Leicester Travel Guide

 stevemt Says:  This church has strong historical links to Richard the third, it is apparently where he heard his last mass before being killed at the battle of Bosworth, just down the road.It is indeed an old building, quite small, well worth a visit, and still a working church.If you look... 

 stevemt Says:  Bradgate Park is a historical site as it contains the ruins of the house Lady Jane Grey grew up in. The ruins are open for inspection at times.Bradgate Park is also a very popular outing for local people to come with the family and walk off the excesses of xmas lunch etc.The... 

 leics Says:  The ancient church of St. Mary de Castro is sited within what once was the bailey of Leicester castle. It is a fascinating example of how church architecture has changed over the centuries, and is also where Geoffrey Chaucer was married. 

 leics Says:  It's taken me ages to get round to going inside but I was pleasantly surprised by this small cathedral (it was only declared a cathedral in 1927, so was not purpose-built). There's been a church on site for about a thousand years (since 1086), dedicated to Saint Martin. You... 

 tim07 Says:  This beautiful old church is located next to the Castle Hall. It was founded in 1107 by Robert de Beaumont after he'd been granted the castle by King Henry.Inside the church is a stunning oak ceiling with exquisite woodcarvings. The spire was added in 1400 and replaced after... 

 tim07 Says:  The original church was built some 900 years ago by the Normans. It was rebuilt and enlarged between the 13th and 15th centuries and became the Civic Church. In Victorian times it was restored and a 220ft spire added. In 1927 the building became a Cathedral. 

 tim07 Says:  Built in about 1390 the Guildhall is one of the best preserved timber framed halls in the country. It's had many uses and lives such as a meeting place for the Corporation of Leicester, library, Mayor's Parlour, courtroom and Town Hall.After a renovation programme it was... 

 tim07 Says:  The Jewry Wall Museum contains archaeological collections of Leicester's history from Prehistoric, Roman and Medieval times.In the grounds you'll find one of Leicester's most famous landmarks, the Jewry Wall. It's part of the Roman towns public baths and is considered to be... 

 tim07 Says:  The gardens were the original site of Leicester Castle, all that remains in them today is the large mound it was built on. They are situated between the Castle Hall and the canal.A few minutes walk from the city centre the 4 acre gardens are a peaceful place to relax.... 

 littlebush Says:  Mainly Indian but also they do chinese and even some small pizza.ITs a large buffet place just outside of thurmaston(i think)you pay £15 and eat as much as you like but its better than most buffet places - the food is genuinely good and theres so so much choice.very good. 

 Carmela71 Says:   While writing this page, all this places are coming to my mind, I do not know if this tips will be usefull as the nightlife scenary changes so quick, but this palce specially in summer at the terrace is a must visit!!! 

 leics Says:  East Midlands Airport (East Mids for short) is the nearest international airport to Leicester. There is a direct airport bus service from the city, although no railway connection exists. The airport website will give you details.The airport serves budget and mainstream... 

 DUNK67 Says:  Name Leicester City Nickname The Foxes Stadium Walker Stadium League Play In The Championship Honours Home Kit Blue shirt, white shorts, blue socks Away Kit The Walker Stadium is just a stones throw away from Filbert Street, their old ground....