.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Go on a ‘Veggie Vacation’ in Leicester
Herbivores need not have to worry about a lack of menu options anymore, for now you can enjoy a veggie and vegan friendly weekend break in Leicester.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Distill your own Gin at 45 Gin School
Have you ever wondered what goes into making the gin in your favourite G&T drink or cocktail?
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire
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See where Richard III's remains were discovered
The ‘Richard III: Leicester’s Search for a King’ exhibition is a must-see for history fans and provides an opportunity to learn more about the King’s life and death.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Explore the National Space Centre's rocket tower
Blast off to Leicester’s National Space Centre.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Experience Leicester's Festival of Light
Wrap up warm and cosy for Leicester’s spectacular Diwali lights switch on in October or join in Diwali Day celebrations through November.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Gastro glamping at the foot of Belvoir Castle
Pronounced ‘beaver’ by locals and literally meaning ‘beautiful view’, the Vale of Belvoir offers the perfect place to hideaway.
Location: Near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
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Take the cultural quarter trail in Leicester
Absorb yourself in rich performances and visual arts in Leicester’s cultural quarter and enjoy architectural splendour and fine dining.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Treat your loved one to a romantic getaway in Leicester
Explore the sights of Leicester with your loved-one on a city break this winter.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Discover the gruesome past of Leicester's Guildhall
One of the oldest civic buildings in the country, Leicester’s Guildhall stands beside Leicester Cathedral and has many gruesome stories to tell.
Location: Leicester
Price: Free
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Do your Christmas shopping the Victorian way in Leicestershire
This Christmas, Melton Mowbray town centre goes back in time to offer a traditional Victorian experience at the Victorian Fayre.
Location: Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
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Enjoy dinner and a show at Kilworth House Hotel & Theatre
Not many luxurious English hotels come complete with their own open-air theatre, but Kilworth House has always been a little bit special.
Location: Kilworth, Leicestershire
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Browse and buy from the Ferrers Centre Courtyard Workshops
You’ll find the Ferrers Centre Courtyard in the beautiful Staunton Harold Estate, a traditional country estate with a great Georgian mansion.
Location: Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire
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Sample the best of Leicester on a city break
Extend your visit to Leicester and sample this East Midlands city’s market shopping, outdoor pursuits and top notch curry.
Location: Leicester
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Sample local delights at the Melton Mowbray Food Festival
The East Midlands Food Festival in Melton Mowbray is one of the largest regional food festivals in the country. 2018 marks the 15th anniversary of the festival and as always, visitors will enjoy a huge selection of edible delights from some of the country’s finest producers, many from the East Midlands.
Location: Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
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Saris and jewellery to spices and dining on the Golden Mile
A trip to Leicester isn’t complete without a visit to the Golden Mile.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Discover Caribbean traditions in Leicester
Join the annual Leicester Caribbean Carnival in August with a parade around the city, culminating in an event in Victoria Park.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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Hotel Maiyango
Hotel Maiyango is a quirky, original luxury boutique hotel, restaurant and cocktail bar aiming to deliver memorable experiences.
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
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