Faith Tourism
_MkBosChurch_StPeters 300 x 300.jpg "St Peters Church, Market Bosworth")
Leicester and Leicestershire are steeped in a diverse mix of cultures and faiths.
You can visit historical churches set in the rolling countryside of Leicestershire. With some dating back to Anglo-Saxon times. St Mary de Castro Church is thought to date back to 1070.
Why not visit the Old Rectory Museum and wildlife garden, with its fascinating archeological and historical finds?
In the centre of Leicester you can also visit Leicester Cathedral, which dates back to Norman times and is in the heart of Leicester's Old Town, where you will also find the unique Jain Centre. This Hindu temple is a magnificent piece of architecture, which contains hand carved pillars sandstone dome and ceiling, white marble shrines and mirror tiled walls.
For a directory of churches in Leicester and Leicestershire visit www.leicestershirechurches.co.uk
_JainTemple_interior 180 x 100.jpg)
Visit a Church
If you have an interest in church architecture, quirky village churches or looking for a pleasant afternoon of historic churches.
Events at Churches
Summer fairs, flower festivals and lots of other events take place in our churches.
Other Faiths
Leicester is a multi cultural city. Come and discover the different places of worship and admire the architecture.
