Visit Leicester

We are delighted to announce that Visit Leicester has been awarded Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) status by @VisitEngland , the national tourism body. This will allow us to further raise the profile of the city and county as national visitor destinations in partnership with other nationally and regionally accredited LVEPs, give us the opportunity to apply for government grants and funding, and the chance to participate in national marketing activity and travel trade activity You can read more about the announcement by clicking the link in our bio #visitleicester #leicester #leicestershire #tourism #travel

Popped into the Makers Market at @lcbdepot , some amazing stuff here! #art #artists #creatives #makers

Looking for things to do with the kids this half term? 👀🎉⁠ ⁠ From space trails and mermaids to clay workshops, theatre shows and Star Wars exhibitions, there’s loads happening across Leicester city centre this May half term - and lots of it is free or low-cost too 💫⁠ ⁠ We’ve rounded up 8 family-friendly activities to help keep little ones entertained over the break 🧒✨⁠ ⁠ 📲 Search the featured businesses and events on the My Leicester App for more information, or find them online and start planning your half term adventures!⁠ ⁠ #leicesterhalfterm #halftermactivities #eventsinleicester #familyeventsleicester⁠

Leicester does brunch well! So many great options and I can’t wait to try more brunch venues. Here are some of my favourites ahead of the weekend. #visitleicester #supportlocal #brunch #leicesterbrunch Are you out for brunch this weekend? Where are you going?

Starting today is @thenatforest Walking Festival. We took a wander round Swithland Woods last weekend, but you can explore the whole forest over the next couple of weeks using their suggested walks brochure available at the link in our bio #ForestWalks #NatureWalks #GetOutside #NatureLovers

🌶️ Mirch Masala: Vegetarian & Vegan Indian Brunch, Leicester l ad This Golden Mile institution in Leicester, has recently added to its brunch selection with ‘The Big Indian’, a twist on the Full English as well as offering their classic Indian breakfast (Mirch Breakfast) with minis of all the traditional Indian breakfast favourites. Mirch Masala also celebrates its 30th Birthday this year, testament to its popularity and genuinely one of our favourite spots in the city. All of the dishes on the menu are vegetarian or Vegan, plus all their desserts are eggless! Here’s what we feasted on for brunch: 🍴The Big Indian (comforting Indian breakfast favourites - soft scrambled tofu akuri, richly spiced paneer sausages, crispy aloo tikki, masala baked beans, hot chilli cheese toast, grilled tomatoes and mushrooms) Masala chai is included! 🌶️ Mirch Breakfast (unlimited servings of traditional favourites including Idli, Masala Dosa, Puri, Bateta Shak, Pawa Bateta, Beetroot & Spinach Dhokla, Ganthia, Sambhoro, Fried Chilies, Sambhar, & Gulab Jamun. ☕️ Unlimited masala chai 🍹Pink Lychee Mojito Mocktail 🍫 Indulgent Hot Chocolate Details 📍Unit 19-20 Belgrave Commercial Centre, 180 Belgrave Road. Leicester. LE4 5AU 🍴Brunch available Sat & Sun 11:00-13:00 🌱 Everything Vegan or Vegetarian. 💴 Very good value for money! ********** @mirchmasalaleicester @fumedia #leicester #indianbreakfast #brunch #indianrestaurant #vegetarianindianfood [Leicester Indian restaurants. Indian. Brunch in Leicester. Breakfast in Leicester. Breakfast. Indian Breakfast in Leicester. Golden Mile Restaurant. Indian Fusion Food. Pure Vegetarian Restaurant Leicester. Indian Vegan Food Leicester]

The Summer we’ve been waiting for 😎🍹🥳 Follow for updates, news and plenty of surprises along the way! 🎾 ⚽️ 🍺 🍿 🎥 ☀️

@summeronthesq is taking over Jubilee Square for the duration of the World Cup from 11th June - 19th July! This will be Leicester’s first large-scale outdoor screen and dedicated pop-up beer garden 😎🍹 ⚽️ This is a huge step for Leicester! The pop-up area will have benches, deck chairs (bean bags 🤞🏻) and be open daily from midday - bringing summer vibes with a calendar of food, drink, DJ sessions, acoustic music, cultural events, film nights and live coverage of the Summer’s biggest sporting fixtures including Wimbledon and the World Cup!! 🎾 🍓 Opening day will be on the 11th June with England playing their first match on Wednesday 17th June vs. Croatia (9pm). Englands remaining group games are below, but dates after that will depend on how well they do 🤞🏻 England vs. Ghana – Tues, 23rd June (9pm) England vs. Panama – Sat, 27th June(10pm) No tickets required, just first come first served. England games will be over 18’s and full security in place to keep things safe and enjoyable for all 😎 Advise is to arrive early! Keep an eye on their socials for updates on everything you need to know ☀️ 🍿 📍 Jubilee Square Leicester LE1 📅 11th June - 19th July @summeronthesq *picture for visualisation purposes only.

LEICESTER’S ALL YOU CAN EAT HOT POT & BBQ?! 🍜🥬 📍 Yo! Fresh: 31-35 Welford Road, Leicester, LE3 7AD This might be only of my new favourite videos because I genuinely enjoyed this visit SO SO SO much. Thank you to Yo! Fresh for very kindly inviting me, I’ve always walked past but never really knew the amount of variety they had at all! From hot pot to bbq to sushi to tempura and all the side dishes accompanying it - I was not expecting it at all! 💰 prices depend on the day/time that you’re going and the option you pick - ranging from £25.99-£26.99 🌱 Options for Vegetarian & Halal (unsure about Vegan) @yofresh_leicester [gifted] all opinions are of my own Let me know what you guys think! #visitleicester #Leicesterfood #leicesterfoodie #hotpotrestaurant #bbqrestaurant

We can’t believe we’re already halfway through the #WalkLeicester Festival! There’s still time to join us for free guided walks across the city - from medieval history tours and mindful nature strolls to family‑friendly events like Funky Feet and Wacky Wheels. Step out with us this May and celebrate walking for health, happiness, and the environment. Find the full list and book your place on the Choose How You Move website 👉 choosehowyoumove.co.uk/walkleicester/ (link in bio) #leicester #thingstodoinleicester #visitleicester #walkleicester #groupwalks

On 30 & 31 May head to @bosworthbattlefield for a weekend of live historical battle recreations with their Knights In Battle event. This colourful, action-packed living history weekend is perfect for the whole family! #Battlefield #History #LivingHistory #Medieval #HistoryWeekend

Coming to Leicester's Victoria Park in June is the first ever Leicester Balloon Festival. Expect massive hot air balloons, music, food and drink and loads of fantastic family fun! Tickets on sale now, click the link in our bio! #HotAirBalloons #BalloonFestival #FamilyFunLeicester #LeicesterEvents #LeicesterSummer