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To build your own Itinerary, click to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
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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!
Art galleries, Picasso originals, public sculptures and some truly breath-taking Street Art, Leicester’s artistic and creative passions are plain to see as you travel the city.
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…
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…
Rooms with a view on hotel’s pioneering past
Forest adventure goes above and beyond. A former colliery site which is now the home of outdoor adventures, Conkers allows kids to get active in the countryside and explore the history of mining in Leicestershire.
The spiritual home of heavy metal - Download Festival is the home of rock and takes place on the sacred grounds of Donington Park, which have been associated with rock since the '80s. The event attracts giants of rock and metal to its main stage,…
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…
This modern hotel is located in the heart of Leicester, just a short walk from the city's many attractions, including the National Space Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the Leicester City Football Club stadium. Holiday Inn Leicester offers a…
Book your room at a hotel which sets the stage for a luxury short break
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.
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
The Old Ones are the Best! Comedy is at the heart of Leicester, with a festival that’s the oldest in the UK, names including Adrian Mole and Monty Python, not to mention a proud link to Red Nose Day. Sit back and enjoy the best stand-ups all year…
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.
The award-winning National Space Centre is an out of this world experience for the whole family. Home to the UK’s largest planetarium, the Centre has six interactive galleries, iconic Rocket Tower and hosts events throughout the year.
A stay in Great British style
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? Leicestershire is home to the UK’s National Diving Centre where you can learn to scuba dive, explore…
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…
The Golden Mile where all that glitters is gold. This is a place where Leicester’s famed diversity shines for all to see. Filled with fantastic restaurants, jewellers and clothing shops, the Golden Mile is also home to the largest Diwali…
England’s first forest for 1,000 years - With landscape features which go back 500 million years, the former industrial landscape of north-west Leicestershire has been transformed in recent years. Nine million trees have been planted since 1990,…
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.
From Hollywood to Hinckley – a stunt that created a legend - From Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando to David Beckham and George Clooney, the Triumph motorcycle is the last word in Hollywood cool.
With a 60-year history, Twycross Zoo has more than 500 animals, and is the only UK zoo which is home to all four species of great apes
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’
Puzzling pathways are the best in their field - An a-Maze-ing summer day out, get lost in the Leicestershire countryside with a huge maze made of maize and sunflowers. Then once you’re done, shop in artisan stores and discover the model village in…
A house of plotting, witchcraft and enlightenment
The battle lines are painted in Husbands Bosworth
Putting the oh là là into Ashby de la Zouch
Gongoozling, the fastest way to slow down
Charm of forest villages is set in stone
Brewing family share a taste of their 170-year success
Check in to check out city’s fascinating history
Trio of villages paint a portrait of England
Grand design left unfinished by conspiracy theory
A city still making history
Bringing well-seasoned history to the table
Curtain up on a city with theatre in its blood
800 years on and still pulling a crowd
Made in Loughborough, heard all over the world
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
Wars of the Roses… Begonias, Fuchsias and Petunias
The town that sets out its stall
The big cheese of the dairy world
Unique rural stays crop up all over Melton
Painting the town red since 1837
Follow in the footsteps of kings on a right royal outing
Town famed for its pies has the recipe for success
Moira – the place to have a blast
Hall that really sells itself
World-class opera takes centre stage on a country estate
Take a walk with Romans, Georgians and dinosaurs
High spirits at historic inns
Leicester boasts big name high street stores, amazing independent boutiques to shop for that ideal unique gift, a fantastic market, and a wide array of restaurants, cafes, pubs, bars and tea rooms to refuel once you’ve got your retail fix.
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Country park digs deep into area’s mining and cultural heritage
18th Century estate is a beautifully crafted canvas
Arts and Crafts cottage that took root in forest setting
No battle this heritage line can’t win
Costume drama played out in ancient quarter
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