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7 Incredible Day Trips From Leicester

Updated: Sep 3, 2021

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Recently, I spent a few days exploring the city of Leicester, learning all about its unique history and what makes it such a special place to visit. Apart from the city itself, I found that there were a lot of incredible day trips from Leicester to choose from, which varied from historical points of interest to nature walks. The only problem I had with our trip was trying to narrow down which day trips from Leicester to actually go on, because there were more than a couple of castles that caught my eye in the area!

Leicester is located in the East Midlands, in the landlocked county of Leicestershire, which is just over a two hour drive north of London. Chances are if you've heard of Leicester before, you probably associate it with football, cheese, or pies - but it has a lot more to offer than that! There are some great things to do in Leicester's city centre , but I found that some of my favourite attractions were located outside of the city. With a history dating back to at least the time of the Romans in the 1st century AD, you can just imagine how many unique places in Leicestershire there are to discover. Here are my top picks for the best day trips from Leicester:

1. Bradgate Park

One of the most popular days out in Leicester that you can go on is to Bradgate Park . It's an absolutely massive park to walk around which is steeped in history. For me, the main points of interest in Bradgate Park were Old John Tower , which was built in the 18th century and sits on top of the highest hill in the park, and the ruins of Bradgate House . The house dates back to the 16th century and was where Lady Jane Grey, who was queen for only 9 days, spent her childhood. The bricks used to build the house would have been similar to those found at Hampton Court, and at the time it would have been one of the largest unfortified houses in England. Bradgate Park has also been a deer park since the medieval period, so you'll be able to see hundreds of deer freely roaming around during your visit. If you're short on time, Bradgate Park is a great option for a day trip from Leicester as it's only a 20 minute drive from the centre. It's also completely free to enter (minus the parking charges)!

2. 1620's House and Garden

If you're interested in unique day trips from Leicester, why not check out the 1620's House and Garden ? This historical manor house can be found in Donington le Heath which is just over a 20 minute drive from Leicester. The house has been beautifully restored and is fully furnished inside, so you can gain a better understanding of what this 17th century house would have looked like and functioned as. The house was originally built in the 13th century, but was modernized in the 17th century, and has strong ties to a member of the infamous Gunpowder Plot. After you make your way through the house, you can take a stroll through the very well maintained gardens and grab a light snack at the on-site cafe. Tickets cost just £5.95 and are valid for the whole year.

3. Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre

If you know anything about Leicester and Richard III, Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre is a great option for a day trip from Leicester. The battlefield is one of the most popular days out in Leicestershire, taking only 30 minutes by car to get to from Leicester, and is only a short drive from the 1620's House too. I would highly recommend checking out their exhibition so that you can learn more about the build up to the battle, what happened during it, and the consequences of its outcome. It's a very interactive exhibition which is ideal if you're travelling with kids. After walking through the exhibition, you can take a stroll through the Bosworth Battlefield Country Park and look out over the fields where the battle took place. A ticket to the exhibition costs £8.95 which is valid for the whole year (unlimited reentry), and the country park is free to walk around. They also have the option of adding a guided walk to your ticket for £4.50 .

4. Rockingham Castle

There are plenty of interesting places near Leicester to visit, and one of these places sits just over the county border in Northamptonshire. Rockingham Castle is located 50 minutes from Leicester, and was originally built in the 11th century on the orders of William the Conqueror. The castle's elevated position overlooking the countryside made it an ideal location to build a defensive castle, which is why it was used throughout the medieval period as well. Today you can go on a self-guided tour of the castle and take a stroll around the gardens for just £12.50 . The castle also plays host to a number of events throughout the year such as picnics, artisan fairs, and outdoors cinemas, so make sure you check out the schedule on their website before visiting. If you love castles, this is the perfect day trip from Leicester for you to go on.

5. Foxton Locks

There are a large number of places one hour away from Leicester to travel to. Foxton Locks is one of these places. Here is where you'll find the longest and steepest staircase of locks in the country, and they are still very much in use today. We saw quite a few canal boats passing through the locks when we visited, and it was interesting to see how people were still manually raising and lowering the water levels to get the boats through. The locks date back to the early 19th century, and today are a very popular tourist attraction in Leicestershire. Foxton Locks are free to visit and walk around, but you will need to pay for parking.

6. Market Harborough

A short 10 minute drive from Foxton Locks is the charming town of Market Harborough . It's a lovely place to visit near Leicester if you happen to be visiting the locks and other nearby areas. We stopped here for a quick snack and took a stroll around the main street, where there are surprisingly a lot of shops and restaurants to choose from. This market town was established during the Anglo-Saxon period, and was later used by Oliver Cromwell as the front line in the English Civil War of 1645. Market Harborough also grew in prominence in the 19th century as a centre for fox hunting. While there aren't too many things to do in Market Harborough, I would recommend a short stop here if you're in the area.

7. Belvoir Castle

Castles in Leicestershire don't come much better than Belvoir Castle . The castle originally dates back to the time of William the Conqueror, and since then there have been four castles that have stood on this site. The castle you see today was built in the 19th century, and was designed by the man who made improvements to Windsor Castle, so you may see some resemblance between the two. Belvoir Castle is one of the most popular places to visit near Leicester, and is also a popular filming location. If you're a fan of historical dramas, you may recognize it from The Crown where it was used in place of Windsor Castle, or from The Young Victoria.

We took a guided tour of the castle before taking a walk through its large gardens and woodlands, which I would highly recommend doing so you can learn about the castle's history and get some fun facts from the guide as well. When you're finished at the castle, you can also visit the Engine Yard , which is the castle's retail village and a great place to grab something to eat. Belvoir Castle was by far one of my favourite day trips from Leicester that we went on and is well worth the 50 minute drive to get to. Castle and garden entry tickets cost £18 , and you can also upgrade that ticket to include afternoon tea at the castle.

There are many more days out near Leicester to choose from, but sadly we didn't have enough time in our schedule to visit them all. Although Leicestershire is very much a rural county in England, there are some phenomenal points of interest that you can add to your itinerary if you're thinking of touring around the East Midlands. There's definitely no shortage of historical places to see in Leicestershire that's for sure. I can't wait to head back to this part of the country and find even more incredible day trips from Leicester to add to my list!

Have you been to Leicestershire before? I'd love to hear what you thought of the county and if I missed any day trips from Leicester that you would recommend. If you're planning a trip around England, you should check out York , Burnley , and Manchester too! Don't forget to follow my travels on Instagram for more photos from my visit to Leicester and the surrounding area!

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Best Day Trips from Leicester

I recently stayed in the beautiful English city of Leicester – mainly because I wanted to see the Cathedral and grave of Richard III (you might like to read my blog about the Churches in Leicester ). It’s such a beautiful historical and multicultural UK city. As there are some fantastic day trips from Leicester, it’s worth staying for an extra few days to explore the castles and historical towns and cities nearby. Today’s blog is all about the best day trips and places to visit near Leicester.

Best Places to visit near Leicester

If you are based in Leicester long term, it’s possible to take day trips from Leicester to some of the most famous cities in England including Oxford and Cambridge .

Melton Mowbray

Melton Mowbray is an archetypal English market town built on a solid tradition of farming and fox hunting. This is the quickest and easiest of the day trips from Leicester and will give you a taste of true England.

Famous for its fine food and drink, the Borough has become the centre of fineness for local food producers. Famous for its pork pies and Stilton Cheese, the town of Melton Mowbray is home to a fantastic number of food and drink festivals that take place through the year. These include the Melton Mowbray Food Festival, ChocFest, the UK’s PieFest and the largest Artisan Cheese Fair in the country. It is no wonder that Melton Mowbray is renowned as the ‘Rural Capital of Food’.

However, there’s more to Melton Mowbray than food. Twinlakes Park offers a great day out for the family with water rides, animals and picnic areas to enjoy. The local Carnegie Museum is an interactive centre where children can enjoy learning about the local area and see exhibits such as the two-headed calf! The town itself is steeped in history and there is a walking heritage trail that explains the heritage of the town

Belvoir Castle

Belvoir Castle is an imposing castle that stands to the North East of Leicestershire, commanding outstanding views from where its name derives from the meaning `beautiful view’- now pronounced Beaver the castle remains as one of the most magnificent and beautiful Regency houses in England. The castle was designed by James Wyatt it was built in the early 1800 for the 5th Duke and Duchess of Rutland and is the fourth castle to stand on the site. It is always with Great pleasure that the Duke and Duchess invite you to their home to enjoy and share its many grand and unique rooms and layers of history, as well as numerous paintings and treasures that have been collected by the family for nearly 1,000 years.

Famously the home county of William Shakespeare, who hailed from Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire is crammed with historic sites, castles and the beautifully green rolling fields and forests of the English countryside. Warwick is one of the most popular day trips from Leicester.

In the town of Warwick itself you’ll be able to explore some inspiring historic sites, from the medieval Collegiate Church of St Mary to the magnificent Warwick Castle. Dating all the way back to 1068, Warwick Castle has been a part of British history for nearly a thousand years. It’s been besieged, captured, and repelled enemy attackers on many occasions, so it’s seen its fair share of action! Today this strikingly kept castle makes for a great day out, staging exhilarating medieval events like falconry and jousting, and some cool immersive experiences like the castle dungeon. This 15 th  century Collegiate Church of St Mary’s is the centrepiece of the historic town of Warwick and considered to be one of the supreme examples of English Gothic architecture in Britain. Parts of the church date back even further back, to the 12 th  century. Explore this beautiful testimony to the skills of the medieval craftsmen who built it

One of the best day trips from Leicester is Shrewsbury. Shrewsbury is full of exciting things waiting to be discovered during your visit – a blockbuster in a Tudor cinema, a sell-out Folk Festival and the world’s oldest Flower Show. By boat or by foot, the River Severn is a must see, as is the café culture, the churches and the castle that dominate Shrewsbury’s well-known skyline.

Shrewsbury Castle is home to remarkable collections of pictures, uniforms weapons and other memorabilia from the 1700’s to the present day, seen in the Shropshire Regimental Museum in the castle.

Shrewsbury Art Gallery and Museum has short-term exhibitions by cutting edge artists, work inspired by Charles Darwin who was born in the town and Roman artefacts and work discovered at nearby Wroxeter. The Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery also has a permanent exhibition of pre-history and a roman gallery.

Finally, St Chads Church planned by George Stuart (who also planned Attingham Park), is where where lies the grave of Ebenezer Scrooge – a prop left over from the filming of ‘A Christmas Carol’ and where Charles Darwin was christened in 1809. 

Leamington Spa

Well-heeled riverside spa town, Leamington Spa is renowned for its stunning white Regency architecture and lush parks and gardens, has a quirkier side with a vibrant and creative independent scene. You will find vegan cafes, boutiques, art galleries and a Farrow & Ball. Jephson Gardens is a gorgeous formal Victorian park right in the centre of Leamington Spa. It’s the ideal place for a family picnic or relaxing stroll. Lots of colourful flowerbeds and interesting sculptures make for a great day out as well as the indoor tropical house. There are also some great traditional English pubs in Leamington Spa !

Another attraction is Victoria Park. Victoria Park was opened in 1899 to mark the Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee and offer more recreation space for the growing town. Throughout the 19th century it was the venue for galas, military parades, flower shows and circuses.

A riverside path had originally been created along the south bank of the River Leam in the early 1860s. Finally, The Royal Pump Rooms is home to Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Leamington Library, Visitor Information Centre, the Royal Spa Centre’s Box Office, together with a Café and Assembly Rooms. The building initially encompassed Royal Leamington Spa’s finest spa baths and assembly rooms but was then renovated in the late 1990s to become a centre for tourism and culture.

Stratford Upon Avon

Uncover the historic town and the birthplace of Shakespeare when finding the finest things to do in Stratford-upon-Avon. The Royal Shakespeare Company has a total of three theatres in Stratford. The performing arts centre named The Other Place is in town, while two have a cool riverside location: the flagship Royal Shakespeare Theatre where you can see many of the Bard’s well-known works, and the more cherished Swan Theatre that stages plays regularly by Shakespeare’s colleagues and later writers.

The MAD museum is also a popular attraction. This art/design museum is the only permanent venue for this type of art in the country. Sourced from artists and inventors all around the world, the interactive sculptures – or ‘kinetic art’ – include marble runs, 3D faces and flying mechanical birds. Finally, for fans of William Shakespeare, go to visit his birthplace. This house is somewhat of a shrine as it is where the renowned bard was born and grew up.

Shakespeare’s Birthplace welcomed visitors for over 250 years. Go and see the rooms where he dreamt up all those world-famous plays and where he spent the first five years with Anne Hathaway of married life. There are costumed guides, exhibitions, live performances, gift shop, café and a garden. It’s one of the best day trips from Leicester.

Up there with the UK’s best towns for quality of life, Grantham in southwest Lincolnshire is most famous for producing a colossal historical figure.

Sir Isaac Newton was born not far away in a tiny hamlet and was a pupil at Grantham’s King’s School. With the sixth highest spire in the country, St Wulfram’s Church is a parish church with the scale of a cathedral. The origins of this building are Saxon, but most of the stonework is from the 13th to the 16th centuries.

The first of many stately homes within striking distance of Grantham, Belton House is often considered the archetypal English country house and is maintained by the National Trust. The architecture is in the opulent Restoration style, dating to the 1680s, and was refined with each generation as the resident Brownlow family rose in social status. The tour will take you through a series of sumptuous halls and rooms, decorated with 18th-century Mortlake tapestries, an Aubusson carpet, intricate plasterwork and marble fireplaces.

With plenty of attractions and history right in the middle of the city and its surroundings, Nottingham is a fantastic place for a day out. Nottingham has a famous Rock scene and is excellent for alternative shopping. It also has a very famous campus style university.

Newstead Abbey

For another relaxed day out, why not pay a visit to Newstead Abbey, a stunning 12th-century house, situated on 300 acres of beautiful grounds packed with waterfalls and lakes. Newstead Abbey was home to the much-admired romantic poet Lord Byron from 1808-1814. The Abbey crowds an assembly of portraits, letters and even the very desk at which Byron wrote much of his work. It’s not all love and romance, though, as the site acts as host to a variety of events including an outdoor theatre, food festivals and more, so there are loads of reasons to pay Newstead Abbey a visit. The grounds and cafe are open every day, while the house is only open during weekends and school holidays. 

Annoyingly, to get the train to Oxford from Leicester you have to change in London, which is a bit of a pain and can take over two and a half hours. However, if you have the luxury of access to a car, you can drive from Leicester to Oxford in about 1 hour 40 mins, making it more doable as a day trip from Leicester.

Oxford has impressive spires and picture-postcard cobbles that little cities can match. The University of Oxford tour is a behind-the-scenes tour of the city’s architecturally splendid university, led by guides who know its colleges, quads and hidden corners best. It’s a world-leader in terms of research, but you don’t need to wade heavily into this to simply appreciate this. It is a beautiful thing to look at.

Next, the Oxford Botanic Gardens & Arboretum are the UK’s oldest botanic garden and a stunning 130 acres of woodland for you to escape the busy city and recharge in. On their own, Oxford’s botanic gardens would be enough to celebrate. The scientifically important grounds and glasshouses contain more than 6,000 types of plant.

The university also manages the Harcourt Arboretum, a short 10 minutes’ drive from the centre. Bonus points if you plan your trip at the right time to see the bluebell wood in its full, blooming glory.

Finally, Pitt Rivers Museum is oxford’s world-famous museum of archaeology and ethnography where you can expand your brain looking at some very, very tiny heads. It’s not often people genuinely get excited about a museum.

Although there is a lot to see in Oxford, it is possible to spend just one day in Oxford and cover a lot of ground.

It’s possible to get the train from Leicester to Cambridge in around 2 hours – slightly less than that if you have a car. There are plenty of things to do and see in Cambridgeshire, including the Fitzwilliam Museum, Milton Country Park and more.

Punting is the national pastime of Cambridge and one of the best ways to see the city. To get within sniffing distance of Cambridge and not go punting is like going to Pisa and not seeing the leaning tower. The brave and the skilled do the stick-bit themselves, but if you’re a first timer book a gondolier-like guide to navigate the River Cam for you.

Next, the Botanic Gardens are 40 acres of gorgeously green (and pink and yellow and red) gardens owned by Cambridge University, where you can earnestly study horticulture or snooze on the lawn. Cambridge’s botanic gardens are an Arcadian paradise hidden behind a fairly nondescript entrance at the station end of town. What make them different from other city gardens is the woodland vibe they give off. Lose yourself in a maze of lush foliage and leave all your troubles behind.

Finally, the University tour provides a student’s eye view of the world-famous university, giving visitors an insider’s introduction to its most beautiful nooks and crannies.

As a city, Cambridge is pleasantly condensed and simple to navigate on foot. The same is true of the university, which dominates the centre. Take a walk through the institution with real-life Cambridge students who know it best as a guide.

What do you think are the best day trips from Leicester? If you have any ideas please comment on our blog below.

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Day Trips from Leicester: 4 Alternative Routes for your Next Vacation

Located two hours’ drive from London, Leicester is a sought after destination for travellers from all over the world. Probably, many associate it with football, cheese, or pies, but in fact, it has much more to offer.

With a rich past starting in the first century AD, the city has an extensive array of historic attractions such as the Cathedral, the Guildhall Museum, and the Burrough Hill Iron Age Fort. And if you decide to go there, you will have a great time exploring the local highlights. However, multiple sights are available outside of the city as well.

Yes, you will find wonderful cultural sites and nature walks within a short drive. If you want to spice up your UK weekend, consider taking some spectacular Leicester day trip itineraries. Here are the most popular routes.

Bradgate Park

There’s nothing better than spending a day surrounded by nature, and visiting the charming Bradgate Park fits right in with that idea. The most iconic structure in the area is Old John’s Tower , perched atop the tallest hill. The mediaeval ruins of the iconic Bradgate House are also an outstanding place to explore.

However, the major local feature is the huge number of deer and squirrels wandering around. They walk freely and fit perfectly into natural landscapes.

You will be happy to spend a leisurely day strolling through the shady alleys of the park. Also, you can take food with you and have a picnic in a specially equipped area. Getting to the park takes about 25 minutes. The entrance is free, but you will have to pay a parking fee if you come by car.

Rockingham Castle

The rich heritage of the region is the reason for the abundance of historical sites, and Rockingham Castle is one of them. It was built in the 11th century by order of William I. The first thing you may notice is the high location of the castle in relation to the surrounding landscape. The fact is that it served as a defensive fortress in the Middle Ages, which explains its unique place of construction.

Today, the castle and its surroundings are an excellent option for a family day out. Therefore, you can pick up a 9 seater car hire Leicester and go there with your kids. Yes, it’s a great idea to hire a 9 seater van as Rockingham Castle is only a 50-minute drive away from the city. Plus, you get freedom of movement when you hire a car.

A self-guided tour of the castle costs £12.50. In addition, you can take a walk in the garden and visit craft fairs and an open-air cinema operating on certain dates. So, find out the schedule and, if you want, combine the exploration of the castle with other leisure activities within it.

A road trip in the United Kingdom is not complete without visiting the Cotswolds. Located in Gloucestershire, this area impresses with its typically English landscape with woodland, lovely rolling hills, stone walls, and charming villages.

It will take you a little over an hour to get to the Cotswolds. Among the main local highlights is Devil’s Chimney – a bizarre limestone rock. Also, you can set off to Cotswold Farm Park to see lambs, cows, chickens, geese, and other domestic animals. For a more challenging experience, climb the highest point of the Cotswolds at Cleve Hill on the 6-kilometres-long route from Cheltenham.

1620’s House and Garden

Do you want to touch the life of the 1620s? Head to Donington le Heath situated a 25-minute drive from the city to see the unique historical manor house. It appeared at that place in the thirteenth century and then was renovated in the seventeenth century. The house is furnished and shows how people lived in those years.

You can walk inside and then take a walk in the stylized garden. For a complete historical experience, set off to the on-site café serving dishes popular in the seventeenth century. However, modern interpretations are also available. A single ticket costs just £6.80 and is valid for one year after the first visit.

So, Leicester is the right place for your next trip to the UK. It provides multiple on-site attractions and is a great starting spot for exploring nearby points of interest. If you want to diversify your weekend and have more flexibility when planning your itinerary, pick up a car and take advantage of our simple day trip guide!

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Discover the beauty and historical heritage of Leicestershire, all within easy reach from one of the oldest cities of England. Here we have picked up some of the best ideas for day trips from Leicester.

Discover the historic side of Leicestershire.

Explore the millennial heritage of England in Rockingham Castle, only 45 minutes away from Leicester by car . Built by order of William the Conqueror, it is one of the few castles that have been constantly occupied for 1000 years. It has been a home for the same family for the last 450 years and therefore perfectly well preserved. Who would have thought, that a castle could be passed over to different generations for so long!

The lands surrounding the castle are a glorious masterpiece of landscape art. The 400-year-old Elephant Hedge is a specimen of the formal terraced gardens so popular in England in the 17th century.

A series of garden rooms and walkways surrounding the garden is a stunning example of a more eclectic approach. Each part of the garden is given its own style and character and offers unique vistas of the castle lands.

After a long walk around the gardens, guests will enjoy an afternoon tea served in style at Kavanagh’s Tearoom. A balanced combination of elegance and style make this castle a perfect place for day trips from Leicester.

Enjoy a very special day trip from Leicester.

Another important landmark of the area only a 45-minute drive away from Leicester is the Belvoir Castle. The current owner calls it the most impractical and romantic castle of England. An architectural masterpiece by James Wyatt. The castle has been in the possession of the Rutland family since the late 19th century.

Nowadays, the castle offers an ample display of furniture and tapestry collection and an instructive excursion to the life “below the stairs”. This is an insight into the operation of the castle’s kitchen and bakery.

Experience a unique private tour is given by the castle owner, the Duchess of Rutland. Finished with a high tea served in the castle’s Aviary Tearoom.

Bond and have fun together

Spend a fun day exploring England’s largest maze, a perfect exercise for mind and body. This is a great idea for a team-building activity or an all-ages entertainment for the family. Only 20 minutes away from Leicester, this maze contains three miles of hedged paths. Viewing towers and level bridges offering stunning panoramas of Leicestershire. Make this day trip from Leicester into a fun staff outing.

Need an idea for a staff day trip from Leicester? Look no further, as the Jump Giants Trampoline Park is a perfect location for a staff day out. Join your colleagues in a game of Dodgeball or challenging one-to-one combat. Everyone is the winner when there is so much fun to be had.

Enjoy laid-back day trips from Leicester.

Indulge yourself in a spa day only 20 minutes away on a perfect day trip from Leicester. Ragdale Hall Spa is a perfect combination of thermal spa and beauty treatments and fitness and pool experience. Set in the heart of lovely English countryside. Ragdale Hall Spa offers all the delights of relaxation and pampering under one roof.

Treat yourself to a relaxing day on the water! A unique way to explore Leicestershire countryside and an excellent day trip from Leicester. Hire a boat for a romantic ride from Union Warf through the Grand Union Canal. The trip takes you past Foxton Locks, famous for bird-watching and pond dipping. Stop at Top Lock cottage café for drinks and snacks or stop for a picnic. Here you can find a very peaceful spot of your choice.

Explore the unusual side of English history in Leicestershire.

Add variety to your day by visiting the Boilerhouse Museum as well. Discover the lifestyle and habits of those who lived and worked around the canal over 150 years ago. This original visitor experience will truly take you back in time thanks to the interactive display and a VR tour.

Spend another day immersed into the history of industrial England by driving an original steam locomotive in Loughborough. That is the only remaining heritage railway of England! This unique day trip from Leicester will take you back to the time. When travel was all about elegance and class. Here you can learn about the signals and controls used to operate the railway. Then finish the day with a relaxing cup of tea on board.

Go outdoors on day trips from Leicester .

Enjoy a sunny day out in one of the comeliest countryside estates in the county. Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood are home to regular open-air markets, picnics and barbecues. The location has everything you need for a perfect day trip from Leicester. Rolling green hills, winding hiking trails and a variety of wildlife, all less than 20 minutes away from Leicester.

Families will appreciate a day trip to Twycross Zoo, an award-winning charity where over 500 animals can be seen. Animals of almost 100 species share this ample natural reserve. Visitors can learn a lot about their natural life cycles and habits from a very instructive visitor programme.

Another remarkable place to visit for animal lovers is Tropical Birdland, a sanctuary for parrots and exotic birds. The sanctuary is a caring home for many exotic and rare bird species from around the world. The luckiest visitors get to observe newly born chicks breaking out of the eggs.

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There's lots of wonderful things to do and see here in Leicestershire, from indoor attractions such as bowling alleys, crazy golf courses and museums to outdoor attractions including farm parks, country parks and a zoo.

However, sometimes we all fancy going somewhere a little bit further afield, don't we?

The good news is, you don't have to spend too long in the car to get to some great places in the Midlands.

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There are plenty of places you could visit, featuring everything from animals to an ice rink, plus a few scenic options.

Here are our suggestions for some great days out within an hour's drive of Leicester.

The times given are how long it will take you to get there from the centre of Leicester based on Google directions at 9am.

Warwick Castle, Warwick (53 minutes, 35.4 miles from Leicester via M69)

Experience more than 1,100 years of history at this Grade I listed castle.

There are dazzling shows and attractions, gruesome history and awesome birds of prey, all set in 64 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens.

The attraction will also soon be home to the world's first Zog Playland !

Tickets: One day entry from £18 when booked in advance via the website .

Wollaton Hall and Park, Nottingham ( 50 minutes, 30.5 miles from Leicester via A46)

Wollaton Hall is one of the country’s finest Grade I listed Elizabethan buildings and the largest dedicated Natural History Museum in the county.

It is currently home to Titus: T. rex is King - an exhibition showcasing the first real Tyrannosaurus rex to be displayed in England for more than a century.

You’ll see the skeleton of the T. rex himself, as well as digital and interactive virtual media displays that will immerse you in his extraordinary journey from discovery in the Montana Badlands in the USA, through the experience of excavation, curation, examination, rebuild and final reveal.

Plus, there's Wollaton’s 500 acres of parkland, which is home to all kinds of habitats, including grassland, wetland and woodland.

Tickets: For the hall - adult £13, child/concession £8.75, family (2+2 or 1+3) £34.00 including booking fee. Visit the website .

Newark Air Museum, Winthorpe near Newark ( 51 minutes, 41.5 miles from Leicester via A46)

Located on a former Royal Air Force station at Winthorpe, this museum contains a huge variety of aircraft including Supermarine Swift FR.5, de Havilland Sea Venom FAW.21, Hawker Hunter F.1 and Mignet HM.14 Flying Flea.

As well as the outdoor and indoor display hangars, there is also a cafe and shop.

Tickets: Adults £10.00, Over 65s £9.00, Children £5.00 and Family ticket (2+3) £27.00. There is no need to pre-book.

City of Caves, Nottingham ( 49 minutes, 30.8 miles from Leicester via A46)

Well, here's an interesting fact - Nottingham has the UK's largest network of caves, with more than 800 hidden beneath its streets.

At this underground wonder you can soak up the extraordinary atmosphere of the ancient caves carved deep beneath Nottingham’s city centre, including WW2 air raid shelters and a medieval tannery.

Tickets: Adult £8.75, under 18s and students £7.65, under 5s free, over 60s £7.95, family (4 people, max 2 adults) £26.95.

You can also buy a joint ticket (joint adult £17.10) and pay a visit to the National Justice Museum as well.

Here, you can experience justice and the law like never before, with role-playing characters, interactive activities and fascinating objects.

National Ice Centre, Nottingham (50 minutes, 30.7 miles from Leicester via A46)

If you've been watching Dancing on Ice and have now got the urge to skate, then where better to visit than the rink where former Olympic champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean once trained!

Tickets: Adult £9.50, junior (5-15) £8.50, under 5s free, family of 4 -£32. Other ticket options available. All tickets include skate hire. Click here to visit the website.

Rutland Sanctuary Zoo, Rutland Water (54 minutes, 29.7 miles from Leicester via A47)

Under new management since September 2020, Rutland Sanctuary Zoo (previously Bugtopia) is a not for profit organization that houses rescued insects, mammals and birds.

The zoo is based at Rutland Water - North Shore. It is closed Thursday and Friday during term time.

Tickets: Adults £7.50, children three and above £6, children under three free, concessions £6.

Coventry Transport Museum, Coventry (43 minutes, 25.8 miles from Leicester via M69)

This magnificent museum is home to the largest publicly owned collection of British vehicles on the planet and tells the story of a city which changed the world through transport.

14 fully accessible galleries are home to the fastest vehicle in the world, pioneering bicycles, transport champions and many of the most innovative, memorable and luxurious vehicles of the last 200 years.

Aside from the collection itself, the programme includes touring exhibitions from across the globe, hands-on family activities and a range of events.

Tickets: Adult £14, concessions £10.50, 5-16 years £7, 4 or under free, family (2+2) £35. Visit the website here.

Snowdome, Tamworth (59 minutes, 30.8 miles from Leicester via M69)

Snowdome aims to offer the ultimate snow, ice and leisure experience, and there's certainly plenty of activities to choose from, including skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and swimming.

Tickets: Prices vary according to activity. See website for details.

Charlecote Park, Warwick (55 minutes, 40.2 miles from Leicester via M69)

The lovely parkland at Charlecote is open every day from 9am until 5pm, and you can also visit the shop and the Wood Yard cafe.

The house is currently closed whilst conservation work is carried out.

Tickets for parkland and garden: Adult £11, child £5.50, family £27.50.

East Carlton Country Park, Northamptonshire (43 minutes, 22.1 miles from Leicester via A46)

Enjoy a day out at this beautiful country park, which offers free parking.

There's a children's play area, including play equipment for disabled children, a picnic area, petanque court, craft workshops, Foxy's Woodland Shop, and a cafe which is open all year, serving light meals, hot and cold drinks and ice creams.

Tickets: Not required.

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Leicester - an introduction

The beautiful city of Leicester , brimming with 2000 years of history, cannot fail to inspire on coach trips. The city simply oozes chic-ness and the contemporary shopping areas will keep die-hard shopaholics in utter heaven throughout their stay here. After a hard day's shopping, kick-back those tired feet with an ice-cold drink in one of the many stylish bars and restaurants.

Leicester is the largest city in the East Midlands and it is where Thomas Cook, in 1841, started the travel industry when he organised a trip from Leicester to Loughborough by train. He lived in the city for 50 years and there are a variety of buildings connected to him within the city centre – see if you can spot the monument dedicated to Thomas Cook on your own travels. 

More recently, the eyes of the world have been focused on Leicester due to the discovery of King Richard III's skeleton which was buried underneath a council car park in the city. An exhibition marking the discovery of his remains, as well as the ruins of Greyfriars Church, was launched at the Guildhall in February 2013. 'Richard III: Leicester's Search For A King' is a free exhibition at the Guildhall open until Spring 2014. Visitors to the exhibition on Leicester day trips will find detailed examinations about the archaeological excavation as well as learning about the life and times of King Richard III through interactive touchscreen displays. You can also see a model of his skull which is on loan from Loughborough University. The exhibition will be held in Leicester's Guildhall until a permanent Visitor's Centre is available. 

Leicester is without a doubt a mecca for history and culture vultures because of its links with famous figures such as Richard III, King Henry VI and Cardinal Wolsey. The city also has links to Egypt and the Romans with Leicester housing one of the highest Roman walls in the country at the Jewry Wall Museum. Visit St Nicholas Church which is a fine example of Saxon architecture and see the original site of Leicester Castle where the Motte is clearly visible at Castle Gardens. Other popular medieval landmarks to pay attention to include the Guildhall, the Elizabethan Chantry House and the Magazine Gateway which can all be seen on coach tours to Leicester. 

Aside from history and culture, Leicester is the perfect destination for people of all ages whether you're looking for a vibrant nightlife or just wish to cosy up with a meal from around in the world in one of the city's fabulous restaurants. There's also a choice of theatres and live entertainment to choose from in addition to a calendar jam-packed full of festivals and other events to keep the whole family entertained. Leicester truly is a city that's just waiting to be explored.

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Leicester is a busy city with lots to see and do. Here are our top spots whilst in and around the city:

Rockingham Castle Built under the instruction of William the Conqueror and set in the Welland Valley, Rockingham Castle welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Visitors are given the chance to explore the castle at their own pace, although guides are also on hand to answer any questions or queries. The castle gardens are beautifully landscaped; be sure to look at the Elephant Hedge which is 400 years old!

Melton Mowbray Well known for its famous Pork Pies and Stilton Cheese, Melton Mowbray is a popular destination for visitors to Leicestershire. Stilton Cheese originated near Melton Mowbray and is still produced in the town today. When visiting, be sure to try a Melton Mowbray pork pie from Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe; you'll never taste a pork pie like it!

Leicester Abbey Situated around a mile north of the city of Leicester, the 12 th  Century Abbey was once one of the largest buildings on the nearby landscape. Leicester Abbey sadly did not survive its turbulent history, but the ruins are located in the 57 acre Abbey Park along with a memorial to Cardinal Wolsey who was laid to rest in the grounds.

Bradgate Country Park Located within Charnwood Forest, Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood Country Park is a great destination for visitors all year round. It is in this Country Park that you can see Old John Tower, one of Leicestershire's most famous landmarks, standing 690ft above sea level on one of the county's highest points. The park is also home to a herd of Fallow Deer, which were brought to Britain by the Romans, in addition to a herd of Red Deer.

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Experience the grandeur of Chatsworth House this Christmas, the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, which has been passed down through 16 generations of the Cavendish family.  

Where better to experience the magic of Christmas than at the Chatsworth House. Explore the festively decorated house, take a wander through the winter gardens and visit the Stables to explore their own exclusive ranges in the shop.

The house will be transformed with our annual Christmas displays to get everyone into the festive spirit. Whilst the 105-acre gardens features perfectly manicured lawns, spectacular flower beds and a rockery garden, all of which can be done on foot, along the five miles of designated trails.

There will also be the Chatsworth Christmas Market, a family-friendly event with more than 100 festive stalls.

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It depends on when you visit! We've compiled data from NASA on what the weather is like in Leicester for each month of the year: see the links below for more information.

• Weather in Leicester in January
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• Weather in Leicester in March
• Weather in Leicester in April
• Weather in Leicester in May
• Weather in Leicester in June
• Weather in Leicester in July
• Weather in Leicester in August
• Weather in Leicester in September
• Weather in Leicester in October
• Weather in Leicester in November
• Weather in Leicester in December

All road trips from Leicester

• Leicester to London drive
• Leicester to Paris drive
• Leicester to Dublin drive
• Leicester to Amsterdam drive
• Leicester to Edinburgh drive
• Leicester to York drive
• Leicester to Barcelona drive
• Leicester to Rome drive
• Leicester to Liverpool drive
• Leicester to Blackpool drive
• Leicester to Berlin drive
• Leicester to Brussels drive
• Leicester to Bath drive
• Leicester to Manchester drive
• Leicester to Prague drive
• Leicester to Madrid drive
• Leicester to Florence drive
• Leicester to Cardiff drive
• Leicester to Brighton drive
• Leicester to Bruges drive
• Leicester to Milan drive
• Leicester to Oxford drive
• Leicester to Vienna drive
• Leicester to Budapest drive
• Leicester to Glasgow drive
• Leicester to Venice drive
• Leicester to Portsmouth drive
• Leicester to Lisbon drive
• Leicester to Cambridge drive

Explore nearby places

• Kirby Muxloe
• Newtown Linford
• Mountsorrel
• Queniborough
• Woodhouse Eaves
• Kirkby Mallory
• Stoney Stanton
• Kibworth Harcourt
• Kibworth Beauchamp
• Dunton Bassett
• Smeeton Westerby
• Loughborough

All related maps of Leicester

• Map of Leicester
• Map of Aylestone
• Map of Anstey
• Map of Wigston
• Map of Kirby Muxloe
• Map of Enderby
• Map of Narborough
• Map of Syston
• Map of Newtown Linford
• Map of Rothley
• Map of Swithland
• Map of Cosby
• Map of Mountsorrel
• Map of Queniborough
• Map of Desford
• Map of Markfield
• Map of Croft
• Map of Woodhouse Eaves
• Map of Thornton
• Map of Fleckney
• Map of Quorn
• Map of Kirkby Mallory
• Map of Stoney Stanton
• Map of Billesdon
• Map of Kibworth Harcourt
• Map of Kibworth Beauchamp
• Map of Dunton Bassett
• Map of Sapcote
• Map of Smeeton Westerby
• Map of Barwell
• Map of Loughborough

Leicester throughout the year

• Leicester in January
• Leicester in February
• Leicester in March
• Leicester in April
• Leicester in May
• Leicester in June
• Leicester in July
• Leicester in August
• Leicester in September
• Leicester in October
• Leicester in November
• Leicester in December

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