Things to Do

  1. 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…
  2. 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…
  3. 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…
  4. 17 Jun 2022
    Fitcation Launch Event Team Photo

    Take a Fitcation in Leicestershire!

    As the summer rolls around you might have thought about getting out into the open, spending a holiday trying new things, or just challenging yourself. Our brand new Fitcation campaign is aimed at doing just that, with a huge range of activities across Leicestershire aimed at getting active. So whether you’re…
  5. 17 May 2022
    A high ropes course at sunset

    Family-friendly Leicester & Leicestershire

    If you’re looking for things to do with the kids in Leicester and Leicestershire, don’t miss these family-friendly activities for a great day out! Twycross Zoo No trip to Leicestershire would be complete without a visit to Twycross Zoo. Home to the largest collection of monkeys and apes in the…
  6. 18 Nov 2021
    a shot looking up at a church

    Four hours in Leicester

    In just 240 minutes Jason and Sekai from ‘jumpintothemap’ on Instagram managed to explore some of Leicester’s historic treasures. Over to them for a quick round-up of their time here. Leicester is the county town of Leicestershire and a city and unitary authority region in the East Midlands of…
  7. 3 Nov 2021
    a vibrant autumnal tree

    Autumn walks and woods

    The leaves are beginning to turn and there’s that little chill in the air that tells you autumn is well and truly here. We’ve put together a list of some of the best places to see the best autumn views, and get that perfect Instagram-worthy shot. City parks There are loads…
  8. 1 Apr 2021
    A man sitting on a bench in a park

    Spring Walks

    Leicestershire’s stunning landscapes take on a whole new beauty in the spring, making the city and county ideal for exploring on bracing walks. It’s the perfect time to pull on your walking boots and explore the delightful walking routes which criss-cross the region.  The Leicestershire Round The monster of all local walks…
  9. 23 Sep 2020
    King richard the thirds tomb

    10 Ways to Discover Leicester & Leicestershire

    Why not #Escape the Everyday and discover or even rediscover what’s here in Leicester and Leicestershire King Richard III Visitor Centre How could we not start with King Richard IIII Visitor Centre? Discover the place where the King’s remains were buried over 500 years ago and learn about the…