Uncover 2000 Years of History

Uncover the Story of King Richard III at the King Richard III Visitor Centre in Leicester. The Perfect Family Friendly Attraction - One of the best things to See & Do in Leicester.

The Leicestershire field that changed the landscape of English history. Experience the Battle of Bosworth and discover how King Richard III was defeated in a conflict which transformed the history of Britain, bringing the Middle Ages to an end and ushering in the Tudor dynasty which shaped the future of our country.

Leicester Cathedral is currently undergoing renovation and will reopen to the public on Sunday 26 November 2023.  From car park to cathedral – a King’s journey that took 530 years

Leicestershire’s ‘Crowning’ Glory since 1066. The history of Britain is built into Belvoir Castle. The regency architecture and surrounding gardens which date back to William the Conqueror were used in The Da Vinci Code and as a backdrop for Netflix’s The Crown.

18th Century estate is a beautifully crafted canvas

Grand design left unfinished by conspiracy theory

Charm of forest villages is set in stone

Half a billion years in the making. Experience the Battle of Bosworth and discover how King Richard III was defeated in a conflict which transformed the history of Britain, bringing the Middle Ages to an end and ushering in the Tudor dynasty which shaped the future of our country.

Explore Foxton Locks, a historic canal marvel in Leicestershire, offering picturesque landscapes, canal heritage, boat trips, and a glimpse into 19th-century engineering brilliance.

A day return to the birthplace of popular tourism. Step back in time and ride the rails as you board a steam train straight out of classic literature. Relive the early days of tourism as you take the same journey as Thomas Cook’s first day trip passengers.

Made in Loughborough, heard all over the world

Book your room at a hotel which sets the stage for a luxury short break

Moira – the place to have a blast

High spirits at historic inns

From Shakespeare to Civil War – 600 years of drama. The Grade I listed, timber-framed Guildhall has been at the centre of Leicester history for 630 years.

Arts and Crafts cottage that took root in forest setting

Hall that really sells itself

Book your room in a historic country house hotel that's just two miles away from Leicester City Centre and which is linked to Leicester’s ‘Sherlock Holmes’

Country park digs deep into area’s mining and cultural heritage

Less pub, more licensed cafe, deli and bistro, the 15th-century thatched Tithe Barn is a historical gem originally built for storing harvested grains. It’s been beautifully restored and serves breakfasts, snacks and lunches.

A house of plotting, witchcraft and enlightenment

Ideal for visitors not wanting to spend a penny. From Roman pipes to Victorian toilets, uncover the story of how the city of Leicester dealt with its smelliest problems!

A city still making history

Follow in the footsteps of kings on a right royal outing

Trio of villages paint a portrait of England

Where great ideas have taken off. Travel is at the heart of Lutterworth, from the ancient Roman roads that meet there, via the town hall designed by Joseph Hansom of Hansom Cab fame, to Sir Frank Whittle

Putting the oh là là into Ashby de la Zouch

Wars of the Roses… Begonias, Fuchsias and Petunias

The town that sets out its stall

A stay in Great British style