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Taste expectations: Döner Shack's kebab promises to Leicester
Authentic kebab restaurant to open in the 'vibrant and charming' city of Leicester. Free kebabs are up for grabs for one day only when...
May 27, 20222 min read


Belvoir Farm's 'paid to pick' elderflower harvest season
A local MP helped launch the handpicking season. Belvoir Farm's unique annual elderflower harvest season is upon us. They're calling for...
May 24, 20222 min read


New wedding venue ahead of bookings target
It was built in 1889 and was originally a farm. A new wedding venue has exceeded its booking targets for the summer season by 100%. The...
May 22, 20222 min read


Community arts project calls for the stories of volunteers who helped during the Covid-19 pandemic
People can send stories in or chat to the producer in person during Volunteers' Week. The Community Spirit of Leicestershire project will...
May 18, 20222 min read


Paid to Pick: Leicester's Belvoir Farm fruit picking season is here
A drinks firm is seeking berry pickers and celebrating the Queen's Jubilee. Belvoir Farm, the Leicestershire family drinks business, is...
May 13, 20222 min read


Geoff Rowe to step down from Leicester Comedy Festival after 30 years
Leicester Comedy Festival has been going since 1994. Big Difference Company has today announced that Geoff Rowe, the Founding Director of...
Apr 28, 20223 min read


Kae Tempest to perform at Leicester’s 02
Writer and musician to release fourth studio album. Critically acclaimed musician Kae Tempest stops here in Leicester on her UK tour....
Apr 24, 20225 min read


Reviewed: The Cher Show at Curve
The new UK tour of the biographical Cher musical kicks off in Leicester. Directed by Arlene Phillips, and choreographed by Strictly Come...
Apr 21, 20223 min read


Late Leicester artist’s work in high demand at auction
Rigby Graham's artwork sold in Market Harborough. The artworks, by Rigby Graham, who died aged 84 in 2015, were sold at Gildings...
Apr 15, 20223 min read


Summer is nearly here! Make the most of it with these great local outdoor events
You don’t have to stay inside this year, and Leicester is well prepared for a fantastic summer experience. With the days getting longer...
Apr 14, 20223 min read


Coffee lovers rejoice: a new coffee shop is opening in Leicester with a twist
Not your average everyday café; in fact, it’s not a café at all. Coming soon to Clarendon Park is a brand new coffee merchant Soar...
Apr 1, 20222 min read


Furnley House Foundation charity ball returns this summer
Previous summer balls have raised over £75k. A charity summer ball run by a financial planning company is returning after two years this...
Mar 24, 20222 min read


Mother's Day delights in Leicester
Prizes of up to £1,000 to be won. Leicester families can celebrate a Mother's Day to remember this year with a range of treats for mum on...
Mar 23, 20222 min read


Gassed about the past: a look around Leicester’s National Gas Museum
From mini ovens to motor engines, experience life from a time when energy was all about gas. Leicester is home to a fair few highly...
Mar 17, 20222 min read


Vote for National Tourism Superstar
CEO of Twycross Zoo announced as finalist. Leicester and Leicestershire residents can support their local tourism hero as the closing...
Mar 17, 20222 min read


A new curtain rises at The Little Theatre
Leicester Drama Society refreshes board of trustees ahead of £3m renovation plans. A new era is beginning at The Little Theatre....
Mar 14, 20222 min read


Leicester's 70s punk scene honoured
Punk: Rage & Revolution - through young people’s eyes. The team behind Leicester's successful 2019 Mods: Shaping a Generation exhibition...
Mar 11, 20224 min read


Talented local actors receive support to pursue their dreams
Curve Young Company members awarded funds from The Lewis Sewell Memorial Trust. Thanks to the Lewis Sewell Memorial Trust, aspiring local...
Mar 11, 20222 min read


Curve marks 50th anniversary of Ugandan Asian Exodus
Locals are invited to take part on stage! Leicester’s Curve will mark the 50th anniversary of the Ugandan Asian exodus with a Made at...
Mar 1, 20223 min read


Lord Mayor and super fan open new Leicester Metro Bank
It was a two-day celebration. The Lord Mayor of Leicester, Councillor Deepak Bajaj and Metro Bank’s 13-year-old Super Fan, Oliver...
Feb 28, 20221 min read
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