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Visit Leicester Official Tourist Board for Leicester and Leicestershire (LVEP). We're based at the King Richard III Visitor Centre. To view our terms visit the About Us section

Welcome to the Visit Leicester page, a place crammed full of everything that’s fantastic about our city, including news, photos, videos and events. Our Visit Leicester Centre, in the heart of the City, offers residents and visitors the following:

• Inspirational ideas and information on places to visit
• Discover 2000 years of history in The Story of Leicester
• Find out about shopping, where to eat and drink, special offers and discounts
• Discover what’s on, events, gigs, concerts and club nights
• Browse for local interest books, gifts and souvenirs
• De Montfort Hall box office
• Plan and book short breaks, holidays & day trips

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 9:30am - 5.30pm
Sundays & Bank Holidays: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day

Address:
4a St Martins, Leicester LE1 5DB

Visit Leicester Page Rules
This page is dedicated to celebrating and promoting all the amazing things happening in Leicester and Leicestershire. Our goal is to share positive updates, events, and stories from our vibrant city and county. To ensure this remains a welcoming and enjoyable space for everyone, we ask that you follow these simple rules:

Be Kind and Respectful: Please treat all members with kindness. We have a zero-tolerance policy for hate speech, bullying, and derogatory comments. This rule applies to, but is not limited to discrimination based on age, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender or disability, inflammatory remarks, or comments that are intended to damage a person's reputation. We are committed to keeping this a positive and respectful space. Stay on Topic: This page is for sharing positive updates, events, and news related to Leicester and Leicestershire. Please avoid posting content that is off-topic, spam, or self-promotional unless it's directly relevant and approved by the moderators. Respect the Moderators: Our moderators are here to keep the group a safe and positive space for everyone. Please respect their decisions and guidance. Consequences of Not Following the Rules:

We take these rules seriously to protect our community. If a rule is broken, the following actions will be taken:

First Offense: Your comment will be hidden, and you will receive a formal warning. Second Offense: You will be blocked from the page. We appreciate your co-operation in helping us maintain a positive and supportive community for all things Leicester. Thank you for being a part of it!

It’s easy to forget that just 15 years ago fun social indoor activities in Leicester city centre were pretty thin on the...
03/11/2026

It’s easy to forget that just 15 years ago fun social indoor activities in Leicester city centre were pretty thin on the ground. Fast forward to today, from bowling to bouldering and crazy golf to escape rooms, there are loads of great places to visit with your crew.

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As we head towards Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day we are listing some of the big services and events around the re...
03/11/2026

As we head towards Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day we are listing some of the big services and events around the region as we remember and commemorate those who gave their lives for our freedom.

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Want to take in some live music this month? There are more than 100 shows to enjoy across Leicester in November. Check t...
03/11/2026

Want to take in some live music this month? There are more than 100 shows to enjoy across Leicester in November. Check them out at the link below!

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Historic brews? Count us in!
03/11/2026

Historic brews? Count us in!

Today we're really excited to announce that the second of our four historically inspired b**r collaborations with Josh Smalley, Everards of Leicestershire and the School of Archaeology and Ancient History, University of Leicester is now available and this time it's bottled! 🍻🤩

Introducing Fosse Centurion! We're so excited to taste it this evening at its launch event at Everards Meadows!

Want to know more about this fascinating project and our historical b**rs? Check out our blog post about Fosse Centurion here 👉 https://ulasnews.com/2026/11/02/fosse-centurion/

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The Visit Leicester Information centre is ready for Diwali! Pop in to pick up a Diwali guide for all the information on ...
02/11/2026

The Visit Leicester Information centre is ready for Diwali! Pop in to pick up a Diwali guide for all the information on Leicester's celebrations and some Diwali gifts too!

02/11/2026

Borrowed from Leicester Safari on Instagram. Great to see High Street and other areas of the city so busy for Halloween!

02/11/2026

Join us for a unique evening under the Light of Stars as we welcome Helen Sharman, the first British astronaut.

02/11/2026

BOMBAY FISH AND CHIPS – AVAILABLE NOW! 🌊🐟

You asked, and we've delivered! 🙌🏽

Chaiiwala is now serving a delicious Desi take on a British classic: perfectly flaky fish pakoras, seasoned chips and Tikka Tartare Sauce – available at your local Chaiiwala now. 🔥

Ride the wave 🌊 ... Order yours now! 🌶️

02/11/2026

Riverside Festival has been shortlisted for two UK Festival Awards - and we need your vote!

Help put Leicester's biggest free festival on the national stage by voting for it as Best Inner City Festival and Best Initiative for Emerging Talent.

🗳️ Vote now 👉 https://festivalawards.com/
⏰ Voting closes 2 November. Thank you for supporting Riverside!

Some great shots of Leicester from Halloween night. Town was spooky and buzzing as the community came together to celebr...
02/11/2026

Some great shots of Leicester from Halloween night. Town was spooky and buzzing as the community came together to celebrate Halloween!

Address

4a Street Martins
Leicester
LE15DB

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+441162994444

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