Venues

Abbey Park Road, Leicester, LE4 5AQ, Tel: 0116 222 1000, www.leicester.gov.uk

An award winning park, situated in Leicester's city centre. Enjoy exploring a Chinese garden, historical ruins, canals and boating lakes. Abbey Park is also home to fun fairs and festivals.

Corporation Road, Leicester, LE4 5PX, Tel: 0116 299 5111, Email, www.leicester.gov.uk/museumandgalleries

Visit Leicester's Museum of Science & Technology which is located in a late 19th century sewage pumping station. Discover beam steam engines, exhibitions, enjoy family friendly events and delve into 200 years of science and technology.

The Aeropark, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, Leicestershire, DE74 2SA, Tel: 07917 021990, Email, www.eastmidlandsaeropark.org

A must see for those interested in the history of aviation. Find planes of yesteryear or see modern airliners taking off and landing at East Midlands Airport.

Bradgate Road, Newtown Linford, Leicestershire, LE6 0LN, Tel: 0116 239 4606

All Saints church dates from the 16th century with links to the Grey family. Inside there is a stained glass window commemorating the life - and death - of Lady Jane Grey.

South Street, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1BR, Tel: 01530 413343, www.english-heritage.org.uk

Visit the ruins of Ashby de la Zouch Castle where you will see the ruins of this historical castle, the original setting for many of the scenes of Sir Walter Scott's classic tale 'Ivanhoe'.

Shackerstone, Nuneaton, Leicestershire, CV13 6NW, Tel: 01827 880754, www.battlefield-line-railway.co.uk

All Aboard! See the views of Bosworth and Shakerstone from onboard a steam or diesel train.

Beacon Road, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8SP, Tel: 0116 305 8790, www.leics.gov.uk/country_parks

The perfect country park to head to for those that enjoy the outdoors. Enjoy rambling on the rocks, long afternoon walks or a day of outdoor fun with the family.

Church Road off Thurcaston Road, Belgrave, Leicester, LE4 5PE, Tel: 0116 266 6590, Email, www.leicester.gov.uk/museumandgalleries

Delve into the fascinating history of Belgrave Hall Museum and Gardens. With a calendar of exciting events it's ideal for the whole family. You can even be spooked on a ghost walk if you're brave!

Crown Business Park, Station Road, Old Dalby, Melton Mowbray, LE14 3NQ, Tel: 01664 823455, Email, www.belvoirbrewery.co.uk

Get a taste of Leicestershire at Belvoir Brewery. Find out how ales such as Peacocks Glory, Beaver Bitter and Gordon Bennett are made with a brewery tour. After your tour, enjoy a hearty meal of locally produced food.

Belvoir, Grantham, Leicestershire, NG32 1PE, Tel: 01476 871002, Email, www.belvoircastle.com

Enjoy a visit to Belvoir Castle where you can find out about the fascinating history of this Regency period castle and its picturesque gardens.

Ambion Lane, Sutton Cheney, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire, CV13 0AD, Tel: 01455 290429, Email, www.bosworthbattlefield.com

Delve into Leicestershire's fascinating history at Bosworth Battlefield Country Park - the site of the 1485 Battle of Bosworth.

Wellesborough Road, Market Bosworth, Nuneaton, Leicestershire, CV13 6PD, Tel: 01455 291876, Email, www.bosworthwatertrust.co.uk

Enjoy windsurfing, canoeing and fishing at this 50 acre leisure park. Great for a weekend away camping or caravanning.

Estate Office, Deer Barn Buildings, Bradgate Park, Leicestershire, LE6 0HE, Tel: 0116 236 2713

Whether you want to explore this 840 acre country park with friends or family for a day enjoying the outdoors or want some peace and tranquility Bradgate Park is a must-visit. Take along a picnic, camera or your walking boots!

Washbrook Lane, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5JJ, Tel: 0116 257 2888, Email, www.brockshill.co.uk

Spend the day exploring Brocks Hill Country Park. The children will love playing in sandpits, climbing castles and whizzing down the the large 'wiggly' slide! Take a walk around the park and stop off and enjoy a picnic.

Beacon Road, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 8SR, Tel: 0116 305 8790, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/country_parks

Explore Broombriggs Farm Country Park and find out about a day in the life of a working farm.

Leicester Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 3DR, Tel: 01455 633 712, Email, www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk

Enjoy the outdoors - explore Burbage Common and Woods.

High Street, Somerby, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 2QZ, Tel: 0116 305 5434, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/country_parks

Burrough Hill is situated on the site of an Iron Age Hill Fort. Enjoy exploring waymarked trails through woodland.

Ticknall, Derby, DE73 7LE, Tel: 01332 863822, Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Calke Abbey House is ideal for those interested in history and heritage. This fascinating house remains as the previous owners left it, so is packed full of intruiging paraphernalia. Calke Abbey House also has a calendar of great events.

Queens Park, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3DU, Tel: 01509 634704, www.charnwood.gov.uk

First grand Carillon in Britain, with Museum of Armed Forces memorabilia and spectacular views of Charnwood Forest.

The Newarke, Leicester, LE2 7BY, Tel: 01162 221000, www.leicester.gov.uk

Located in the historic Castle Park area, includes a rock garden, mixed borders, various shrubs and trees, and part of the city's riverfront.

c/o Leicester City Council, Welford Place, Leicester, LE1 6ZG, Tel: 0116 252 7000, www.leicester.gov.uk

Explore Leicester's 'Old Town' - an area of gardens, churches, fine buildings, ancient walls and museums.

Queens Hall, Granby Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3DU, Tel: 01509 233754, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/charnwoodmuseum.htm

Award winning museum featuring a wide range of exhibits that reflect local history and industries. Charnwood Museum is a popular family friendly museum set in the heart of the beautiful Queens Park in the centre of Loughborough.

28 London Road, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3JA, Tel: 01530 838287

Christ Church is the parish church for Coalville and is located on the main road through the town.

Millennium Avenue, Rawdon Road, Moira, Swadlincote, Leicestershire, DE12 6GA, Tel: 01283 216 633, Email, www.visitconkers.com

Conkers, the award winning attraction at the heart of the National Forest. It is a unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences to keep your family engaged for hours. Enjoy the great outdoors and explore over 120 acres of the parkland.

Donington Park, Castle Donington, Leicestershire, DE74 2RP, Tel: 01332 811027, Email, www.doningtoncollection.com

The Donington Grand Prix Collections is the world's largest collection of Grand Prix cars. Includes McLaren, Ferrari, Jordan, BRM, Vanwall, Lotus and many more.

Manor Road, Donington Le Heath, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 2FW, Tel: 01530 831259, Email, www.leics.gov.uk/museums/donington

Explore medieval life at a superbly restored 13th century Manor House with a virtual tour, audio tour and displays.