Great Central Railway
Loughborough
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
Stoneywell
Ulverscroft
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
Abbey Pumping Station
Leicester
set in a former Victorian sewerage works with displays of beam engines, showcasing Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage
Beacon Hill Country Park
Loughborough
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
National Space Centre
Leicester
the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space, including the iconic Rocket Tower, the UK’s largest domed planetarium and lots of interactive fun
Bluebell Arboretum
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
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
Bradgate Country Park
Leicester
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
Coalville Manor House
Coalville
a surviving example of a family home built in the 13th century and then modernised in 1618 including period enactments throughout the year
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Castle
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Ruins of 15C castle, formerly a Norman manor house. Fields nearby were the setting for the tournament in Sir Walter Scott's 'Ivanhoe'
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Museum
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
impressive exhibit of Ashby & district's history with local interest. Includes model of Ashby castle under attack in the 17C Civil War