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Leicester and Leicestershire are bursting with things to see and do, and we’re excited to share them all with you on our blog. Whether you’re a foodie, a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun day out with the family, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here. We’ll cover everything from the latest events and exhibitions to the best places to eat, drink, shop, and explore.
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1 Dec 2023
Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards 2023
Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards 2023
The Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards are one of the highlights of the calendar and this year’s awards, hosted by Leicestershire Promotions at Leicester Athena, were no exception. Nominees and their guests were treated to a delicious three course meal and a spectacular acrobatics show, before the awards ceremony…
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26 Sep 2023
The Leicestershire Curry Awards winners
The Leicestershire Curry Awards winners
Last night the crème de la crème of Leicester and Leicestershire’s Indian food scene gathered in Leicester’s Athena for the annual Leicestershire Curry Awards. This is the first year that the awards, set up by local businessman and journalist Romail Gulzaar, have expanded to include restaurants from across…
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15 Sep 2023
Leicester’s arts and cultural scene
Leicester’s arts and cultural scene
Leicester and Leicestershire are renowned for their vibrant arts scene, ranking among the best places in the UK for cultural and creative experiences from a booming street art scene, professional theatre and art galleries, to traditional arts and crafts, live music and large-scale opera. We’ve put together a…
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18 Aug 2023
A luxury getaway in Leicestershire
A luxury getaway in Leicestershire
Visitors to Leicester and Leicestershire can escape the ordinary in one of the country’s most luxurious destinations – whether it’s unique entertainment, a high-class overnight stay or elegant food and drink, the city and county offer indulgent accommodation and extravagant experiences for the ultimate luxury getaway. Opera in the…
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14 Aug 2023
Afternoon tea Week influencer takeover
Afternoon tea Week influencer takeover
Last week the UK celebrated Afternoon Tea Week! But what exactly is Afternoon tea? Well, it is one of the most British traditions that you can possibly find. It usually includes delicate pastries, little sandwiches, scones and cakes. And of course, the very best tea served in bone china.
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11 Aug 2023
A family-focused summer takeover
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,…
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12 Jul 2023
Olympic Leicestershire – the country of sport!
Olympic Leicestershire – the country of sport!
As the Olympics is about to hit our screens, following on from the excitement of Euro 2024, we’re taking a look at sporting Leicester and Leicestershire. We have a gold standard pedigree here, with our teams and sports men and women really putting the county on the map. Loughborough,…
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12 Jul 2023
Rider’s star slam dunks the Leap of Faith!
Rider’s star slam dunks the Leap of Faith!
Leicester Riders and British Basketball League player, Conner Washington and Hot Shot the mascot visited Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre for some basketball fun to support our Fitcation campaign. We invited Conner, who is one of the most decorated players in the game with 15 pieces of silverware, to climb…
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29 Jun 2023
An event to give you food for thought
An event to give you food for thought
Last week we hosted a special event at Stoughton Grange Farm Shop and Deli to celebrate our Taste the Place campaign and the Food For Thought element in particular. A location in demand We already know that Leicestershire is an incredibly popular place to visit, in 2022 there were…