Manor Road, Donington Le Heath, Coalville,
Leicestershire LE67 2FW
Tel: 01455 290429
Email: dlhmanorhouse@leics.gov.uk
https://www.doningtonleheath.org.uk/
The 1620s House and Garden is like taking a step back in time where you can explore the early 17th century house and its gardens and see how people lived 400 years ago.
Meridian Leisure Park, Lubbesthorpe Way, Leicester LE19 1JZ
Tel: 0116 2894731
Email:
leicester@360play.co.uk
https://360play.co.uk/360-play-leicester/
Embark on a thrilling journey at 360 Play Leicester, where fun knows no limits for the whole family. Dive into imaginative play in our amazing role play street, conquer our soft playframe, and delight in dodgem rides and carousel spins. Explore our outdoor area on sunny days then refuel at our café with delicious hot and cold options. Hold a birthday party or celebration with us and we will ensure an unforgettable day.
Ashby de la Zouch offers a lot more than an intriguing name.
There's lots of places to eat and drink, independent shops to explore and so much heritage that a visit to the museum and a tour of Ashby Castle is highly recommended.
Shackerstone, Leicestershire CV13 6NW
Tel: 01827 880754
https://www.battlefieldline.co.uk/
This remarkable railway captures the very essence of a country line, with steam, diesel and railcar train services along with small stations meandering along a single track line. It really does convey something of the feeling and atmosphere of heady days past.
Grantham, Leicestershire NG32 1PE
Tel: 01476 871001
Email: reception@belvoircastle.com
https://www.belvoircastle.com
The home of the Duke & Duchess of Rutland, history really does come to life at Belvoir Castle. You'll see life as the butler saw it and you might bump into the fifth Duchess or a handmaid going about her daily business. Enjoy the gardens and the Adventure Playground and at the foot of the castle is the Engine Yard retail village.
Ambion Lane, Sutton Cheney, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire, CV13 0AD
Tel: 01455 290429
Email: bosworth@leics.gov.uk
https://www.bosworthbattlefield.org.uk/
Bosworth Battlefield tells the story which changed the course of history in 1485, when two Kings, Richard III and Henry VII fought over the Crown of England, and Henry established the powerful Tudor dynasty.
Bosworth Marina
Carlton Road, Market Bosworth CV13 6PG
Tel: 01455 291111
https://leicestershiredayboathire.co.uk/
The Harry and Sally day boat is based at Bosworth Marina, situated on the tranquil rural and lockless Ashby Canal, which passes through an attractive farming landscape, close to visitor attractions and pretty villages. Full or mini day hire & short taster trips available.
40 Calais Hill, Leicester, LE1 6AR
Email: hello@caddyshackers.co.uk
https://caddyshackers.co.uk/
Looking for a unique and thrilling mini golf experience? Look no further than Caddyshackers – the biggest, baddest, and best 9-hole crazy golf course in Leicester! Get ready to throw out any preconceived notions of what mini golf should be and embrace the unexpected.
In the heart of the National Forest
https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/heritage_sites
Coalville is a town steeped in heritage with an exciting past. From coal mining and rocket trains to Action Man Coalville can be proud of its past. Snibston Colliery Park offers a unique experience at one of the country's best preserved colliery sites with much to see and do.
Millennium Avenue,
Rawdon Road, Moira, Leicestershire, DE12 6GA
Tel:
01283 216 633
Email: info@visitconkers.com
https://www.visitconkers.com
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.
East Street, Leicester, LE1 6NB
Email: hello@eaststreetlanes.co.uk
https://eaststreetlanes.co.uk/
With eight Brunswick lanes, each accommodating six people, you can bring your whole crew along for an exciting day out. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while bowling. But wait, there's more! Our gaming arcade is packed with a variety of retro classics, including pool, air hockey, basketball, giant screen Space Invaders, superbike and Nintendo Cruis'n Blast racing machines, and many more.
Melbourne Road, Newbold Coleorton, Leicestershire LE65 1RS
Tel:
01283 763 350
Email:
info@fieldsportuk.co.uk
https://www.fieldsportuk.co.uk/home/
Try your hand at axe throwing, air rifle and pistol shooting. Challenge friends to a tactical zombie shoot using four very different weapons. Test your eye with our traditional clay shoot...or spice it up with a pump action shotgun.
Loughborough Central Station, Great Central Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire,
LE11 1RW
Tel:
01509 632323
Email:
sales@gcrailway.co.uk
https://www.gcrailway.co.uk
Trains operate every weekend, Bank Holidays and selected weekdays during the summer and school holidays with steam and heritage diesel locomotives as well as our heritage railcars. Journey through time, discover fine dining and step into a world of vintage luxury on board our First Class dining services offering multi-course meals. Or you can relive those childhood dreams and command a living, breathing steam engine or navigate the tracks with the robust control of a diesel locomotive.
4A St. Martins, Leicester LE1 5DB
Tel:
0300 300 0900
Email:
info@kriii.com
https://kriii.com/
Turn detective and travel back through time to uncover the plot lines, birth rights and family connections that combined to create a story of medieval murder, mystery and mayhem. Fast-forward over 500 years to a car park in Leicester city centre where the amazing evidence-gathering that resulted in the discovery of the long-lost remains of King Richard III is revealed.
Loughborough Road, Leicester, LE4 5PN
Tel: 0116 268 1426
Email: info@lopc.co.uk
https://www.lopc.co.uk/
Adventurous outdoor activity experiences designed to stimulate, educate and motivate young people and others at affordable prices in a challenging and safe environment.
Ground Floor, Rutland Centre, Halford Street, Leicester LE1 1TQ
Tel: 020 4531 2000
https://sixescricket.comhttps://sixescricket.com/location/leicester
Cricket, but not as you know it! We've re-imagined the age old game of cricket for the modern socialite. Precision sports tech and a global leaderboard meets hospitality.
Feel the thrill…be the drama…Let's play!
Loughborough Bellfoundry
Freehold Street, Loughborough. LE11 1AR
Tel:
01509 638500
Email: info@loughboroughbellfoundry.org
https://www.loughboroughbellfoundry.org
Since 1859, the grade II* listed Loughborough Bellfoundry, home to historic bellmakers John Taylor & Co., has cast more than 25,000 bells that are hung in over 100 countries around the world. The museum will be closed for refurbishment from September 2022 but an online guide can be seen on the website. Tours of the foundry are taking place, see website for dates.
Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park
Furnace Lane, Moira, nr Ashby, Leicestershire DE12 6AT
Tel: 01283 224667
Email:
office@moirafurnace.org
www.moirafurnace.org
An early 19th century iron-making furnace. Displays relate to the iron making process, the industries of Moira and the story of its inhabitants. There is also a restored section of Ashby Canal on the site so you may wish to enjoy a boat trip. Enjoy finding out about its fascinating history, with woodland walks and trails to explore.
Exploration Drive, Leicester LE4 5NS
Tel:
0116 261 0261
Email:
info@spacecentre.co.uk
https://spacecentre.co.uk/
With six interactive galleries, the UK’s largest planetarium, unique 3D Simulator experience and the iconic 42m high Rocket Tower, the award-winning National Space Centre is an out of this world experience.
We regularly welcome astronauts to the centre to tell us about their missions. Our Astronauts Gallery showcases all the astronauts we have had the honour to meet.
Markfield, Leicestershire LE67
Tel: 07770 944 322
Email: info@paintballsas22.co.uk
http://www.paintballsas22.co.uk/index.html
Enter the military base, built by ex-special forces and immerse yourself in a fun, exhilarating, adventure where strategy, teamwork and imagination are key.
Abbey Grange, Oaks Road, Whitwick, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 5UP
Tel: 01530 506935
Email: tearoom@stjosephsruralcentre.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/StJosephsTearoom/
If you love scones, St Joseph's Tearoom is the place to be. Breakfasts, lunches and evening dining at Bonino's.
Also crafts and wellbeing courses, events and a listening ear.
2 Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 2FG
Email:
hello@stoughtongrangefarmpark.co.uk
You can see a variety of farm animals at the Farm Park, which has an idyllic setting. It's great fun to visit all the animals, from pigs to goats to ponies and sheep! Also, make sure you stop by cuddle corner to meet the rabbits and guinea pigs!
Bond Lane, Mountsorrel, Loughborough, Leicestershire,
LE12 7AR
Tel: 01509 413216
Email: oink@stonehurstfarm.co.uk
https://www.stonehurstfarm.co.uk/
Stonehurst Farm is a real working family farm where you can meet and feed the friendly animals, collect freshly laid eggs, enjoy tractor rides, pony rides, hold baby animals, explore our nature trail and see what you can catch pond dipping.
Treetop Adventure Golf
Highcross, 3 Shires Lane, Leicester, LE1 4AN
Tel: 0116 402 8333
Email:
infoleicester@adventuregolf.com
https://adventuregolf.com/leicester/
Come and play our two indoor, 18 – hole mini golf courses. Tackle the Tropical Trail or Ancient Explorer then brave the bonus 19th hole to win a free round.
Tuck into home made pizza, sip tropical drinks, enjoy cracking coffee and take home a treasured souvenir at our free photobooth.
Lindridge Lane, Desford, Leicestershire
LE9 9GN
Tel: 01455 824603
Email: Info@tropicalbirdland.co.uk
http://tropicalbirdland.com/
Tropical Birdland is a 6.5-acre sanctuary for Parrots and exotic birds. Housing over 250 feathery residents, every square inch has been devoted to giving a home to some of the most alluring and captivating species from around the world.
Melton Spinney Road, Thorpe Arnold, Melton Mowbray,
Leicestershire LE14 4FF
Tel: 01664 567777
Email: info@twinlakespark.co.uk
https://www.twinlakespark.co.uk/
Twinlakes Park offers the very best in family entertainment jam-packed with a breath-taking variety of family Rides, Attractions, animals and even a waterpark. Set in 70 acres of glorious countryside, where you'll find unlimited action and play zones, a massive 125,000sqft indoors plus rides and attractions galore. All weather action all year round!
Norton Grange, Norton-Juxta-Twycross, Leicestershire CV9 3PX
Tel: 0844 474 1777
Email: info@twycrosszoo.org
https://twycrosszoo.org/
Looking for an action packed family day out? Twycross Zoo are celebrating 60 years of amazing animals, courageous conservation and fantastic family fun! Come close to hundreds of animals from some of the most endangered species, Twycross Zoo is famous for its world renowned primate collect and is the only zoo in the UK that you can see all 4 great apes – gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees and bonobos. They are home to the most critically endangered big bat on earth, the Amur leopard and the magnificent snow leopard as well as other incredible species such as giraffes, zebras, penguins and meerkats plus giant tortoises and SO much more!
Langton Road, Kibworth Harcourt, Leicester, LE8 0PR
Tel: 0116 319 1360
Email: reception@windmillfarmpark.co.uk
https://windmillfarmpark.co.uk/
Throughout the year, there’s exciting special events to celebrate the magic of each season.
Connect with nature as you roam acres of farmland to meet more than 30 different breeds of animals including both rare & native. Create lasting memories by taking part in the fantastic range of seasonal animal activities including guinea pig fishing & goat milking. Playtime at Windmill Farm Park is endless as little adventurers will love to climb, crawl and explore in the award-winning indoor play area. Outside, discover jumping pillows, a climbing frame, ride on tractors and water-based play. Then let your inner adventurer run wild in Brian’s Wood where you can get creative with musical instruments & den making.
Kibworth Road, Wistow, Leicester. LE8 0QF
Tel: 07884 403889
Email: diana@wistow.com
https://wistow.com/
Enjoy exploring a giant 8-acre Maize Maze with a fun Quiz Trail hidden amongst 3 miles of paths, with high-level bridges & towers giving stunning panoramic views. Includes an Activity Funyard full of mini mazes and games for all ages. The maze is redesigned each year using GPS satellite technology and is situated opposite Wistow Rural Centre.
Kibworth Road, Wistow, Leicester. LE8 0QF
https://wistow.com/
Wistow Rural Centre is situated in beautiful countryside, consisting of an award-winning garden centre, café/bistro, model village, art gallery, delicatessen, a Wellness Centre and many shops selling women’s clothing, jewellery, home fragrances, dog accessories, furniture, outdoor living ideas and numerous gifts.
10 Nottingham Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE13 1NW
Tel:
01664 482068
Email:
hello@porkpie.co.uk
https://porkpie.co.uk/
Based in the town of Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire, the spiritual home of the Pork Pie, we have been making and baking pies for over 170 years.
The finest locally sourced ingredients and Mary Dickinson’s techniques continue to be passed down through our passionate team of bakers. These award winning hand-crafted pies are baked in the Shoppe daily and taste as good as they always have.
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Loughborough
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