Leicestershire Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

UK's only double track, main line heritage railway. It’s the only place in the world where full size steam engines can be seen passing each other

set on a rocky outcrop, one man's realisation of an Arts and Crafts vision within a family home surrounded by 4 acres of lovely gardens

set in a former Victorian sewerage works with displays of beam engines, showcasing Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage

enjoy magnificent views, woodland walks, and open heathland. Discover the rhododendron labyrinth and the many unique wooden sculptures. Children’s play area with a hazel maze and log train in the Natural Play Area

high tech King Richard lll museum exploring the story of the last Plantagenet king including visiting the site of the grave where he was recently found

the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space, including the iconic Rocket Tower, the UK’s largest domed planetarium and lots of interactive fun

five acres of woodland and arboretum, planted since the early 90s. Contains an avenue of witch hazels and rare trees, including over 30 oak species and cultivars, and the most complete collection of winterberries

850 acres of natural parkland surrounding the ruins of Bradgate house, home of Lady Jane Grey, the 9 day Queen of England. Also featuring extensive wildlife

a surviving example of a family home built in the 13th century and then modernised in 1618 including period enactments throughout the year

Ruins of 15C castle, formerly a Norman manor house. Fields nearby were the setting for the tournament in Sir Walter Scott's 'Ivanhoe'

impressive exhibit of Ashby & district's history with local interest. Includes model of Ashby castle under attack in the 17C Civil War