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Leicester’s “outdoor” market is a feast for the senses, as it’s a large sprawling affair in the middle of the town with several hundred stalls and a covered section. It is said to be the...
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On our way through Leicestershire, we stopped by an church to see whether or not if we could take a peek inside, and luckily, we were able to. From the outside, it wasn't exactly the most...
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Right next to Watermead Country Park, the Hope and Anchor is great for some pub grub after a walk round the Watermead lakes. Alternatively the Hope and Anchor is sat right on top of the canal, so...
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My one and only visit to the Mulberry Tree was on Christmas Day this year. The Mulberry Tree has a fabulous reputation for doing very good food, and is situated in the very pretty heart of Birstall...
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Indigo's restaurant specialises in very genuine and delicious indian/chinese food. If you like things, hot, spicy, tasty or interesting you must come here. THe staff are really helpful if you find...
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Located on the outskirts of Leicester, just 5 miles from the City Centre, Watermead Country Park is a 140-hectare green space. It is a haven for wildlife, ducks and other waterfowl. Easily accessed...
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This is a well sized music venue with the most annoying bar in the Western Hemisphere. By this I mean that it is not uncommon to spend an hour at the front of the bar waiting whilst those who have...
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Sumo is a bar of three parts. Downstairs in the dark and grimy basement is the live music section. From here you can witness all manner of guitar loving, long haired, military shirted young men...
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@ the Source is a wonderful little shop/cafe and meeting place for people into Spirituality, Reiki, Healing, Tarot, Angel Cards, etc etc. As there are few churches set up for these kinds of...
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Belgrave Hall Museum and Gardens is a beautiful stately home and pretty gardens set a spitting distance away from the City Centre. It has recently become somewhat infamous for it's hauntings since...
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I was advised to go to this pub by a friend of mine and im glad i did. They sell there own ale which is brewed in Nottingham called...The Cock and Hoop. It is a lovely old fashioned pub in a half...
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Syston is a small town that can be found if you carry on straight up Melton road out of Leicester. On it's way to more attractive areas such as Melton Mowbray, Syston certainly has it's own small charms. Most noticeable is the fact that one small stretch of road houses THREE fish and chips bars....
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The Observatory is a large gastro pub with warm lighting, comfy surroundings and a hefty menu! Although the restaurant is not 'themed' as such, it is heavily influenced by grilled meats, steaks and big chunks of fish. There are also vegetarian options, but they are few in comparison to the many...
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The City Gallery is located on Granby Street in Leicester City Centre. It is a comparatively small contemporary gallery, and from the front could just be another shop. However it stretches far back...
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