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Conkers welcomes families to the Enchanted Forest during Whit Week
Woodland crafts, ranger activities, amphitheatre shows, outdoor pursuits and more on offer from 23-31 May 2026 CONKERS is offering a range of family-friendly craft and ranger-led activities during this year’s Whit Week (23-31 May 2026). With an immersive Enchanted Forest experience theme, families can enjoy woodland crafts, amphitheatre shows, the Conkachoo train, 4D cinema film, ranger activities and much more. During the week, there will be shows such as Welcome to the Ench
5 hours ago


A joyful, toe‑tapping tribute to a Beatles legend lands in Leicester
Beatlemania is about to make a very welcome comeback in Leicester, as The George Harrison Project brings its hugely popular show to The Little Theatre on Saturday 4 July, 2026 — guitars tuned and harmonies polished. George Harrison wasn’t just “the quiet one” — he was the musical powerhouse behind some of the most loved songs in history. As part of The Beatles, he helped shift more than 600 million records worldwide. https://www.thegeorgeharrisonproject.com/ After the Fab Fou
19 hours ago


QUEEN’S BIGGEST HITS BLAST OFF AT NATIONAL SPACE CENTRE IN STUNNING SURROUND SOUND PLANETARIUM SHOW
The legend that is Queen will be blasting through the cosmos at the National Space Centre on the 29 May at Queen Heaven, an audiovisual planetarium experience dedicated to one of the most enduring bands of all time. Set beneath the vast dome of the UK’s largest planetarium, the show pairs Queen’s biggest anthems — including Bohemian Rhapsody and Who Wants To Live Forever — in a space designed to surround you with sound and atmosphere. A one-of-a-kind experience that celebra
19 hours ago


Leicester Comedy Festival's biggest summer festival 'LCF in the Park' line-up announced
One-day outdoor summer comedy festival LCF in the Park, from the team behind the Leicester Comedy Festival, is excited to announce its full 2026 line-up as it takes over Abbey Park on Sunday 14th June. Audiences can see comedy favourites including Last One Laughing favourite and stand-up sensation Lou Sanders, Taskmaster runner-up and co-host of Early Worms podcast Phil Ellis, and critically acclaimed Plebs and Friday Night Dinner actor and comedian Tom Rosenthal take the mai
2 days ago


Review of The Frame restaurant Leicester.
The Frame 3 courses, including a mezze, a plate and side with a glass of sparkling wine for £20 Leicester Restaurant Week brings together...
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Venues and menus announced for Leicester Restaurant Week 2023
With just a week to go until Leicester Restaurant Week returns to the city for a third year, organisers BID Leicester are thrilled to announce the venues that have signed up so far and the mouth-watering offers they are putting on the table. LRW 2023, Audrey Taking place from Monday 16 – Sunday 22 October, Leicester Restaurant Week will be, once again, shining a spotlight on some of the best restaurants in the city. It will give participating eateries the chance to showcas
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Try out Leicester’s e-bike scheme and ride like the Riders!
Basketball stars from the Leicester Riders are swapping hoops for wheels as they lend their backing to Santander Cycles Leicester, the...
2 min read


Free BikerDown! Training
Many motorcyclists ride in groups or pairs, so it is often the case that when one is involved in an accident the first person in...
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BISTROT PIERRE REVEALS ITS NEWEST AND BIGGEST MENU OVERHAUL
Independent French restaurant group Bistrot Pierre, has launched its biggest menu refresh in years inspired by customer feedback. The...
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A joyful, toe‑tapping tribute to a Beatles legend lands in Leicester
Beatlemania is about to make a very welcome comeback in Leicester, as The George Harrison Project brings its hugely popular show to The Little Theatre on Saturday 4 July, 2026 — guitars tuned and harmonies polished. George Harrison wasn’t just “the quiet one” — he was the musical powerhouse behind some of the most loved songs in history. As part of The Beatles, he helped shift more than 600 million records worldwide. https://www.thegeorgeharrisonproject.com/ After the Fab Fou
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Police car attacked and items thrown from car after attempted cash machine theft in Birstall
An investigation is continuing today (Wednesday 6 May) following an attempted theft of an ATM in Birstall. Police were called to premises in Sibson Road just before 12.15am following a report of a burglary at a building society. When the first officers arrived, the suspects were still at the scene and began attacking the police car. Pictures by Leicester Media Copyright 2026 A group then left Sibson Road in a grey Audi RS6. No injuries were reported. THIS VIDEO CONTAINS FLASH
1 day ago


Fatal collision between motorcyclist and a child in Abbey Lane Leicester
Detectives from the force’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for motorists with dashcams to come forward...
Jul 20, 2022


3 Men have been stabbed in the City Centre this morning
3 men stabbed in Leicester
Jun 5, 2022


Five men found not guilty of murder after case dismissed
Five men who were charged with the murder of Raju Modhwadia have been found not guilty after the case was dismissed in court. Mr...
May 23, 2022


Woman in her 20s has been sexually assaulted in a Leicester Park
All entrances to Rally Park in the city have been closed by the police. A police cordon remains in place this afternoon due to a ongoing...
Apr 24, 2022


Killer driver jailed for more than five years
A motorist who killed a passenger and seriously injured another in a collision where his speed exceeded 100mph in a residential area has...
Apr 22, 2022


A Man is in a critical condition after being assaulted in Thurmaston.
Officers are appealing for witnesses to an assault which happened in Thurmaston in the early hours of this morning (Sunday). Police were...
Apr 10, 2022


Three charged with murder following death of Raju Modhwadia
Three men have been charged with murder following the death of Raju Modhwadia. Tameer Mitha, 35, of Hamilton Street, Leicester; Issakiah...
Apr 7, 2022


Leicestershire Police mourn the death of former Chief Constable Simon Cole QPM
It is with great sadness that Leicestershire Police announce the death of Simon Cole, aged 55, who recently retired from the force....
Mar 30, 2022


12 Fire Appliances from across the county fight blaze at recycling plant in Leicester
There is a total of up to 70 Firefighters and Officers in attendance. 12 Fire crews are fighting a blaze at a waste recycling plant The...
Mar 4, 2022
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