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Leicester & Leicestershire Local Guide

Your guide to Leicester and nearby communities

Explore Leicester and nearby Leicestershire towns and villages, with things to do, independent shopping and useful community contacts.

Artist's impression of Leicester Cathedral and Cathedral Gardens
The city

About Leicester: history, neighbourhoods and getting around

Get to know Leicester through its Old Town, Roman heritage, cultural venues and neighbourhood shopping streets.

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Artist's impression of the National Space Centre Rocket Tower beside the River Soar in Leicester
Things to do

Things to do in Leicester: heritage, parks, science and culture

Build a Leicester day out around museums, the National Space Centre, Abbey Park and the Cultural Quarter.

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Artist's impression of Leicester Town Hall and the fountain in Town Hall Square
Community

Leicester community contacts: councils, libraries and local spaces

Find the right council for city and county services, plus official routes to libraries and community venues.

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Artist's impression of Leicester's Lanes with timber-framed Guildhall-inspired architecture; not an exact street view
Shopping

Shopping in Leicester: the Lanes, Highcross and the Golden Mile

Plan a shopping trip through independent streets, major stores and Leicester's distinctive neighbourhood retailers.

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Artist's composite impression of a Leicester shop owner preparing a listing, with Curve-inspired Cultural Quarter architecture beyond
Local business

Where to list and promote your Leicester business

Compare official local promotion routes, Google Business Profile and practical support without assuming every scheme is free.

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