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Visit Leicester

  1. picnic pop up on green dragon square
    Picnic Pop Up on Green Dragon Square
    Leicester’s has a new Picnic Pop Up area this summer to add to the outdoor café seating in the city centre.
    1. 14 Aug 202022 Oct 2020
  2. Dancers jumping in the air
    Shiamak Shuffle
    Shiamak
    1. 5 Sep 202025 Sep 2020
  3. Exterior of King Richard III Visitor Centre, See & Do in Leicester
    King Richard III Visitor Centre
    Standing on the site of the medieval friary of the Grey Friars where the king's remains were buried over 500 years ago, the centre tells the fascinating story of the King Richard III's life and death, and reveals one of the greatest archaeological stories ever told. With interactive, hands-on displays, visitors can discover how King Richard III's remains were discovered and identified.
    1. 27 Aug 202031 Dec 2021
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  4. Amsterdam in Lego
    Brick City
    Brick City is a celebration of iconic buildings from cities around the world, carefully recreated in LEGO® bricks by artist Warren Elsmore and his team.
    1. 17 Aug 202022 Nov 2020
  5. know before you go, more info on visit britain website
    Know Before You Go

    Following recent government announcements, there is a gradual easing of lockdown restrictions in Leicester with bars, cafes, restaurants and pubs opening from Monday 3 August. The safety and well being of all visitors to Leicester and Leicestershire is paramount, so please observe social distancing guidelines. Although we are trying our best to keep up to date with information please ensure you check individual websites for details and know before you go. 

    18 Jun 2020
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  7. National Space Centre, Leicester
    National Space Centre - Book your Visit Now!
    National Space Centre - Book your Visit Now!
    1. 1 Jan 202031 Dec 2020
    2. 1 Jan 202031 Dec 2020
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  8. Online Arts and Culture
    Online Arts & Culture
    Online Arts & Culture
    7 Sep 2020
  9. Coronavirus Information
    Coronavirus Information
    On this page you’ll find links to the relevant Coronavirus guidance, both nationally and locally - as well as information on how you can continue to support businesses in Leicester.
  10. Visit Leicester Information Centre, KRIII Visitor Centre
    We've moved!
    The Visit Leicester team is looking forward to welcoming visitors to a new location in the heart of the old town, alongside the King Richard III Visitor Centre.
    1. 27 Aug 202030 Dec 2021