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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. 30 Oct 2020
    Vegan sweet potato loaded fries in a bowl on a table platter

    Vegan Leicester

    Vegan Food in Leicester Over the past few years veganism has increased in popularity with dedicated restaurants and cafes popping up in towns and cities everywhere. Now here’s a fact you may not know…the word ‘vegan’ was coined in Leicester by vegan activist Donald Watson and his then girlfriend Dorothy…
  2. 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…
  3. 22 Sep 2020
    An old steam train going over a bridge

    10 ways to Escape the Everyday in leicester and Leicestershire

    Do you feel like you need a change of scenery? Maybe a little break from the norm? We’ve put together a short selection of all the ways that we recommend to #EscapeTheEveryday in Leicester & Leicestershire.  Enjoy the Outdoors With the stunning autumnal colours starting to appear in the coming…
  4. 12 Aug 2019
    two deer rutting antlers in a foggy morning

    The Most Instagrammable Spots in Leicestershire

    All the top photo spots in Leicester & Leicestershire They say a picture is worth a thousand words and, at a time when Instagram rules the world, it’s as relevant as ever! Instagram provides a wealth of inspiration for places to visit in just a few clicks and a gateway…
  5. 26 Jul 2019
    Two people eating a picnic on a bench in a park

    Leicester’s Best Picnic Spots

    You don’t need an excuse to pack up a pork pie and fill up a flask, but it’s National Picnic Week this month – and if that’s not a reason to roll out a blanket and share out the sandwiches in the sunshine, we don’t know what is. Leicestershire’s parks and…
  6. 9 May 2019
    two re-enactors of Dr Who

    Rainy Day Attractions

    We love to talk about the weather don’t we and boy is it miserable out there. It’s enough to make you want to get on a plane and travel to sunnier climes! We know it’s rainy and cold out there but don’t let that impact your zest for life, because…
  7. 12 Apr 2019
    serving dishes full of curry

    There’s curry… then there’s Leicester curry

    As one of the most diverse places in the UK, you’re never too far away from a scrumptious and flavoursome curry. As it’s National Curry Week we thought we’d bring you all the wonderful places to grab a delectable curry. It’s not as simple as it sounds since there is so…
  8. 1 Oct 2018
    a coffee being poured with an intricate design

    Coffee in Leicester

    Latte art, anyone? All cities have coffee shops, right? It doesn’t matter where you are, the big three will be there ready to tempt you in for a perfectly-brewed caffeine fix (or decaffeinated, if you prefer). So, how can a coffee shop make a city special? It’s all about the…
  9. 29 Aug 2018
    Exterior of a house and gardens

    Discovering Leicester’s Hidden Heritage

    Leicester’s motto may be ‘Semper Eadem’ – meaning ‘always the same’ – but the city’s hugely-diverse heritage, dating back to Roman times, shows its history has been anything but business as usual. Some of that history is easy to find – the King Richard III Visitor Centre, in St Martins,…