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Ollie #1 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
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Ollie #2 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 62 reviews
Owner description: Curve Theatre is Leicester’s magnificent home for theatre and the performing arts and is situated at the heart of the city’s Cultural Quarter. Curve...... more » Owner description: Curve Theatre is Leicester’s magnificent home for theatre and the performing arts and is situated at the heart of the city’s Cultural Quarter. Curve is a proud supporter of new and emerging talent and actively participates in the development of the next generation of artists, writers and directors. As well as presenting some of the world’s finest touring work, Curve produces a varied programme of diverse, exciting and inspiring theatre including large scale musicals to rival the West End. « less
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Ollie #3 of 33 attractions in Leicester
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
Ollie #4 of 33 attractions in Leicester
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Performances
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Ollie #5 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews

The ruins of the Abbey are contained within the -better known locally as- Abbey Park.  The whole park is a traditional Victorian urban green space, and has a beautiful collection... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
Ollie #6 of 33 attractions in Leicester
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Farms
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Ollie #7 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Ollie #8 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Cinemas; Theatres
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
Ollie #9 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens; Museums
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Ollie #10 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Ollie #11 of 33 attractions in Leicester
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews

The National Gas Museum on Aylestone Road in Leicester is housed in a former gas works. It is claimed to have the largest collection of gas and gas artifacts in the world. The... more »

Attraction type  Museums; Speciality Museums
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Ollie #12 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews

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Attraction type  Castles
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Ollie #13 of 33 attractions in Leicester
3.5 of 5 stars 166 reviews
Owner description: The National Space Centre was voted Large Visitor Attraction of the Year and upon arrival you will understand why, this really is a visit that is out...... more » Owner description: The National Space Centre was voted Large Visitor Attraction of the Year and upon arrival you will understand why, this really is a visit that is out of this world.Take a journey through the six hands-on galleries, stopping at over 150 interactive experiences, then travel in the glass lift through three floors in the 42m high Rocket Tower and encounter Space Race; the epic battle for the control of space!Sit back in awe in the UK’s largest planetarium; the Space Theatre, as we take you on a voyage of discovery in this 360° fulldome experience.Are you made of the right stuff to be an astronaut of the future? Human Spaceflight: Lunar Base 2025, will test your mental and physical ability to survive the long and dangerous voyage into deep space, culminating in a stunning 3D simulator mission through the Solar System to the ice moon Europa.This summer the National Space Centre launched another world exclusive interactive experience in association with The Met Office; the Weather Pod. Take your place to deliver a weather report in 2085, what will the UK look like, how has global warming effected us and how can space science help? Why not share your experience with all your friends and post your report on Facebook, Youtube or your own blog!The National Space Centre is an all weather attraction for all the family. Situated in the heart of the Midlands, the centre is located just two miles from Leicester city centre close, with easy access from the M1 and M69, just follow the distinctive brown rocket signs on all major arterial routes to find us. On site we have over 400 parking spaces, restaurant, shop and all the facilities you would expect from a world class attraction. The National Space Centre is hours of interactive fun and breathtaking discovery.The National Space Centre hosts many exciting weekend events, including astronomy evenings, movie themed events, astronaut visits, computer gaming challenges, even an invasion by the 501st UK Garrison Star Wars group and many more… see the website for full detailsOpening TimesSchool HolidaysMonday – Sunday 10am – 5pmSchool Term Time Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am – 5pmWe suggest you allow a minimum of 4 hours for your visit « less
Attraction type  Science Museums
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
Ollie #14 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: Visitors to Bosworth Battlefield, whether they are schoolchildren, historians, leisure groups, families or leisure seeking day-trippers, can...... more » Owner description: Visitors to Bosworth Battlefield, whether they are schoolchildren, historians, leisure groups, families or leisure seeking day-trippers, can experience what this famous turning point in British history really meant. A great day out! « less
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres; Historic Sites; Museums
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Ollie #15 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews

Abbey Pumping Station is an industrial museum in Leicester on Corporation Road opposite The National Space Centre. The museum is in a 1891 Victorian pumping station formerly used... more »

Attraction type  Museums; Speciality Museums
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Ollie #16 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  2.0 km from city centre
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Ollie #17 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  7.4 km from city centre
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Ollie #18 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews

Belgrave Road, is most noted for the stretch of real estate called the "Golden Mile." The origin of the name is often, mistakenly attributed to the many shops selling gold... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Ollie #19 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries; Museums
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Ollie #20 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Castles
Distance  23.9 km from city centre