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Stanford Hall
Near Lutterworth,
Leicestershire,
LE17 6DH
Tel: 01788 860250
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Set in the Leicestershire countryside, near Lutterworth, Stanford Hall dates from the 1690s and was built for Sir Roger Cave, whose descendents still live there today. It is set in beautiful grounds, which play host to a programme of special events throughout the summer months; there is also a motorcycle museum and tearooms.
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The City Gallery
Granby Street,
Leicester,
Leicestershire,
LE1 1DJ
Tel: 0116 223 2060
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The City Gallery in Leicester is one of the most important collections of contemporary art in the East Midland, and showcases a diverse range of works reflecting the cosmopolitan nature of the region. There are three exhibition areas, with permanent displays supplemented with an ever-changing programme of temporary exhibitions from local, national and international artists. Admission is free.
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The Battlefield Line
Shackerstone Station,
Leicestershire,
CV13 6NW
Tel: 01827 880754
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Running between Shackerstone and Shenton stations, close to the scene of the 1485 Battle of Bosworth, the Battlefield Line is a beautifully preserved heritage railway line with a fleet of lovingly restored diesel and steam engines to haul passengers through the Leicestershire countryside. A programme of special events and family days runs throughout the year.
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Charnwood Museum
Granby Street,
Loughborough,
Leicestershire,
LE11 3DU
Tel: 01509 233754
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Charnwood Museum in Loughborough features a diverse range of exhibits, chronicling the history of the people and industry in this part of Leicestershire from the earliest settlers to the modern day. There are four permanent displays: 'Coming to Charnwood', 'The Natural World of Charnwood', 'Living off the Land' and 'Earning a Living'; each provides information from the past and present using interactive displays.
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Snibston Discovery Park
Ashby Road,
Coalville,
Leicestershire,
LE67 3LN
Tel: 01530 278444
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Snibston Discovery Park can be found in Leicestershire’s National Forest, on the site of an old coalmine. It makes a fascinating day out for the whole family, and shows how technology affects our daily lives in a series of interactive displays and hands on activities. In addition to the permanent displays, there are temporary exhibitions and events during the summer months.
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Donington Grand Prix Collection
Donington Park,
Leicestershire,
DE74 2RP
Tel: 01332 811027
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Donington Park Racing Circuit in Leicestershire is home to the superb Grand Prix Collection – the world’s largest collection of Formula One racing cars. There are more than 130 vehicles in five exhibition halls, from the very earliest days of motor racing to the modern day; notable exhibits include the wonderful 1936 Alfa Romeo Bimotore and Jim Clark's World Championship winning Lotus 25 amongst others.
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Belgrave Hall and Gardens
Belgrave,
Leicester,
Leicestershire,
LE4 5PE
Tel: 0116 2666590
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Belgrave Hall, in the northern suburbs of Leicester, was built between 1709 and 1713; today it is set out as an interactive museum, allowing visitors to glimpse how life was for the well-off middle classes and their servants during the Georgian and Victorian eras. Belgrave Hall is also reputedly one of the UK’s most haunted buildings, with a string of unexplained paranormal events occurring over the years.
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Twycross Zoo
Twycross,
Leicestershire,
CV9 3PX
Tel: 01827 880250
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Twycross Zoo in Leicestershire first opened in 1963, and is conveniently located just off the M42/A42 route. It is one of the UK’s most popular zoos, with almost half a million visitors each year; the zoo is home to an astonishing array of rare and endangered species, and its collection of primates is world renowned.
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