Uncategorised

  1. 16 Sep
    Northern Lights image

    Northern Lights Leicester!

    Introducing Northern Lights Leicester, the brand new lights trail coming to Abbey Park this November and December, with lights, Christmas Village, and 11 spectacular light art realms! Northern Lights is set to transform Abbey Park into a spectacular festive experience this winter. Taking place from 18 November to…
  2. 15 Sep
    The front of Paper Wings cafe

    New openings in Leicester

    Since our last update in March there have been some amazing additions to Leicester’s high streets, with new retail offerings, restaurants, cafés and much more. Despite some doom and gloom in the press, Leicester’s empty units are filling up. Vacancy rates in the city are at 14% and stable…
  3. 11 Sep

    A Decade of Flavour: The Viva El Burrito…

    Meeting Daksha and Raj Saujani at Viva El Burrito just yesterday offered a vivid reminder of what makes Leicester’s independent scene thrive: genuine warmth, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the human element of hospitality. Having recently celebrated a decade in business on Belvoir Street, the couple still…
  4. 28 Aug
    Leicester Cathedral with King Richard III statue

    Heritage Open Days 2026

    Heritage Open Days is an annual event celebrating the history of Leicester and Leicestershire and gives you the chance to explore hidden gems and historic landmarks around the city and county for free! Running from 11-20 September we’ve summarised some of the top events taking place throughout the…
  5. 3 Aug

    Explore Blaby District on bike

    Get on your bike and explore Blaby District and Leicestershire on two wheels! It’s the perfect time of year to get out and about and Blaby is packed with accessible cycle routes so that you can ditch the car and get some fresh air and exercise! Cycling access…
  6. 13 Jul
    Mission Magpie sign

    The Haymarket Shopping Centre Community Hub

    Did you know about the Haymarket Shopping Centre’s Community Hub? First set up in 2023 as a pop-up creative space, it became so popular that the shopping centre set it up permanently. This great little spot has become not just a place for the community, but has created its…
  7. 9 Jul
    Pride Parade with a rainbow flag

    Pride in Leicestershire

    If there’s one thing we are incredibly proud of it is the way in which the Leicester and Leiceshire LGBTQ+ community celebrate during the summer. From the region’s biggest Pride parade and party in Leicester to the four events around the districts and market towns, it’s a fabulous time…
  8. 22 Jun
    National Space Centre 25th annoversary

    The National Space Centre at 25!

    On the 30 June, the National Space Centre will be celebrating a truly special milestone: their 25th birthday. It was on that day in 2001 that they first opened their doors to the public, welcoming curious families and space enthusiasts through the entrance for the very…
  9. 17 Jun
    Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe exterior

    175 Years of Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe

    This June we are celebrating a very special anniversary for one of our county’s most delicious icons. Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe was founded in 1851 and this summer are marking their 175th anniversary with a series of celebration events and special bakes. Pork pies are known around…