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From just £149 you can book a short break in Leicester and Leicestershire that includes overnight accommodation and breakfast and entry to a selection of visitor attractions and experiences.
Breaks are available for families and for couples - see our website for full details
Leicestershire cannot fail to inspire you. From breath-taking woodland walks to great family attractions, there is plenty to discover.
There is also a jam-packed calendar of events for the whole family to enjoy, from a delicious chocolate festival to fun pop-up seasides, which are sure to entertain the children for free for hours. Plus award winning attractions aplenty, you'll be spoilt for choice.
See our events listings for details of summertime events and festivals this year.
Why not book a short break and spend a few days in Leicester and Leicestershire on a Stay Play Explore short break - prices start at £149 for one night accommodation with breakfast and entry into 3 visitor attractions or experiences.
Buy your tickets online here
Melton Mowbray Food Festival
The perfect gift - let your friends choose which short break they wish to book
28th - 31st July
Enjoy building sandcastles, listening to bands playing and eating ice cream in the town centre of Market Harborough
Here's just a few ideas for fantastic family days out in Leicestershire
Twycross Zoo
Twycross Zoo is a World Primate Centre set in 80 acres we have over 500 animals of almost 150 species including all 4 great apes, over 20 species of monkey, Asian elephants, snow leopards, penguins, meerkats, giraffes and many more.
Foxton Locks
Foxton Locks is a series of 10 locks on the Grand Union Canal. There is lots to explore including watching the boats, visiting the museum and eating in one of the pubs on site.
Containing many fascinating exhibits of the time, the BoilerHouse demonstrates how tough it was to make a living showing how families survived the harsh conditions of 19th century canal life.
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Delve into Leicestershire's fascinating history at Bosworth Battlefield Country Park - the site of the 1485 Battle of Bosworth. Look out for special events or go for a stroll and some refreshments served onsite.
Conkers
Conkers, the award winning attraction at The Heart of the National Forest, a unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences to keep you and your family engaged for hours.
Avalanche Adventure
We have a spectacular 400 acre site offering the best outdoor activities in the country and our brand new air conditioned log cabin offers you comfort and refreshments.
National Space Centre
The award winning National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. From the moment you catch sight of the Space Centre's futuristic Rocket Tower, you'll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery & fun.
Great Central Railway
The Great Central Railway is Britain's only double track main line steam railway. Enjoy an exciting calendar of events, a footplate ride or dine in style on board one of the steam trains.
Ashby de la Zouch Castle
Come and find out about the castle’s colourful history with our lively audio tour. Hear how Edward IV’s Chamberlain Lord Hastings added the chapel and the impressive keep-like Hastings Tower – a castle within a castle.
King Richard III Visitor Centre
Leicester’s newest attraction tells the fascinating and moving story of the king’s life and death, and reveals one of the greatest archaeological detective stories ever told.
Twinlakes Park
You and your family can enjoy acres of action, animals, indoor attractions and fun-packed events.
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Abinger Guest House
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Scalford Hall Hotel
in or near Melton Mowbray Hotel |
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Travel Plaza Hotel
in or near Market Harborough Hotel |
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Jurys Inn Hinckley Island
in or near Hinckley Hotel |
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Hilton East Midlands Airport
in or near Castle DoningtonHotel |
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Sketchley Grange Hotel
in or near Hinckley Hotel |
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Tresillian House
in or near Melton MowbrayBed & Breakfast |
£45 | £ | £ | £ | £ | X | £ | prpnb |
