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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.

  1. 16 Jun 2023
    A busy city street with outdoor seating

    The Muddy and Your Leicester Award winners!

    Over the last week, two of our favourite Leicester and Leicestershire influencers (don’t worry everyone else, we love you too!) have been holding their annual awards. The Muddy Awards and the Your Leicester Awards were voted for by followers of the respective platforms, and celebrate some of the very best places…
  2. 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…
  3. 31 Mar 2023
    Leicester curry awards night with a crowd

    Leicester aims to be the Curry Capital, with a little helping hand!

    While Bradford is a multiple winner Curry Capital UK, Leicester has long been famed for not only the quality of its curry houses, but also the sheer variety of Indian cuisine on offer. Leicester isn’t a city where Tikka Masala is the order of the day. From the…
  4. 31 Mar 2023
    Great central railway train station platform

    A year full of anniversaries

    In 2023 we’re celebrating a year full of anniversaries as a number of our attractions are marking significant birthdays. Take a look below to find out who’s lighting the candles this year. Newarke Houses 70th It’s not our oldest attraction (that would go to the Roman Ruins at…
  5. 8 Mar 2023
    A sunset over a beautiful landscape

    Celebrating amazing Leicestershire English Tourism Week

    This year English Tourism Week is all about celebrating everything amazing about our places, and Leicestershire is full of fantastic places to visit, a whole host of history, and some incredible people who have put the region on the map. We look at everything we have to offer below…
  6. 1 Mar 2023
    afternoon tea on a table

    The perfect afternoon tea for mother’s day

    Leicester and Leicestershire have some amazing tearooms, cafes, restaurants and hotels offering traditional, alternative and luxury afternoon teas to make the perfect treat for your Mum on the 19 March. Afternoon tea is a uniquely British tradition it was invented right here in Leicestershire, at Belvoir Castle in fact!…
  7. 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…
  8. 5 Jan 2023
    collage representing leicester comedy festival

    Leicester Comedy Festival’s 30th Anniversary!

    It’s a very special year in 2023 as we mark 30 years of the Leicester Comedy Festival. Starting as a student project at De Montfort University, it is now the biggest comedy festival in Europe. You can read the amazing story of its founding here. Shows like the Leicester…
  9. 16 Dec 2022
    Fireworks over leicester

    2022 in review (Part two)

    The first part of our review of the year was packed full of awesome events, new discoveries and the launch of a brilliant new campaign, not to mention some incredible sporting achievements. But the fun didn’t stop there. If anything it accelerated as the year went on and we…