Leicestershire’s Industrial Past
As you delve into the history of Leicester and Leicestershire’s industrial past you’ll embark on a fascinating journey through former coalfields and ancient woodland, on heritage railway lines and alongside winding canals. There is some space history to be discovered in the city and also the story of modern sanitation.
From a forest-themed adventure park to museums of space and science, the city and county boast a range of captivating visitor attractions.
Each one has a story to tell about how the Industrial Revolution gained strength and how new machinery and ways of working shaped Leicestershire and the lives of its inhabitants.
Embark on a fascinating visit to find out more.
The guide for Leicestershire’s Industrial past is a great inspiration to decide where to visit next.
Abbey Pumping Station
Ideal for visitors not wanting to spend a penny.
National Space Centre
The award-winning National Space Centre is an out of this world experience for the whole family.
Snibston Colliery Park
Country park digs deep into area’s mining and cultural heritage
Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust
Made in Loughborough, heard all over the world
Triumph Factory Visitor Experience
From Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando to David Beckham and George Clooney, the Triumph motorcycle is the last word in Hollywood cool.
Foxton Locks
Explore Foxton Locks, a historic canal marvel in Leicestershire
Stoney Cove
Shiver me Timbers! A wreck to explore 60 miles from sea. Shipwrecks, aquatic wildlife and scuba diving, all in the most landlocked county in the UK?
Conkers
Conkers allows kids to get active in the countryside and explore the history of mining in Leicestershire.
Great Central Railway
A day return to the birthplace of popular tourism.
