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Travelling
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Leicester,Junction
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Leicestershire
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Leicestershire
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 Leicester
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 Leicester,
a thriving city and the county town, with a university.
There is lots going on with clubs, restaurants and the Haymarket
Theatre.
The city has good shopping facilities with pedestrianised
shopping streets and the Shires Shopping Centre.
When you are visiting take a look at the famous unusual clock
tower, and try the canal walks along the Grand Union and Soar
river.
Historic Roman pavements and baths still remain from the
early settlement of the site.
Most museums are free in this city, which is useful for tourists
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There is a large Indian population with a good Hindu temple.
For sport, there is a racecourse, at Wigston A50 south of
the city, and a popular football team(!).
Outside the city, there are wild moorland and woods
at Bradgate, and at Swithland (B5328 off A6 towards
Loughborough), which also has a reservoir and golf course.
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Map of Leicester |
What
To See -
Leicester Tourist Attractions
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 The
National Space Centre, try the new National
Space Centre! Recently opened with lots to do and see on a Space
related theme. 2 miles north of Leicester,well signposted and
bus service from city centre in special buses. Lots to do for
children and adults, activities, displays, films. Take a look
at www.spacecentre.co.uk
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| The
Guildhall in Leicester |
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| Jewry
Wall museum records the city's past on the site of Roman
baths, and has mosaic pavements. |
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| Newarke
Houses Museum, social history in the 1511 Chantry House |
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| St
Martins Cathedral, on a Saxon site and former Roman temple |
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| Church
of St Mary de Castro, Norman church. |
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| Leicestershire
Museum & Art Gallery, New Walk, has children's 'Discovery'
room, art collection and has exhibitions. |
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| Wyston's
House Museum Of Costume, cloths from the 17th century
to now, Tel: 0116 247 3056 |
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| Belgrave
Hall, to the north, A6 and A607 junction, 18th
century house, gardens,shop etc, Tel: 0116 2666590 |
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| Abbey
Pumping Station, museum of public health, with beam engine,
shop, Tel: 0116 299511 |
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| Gas
Museum, a favorite museum,shop, Tel: 0116 2503190 |
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Knitters Museum, at Wigston, A50 south,in restored 18th
century house, Tel: 01162883396 |
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| Bradgate
Country Park, Newtown Linford, B5327 via Anstey north
west, Charnwood Forest, the former royal hunting forest, an
area untouched for nearly 800 years, you can see the ruins of
the home of Lady Jane Grey with a visitor centre, see the deer
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Kirby
Muxloe Castle, off A47 just over the M1, 15th century
ruins, built then the owner killed, shop etc, Tel: 0116 2386886
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| Botanic
Gardens, at Oadby, university gardens in 16 acres or
so, Tel: 0116 2717725 |
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Where
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St Nicholas Circle Leicester LE1 5LX MAP
The Holiday Inn Leicester City is a centrally located hotel. A variety of single, twin, family and executive rooms available. The Hotel offers conference facilities to accommadate small meetings and large conferences for upto 260 people theatre style.
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13 - 21 St Nicholas Place Leicester LE1 4LD MAP
This stunning boutique hotel sets a new standard in city centre accommodation in Leicester. The contemporary rooms and the suite provide relaxed luxury surroundings for a business stay or a romantic weekend escape.
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Smith Way Grove Park Leicester LE19 1SW MAP
Opening in May 2006, the new Leicester Marriott Hotel will form a stunning gateway to this vibrant region. The hotel will bring together the best in contemporary facilities with Marriott's hallmark care and attention to detail. All 227 rooms ...
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Braunstone Lane East Leicester LE3 2FW MAP
The hotel is located 5 minutes from junction 21 of the M1 motorway, heading into the city centre. The Leicester train station is only 5 minutes away by taxi.
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De Montfort Street Leicester LE1 7GR MAP
The Belmont, a town house hotel of character, offers a unique city centre position beside the leafy New Walk, an elegant Victorian conservation area. It is just minutes from the City centre, and has ample free car parking.
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360 London Road Stoneygate Leicester LE2 2PL MAP
Whatever the purpose of your stay, this exquisitely restored Victorian Town House Hotel will charm you with its grace and elegance.
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299 Leicester Road Wigston Leicester LE18 1JW MAP
Conveniently situated just 10 minutes from City Center and, junction 21 off the M1/M69 motorways. The Best Western Leicester Stage Hotel offers every modern amenity whilst maintaining traditional values.
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6 Bath Lane Leicester LE3 5BD
These luxury serviced apartments with a city centre location offer a choice of studios, one or 2 bedroom accommodation and penthouses. All apartments are fully furnished and offer balconies.
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Bath Lane Leicester LE3 5BA
A stunning new waterfront development, these stylish duplex apartments are ideally situated in the heart of Leicester, overlooking the River Soar and the city centre.
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Around
The Leicester Area
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de la Zouch or Loughborough. |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Loughborough (9.92 miles) Market Bosworth (11.09 miles) Coalville (11.48 miles) Hinckley (11.84 miles) Lutterworth (12.66 miles) Melton Mowbray (13.83 miles) Market Harborough (14.14 miles) Kegworth (15.11 miles) Nuneaton (15.88 miles) Ashby de la Zouch (16.03 miles) Ruddington (17.76 miles) |
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