Things to Do

  1. 5 Feb
    kids playing in a corn maze

    Looking to have fun on a budget?

    If you’re looking to have fun on a budget, we’ve put together this suggested list of free and reasonably priced activities for the whole family. So when the summer days stretch out, these are just a few of the things you can do with the kids for a great price.
  2. 3 Jul 2024
    Countryside view of green fields and trees with Highland Cattle in the forground

    Days out for the price of an ice…

    The summer holidays can be long and sometimes expensive, so it’s always good to have some ideas for days out that will only cost you the price of parking and a Mr Whippy. We run down some of the great things you can do around the city and county. Leicester…
  3. 23 Jan 2024
    Group of people at chocolate truffle making workshop

    Valentine’s Day experiences

    Looking for something a bit different this Valentine’s Day? Treat the special person in your life with a unique experience or fantastic meal to celebrate the day of love! Have an out of this world Valentine’s Day The Space Centre never disappoint when it comes to Valentine’s Day, and this…
  4. 11 Aug 2023
    A woman and child walking over a bridge in a corn maze

    A family-focused summer takeover

    This summer we hosted our first ever social media takeover with one of our favourite local influencers. Lauren from @laureninleicester has become known for her fun and informative posts about living in Leicester and showcasing great family activities. She’s someone who has lived in the city her whole life, and it…
  5. 16 May 2023
    A platter of food in a hotel reception

    Competition winner gives Leicester thumbs up

    Throughout the year we often offer some amazing competitions which allow winners to experience Leicester. Recently we welcomed the winner of our Christmas in Leicester competition, Craig Middleton, who talks about his experiences below. We were delighted to be informed that we had won this amazing prize on 12 Dec 2022, and collected the prize…
  6. 20 Jan 2023
    bradgate park on a snowy day

    Winter Walks around Leicestershire

    Frosty mornings, low winter sunshine, the long shadows, bright stars by night. Long winter walks are one of our favourite things, and we’ve put together a selection for you that will really help you to explore our region. Go grab your coat, scarf and hat, put on your best sturdy…
  7. 3 Nov 2022
    Frontage of a vintage game store

    A geeky guide to Leicester

    Do you know your D20 from your Donkey Kong, or your Catan from your Call of Duty? Then we’ve got the ultimate guide to geeky Leicester for you. Leicester has a long history of being at the heart of geek culture. We all know that the original Pallitoy Star Wars…
  8. 31 Aug 2022
    Two people on paddleboards in a lake

    Messing about on the water

    The sun glinting through the branches and dancing on the ripples of the river. Oars splashing in the water and the sound of crunching gravel as swans and canal boats glide by… Long bike rides and treks to the pub… Despite Leicester being about as far as you can be…
  9. 1 Aug 2022
    Belvoir castle from above

    Filming locations in Leicester & Leicestershire

    Who doesn’t love a good film? Rainy afternoon, cup of tea and popcorn…what could be better! But did you know both our city and county have been used as filming locations in countless movies? With the release of The Lost King, based on the discovery of King Richard III, we…