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Ranked #1 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "A beautiful and interesting walk in a..." 14/05/2013
- "Diverse and beautiful." 14/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #2 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "nice stadium with mind blowing look" 16/05/2013
- "Legends match" 11/05/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #3 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Can't fault it." 28/04/2013
- "Only Place to watch films in Leicester" 07/04/2013
Category: Cinemas; Theatres
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Phoenix is an Independent Cinema based in the vibrant cultural quarter of Leicester. The monthly programme of new, classics...
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Phoenix is an Independent Cinema based in the vibrant cultural quarter of Leicester. The monthly programme of new, classics and cults is specially selected for its audience. In addition to the cinema. Phoenix has film festivals, seasons, quizzes, short course and more. The Cafe Bar serves home cooked food using local produce, and has a specially selected choice of regional ales and world wide wines. Cube gallery shows exciting digital exhibitions. Phoenix is a charity - publicly funded to bring great film and art to all.
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Ranked #4 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Great Venue" 14/05/2013
- "Second visit but not the last" 10/05/2013
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Ranked #5 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Its a great place for a wet day out wi..." 07/05/2013
- "Great Museum" 30/04/2013
Category: Gardens; Museums
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Ranked #6 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "History Boys - Enjoyable show" 04/05/2013
- "great time warp theatre" 09/04/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #7 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "hot stuff!" 17/05/2013
- "Looking for some Hot Stuff!!" 13/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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Curve Theatre is Leicester’s magnificent home for theatre and the performing arts and is situated at the heart of the city’s...
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Curve Theatre is Leicester’s magnificent home for theatre and the performing arts and is situated at the heart of the city’s Cultural Quarter. Curve is a proud supporter of new and emerging talent and actively participates in the development of the next generation of artists, writers and directors. As well as presenting some of the world’s finest touring work, Curve produces a varied programme of diverse, exciting and inspiring theatre including large scale musicals to rival the West End.
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Ranked #8 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "good and amazine" 16/05/2013
- "Comedy Event - Fabulous as always" 15/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #9 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Great wedding photos venue" 07/05/2013
- "Excellent gardens" 06/05/2013
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #10 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Guided walk" 18/05/2013
- "History brought to life" 14/05/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres; Historic Sites; Museums
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Visitors to Bosworth Battlefield, whether they are schoolchildren, historians, leisure groups, families or leisure seeking...
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Visitors to Bosworth Battlefield, whether they are schoolchildren, historians, leisure groups, families or leisure seeking day-trippers, can experience what this famous turning point in British history really meant. A great day out!
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Ranked #11 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "nice collections" 16/05/2013
- "Dinosaurs to Mummies to Picasso" 30/04/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #12 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Richard III Exhibition" 13/05/2013
- "king in the car park exhibition" 10/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #13 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Free, fun and fantastic" 12/05/2013
- "FREE Craft day" 07/05/2013
Category: Museums; Speciality Museums
Abbey Pumping Station is an industrial museum in Leicester on Corporation Road opposite The National Space Centre. The museum is in a 1891 Victorian pumping station formerly used... more »
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Ranked #14 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Nice walk and worth a visit" 09/04/2013
- "Calm" 08/03/2013
Category: Historic Sites
The ruins of the Abbey are contained within the -better known locally as- Abbey Park. The whole park is a traditional Victorian urban green space, and has a beautiful collection... more »
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Ranked #15 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "nice research centre" 16/05/2013
- "Educational and Great Fun" 14/05/2013
Category: Science Museums
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The National Space Centre was voted Large Visitor Attraction of the Year and upon arrival you will understand why, this...
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The National Space Centre was voted Large Visitor Attraction of the Year and upon arrival you will understand why, this really is a visit that is out of this world.Take a journey through the six hands-on galleries, stopping at over 150 interactive experiences, then travel in the glass lift through three floors in the 42m high Rocket Tower and encounter Space Race; the epic battle for the control of space!Sit back in awe in the UK’s largest planetarium; the Space Theatre, as we take you on a voyage of discovery in this 360° fulldome experience.Are you made of the right stuff to be an astronaut of the future? Human Spaceflight: Lunar Base 2025, will test your mental and physical ability to survive the long and dangerous voyage into deep space, culminating in a stunning 3D simulator mission through the Solar System to the ice moon Europa.This summer the National Space Centre launched another world exclusive interactive experience in association with The Met Office; the Weather Pod. Take your place to deliver a weather report in 2085, what will the UK look like, how has global warming effected us and how can space science help? Why not share your experience with all your friends and post your report on Facebook, Youtube or your own blog!The National Space Centre is an all weather attraction for all the family. Situated in the heart of the Midlands, the centre is located just two miles from Leicester city centre close, with easy access from the M1 and M69, just follow the distinctive brown rocket signs on all major arterial routes to find us. On site we have over 400 parking spaces, restaurant, shop and all the facilities you would expect from a world class attraction. The National Space Centre is hours of interactive fun and breathtaking discovery.The National Space Centre hosts many exciting weekend events, including astronomy evenings, movie themed events, astronaut visits, computer gaming challenges, even an invasion by the 501st UK Garrison Star Wars group and many more… see the website for full detailsOpening TimesSchool HolidaysMonday – Sunday 10am – 5pmSchool Term Time Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am – 5pmWe suggest you allow a minimum of 4 hours for your visit
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Ranked #16 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "An amazing an informative day out" 05/03/2013
- "A very personal way to experience bird..." 21/02/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #17 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Football should be Saturday afternoon" 30/03/2013
- "Leicester v Leeds" 14/03/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #18 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "New Display good!" 22/04/2013
- "Quaint...worth atleast one visit" 23/01/2013
Category: History Museums; Art Museums
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Ranked #19 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Shame on Leicester City Council." 14/05/2013
- "Haunted!" 08/03/2013
Category: Gardens; Museums
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Ranked #20 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Really enjoyable visit" 01/04/2013
- "grand!" 10/01/2013
Category: Castles
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Ranked #21 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Initmate Show" 10/04/2013
- "viuctory show Cosby Leicester" 22/02/2013
Category: Performances
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Ranked #22 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "WEDDING AT THE BEAVER CASTLE" 12/05/2013
- "Disappointing" 10/05/2013
Category: Castles
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Ranked #23 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Lovely Walk." 14/05/2013
- "Great day out" 12/04/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #24 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Informative" 12/04/2013
- "full of history and atmosphere in the..." 31/03/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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Ranked #25 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Visit this for wealth of information" 22/04/2013
- "Great Historical Information with arti..." 16/03/2013
Category: History Museums
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Ranked #26 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Worth the extra money!" 10/05/2013
- "Over-priced but the kids liked it" 08/05/2013
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Ranked #27 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Hidden gem of a theatre in the heart o..." 12/12/2012
- "Nice and cosy" 23/11/2012
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #28 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Great local racecouse" 20/04/2013
- "race" 25/01/2013
Category: Horse Tracks
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Ranked #29 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "A must visit" 09/04/2013
- "CURRENTLY CLOSED!" 30/08/2012
Category: Museums; Speciality Museums
The National Gas Museum on Aylestone Road in Leicester is housed in a former gas works. It is claimed to have the largest collection of gas and gas artifacts in the world. The... more »
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Ranked #30 of 42 attractions in Leicester
- "Excellence all round." 25/04/2013
- "ex member" 25/10/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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