Leicestershire is a beautiful county at the heart of England, a county where timeless villages really do exist and market towns actually live up to their name.

Visit

Leicestershire has many places to see and visit:

What's On Search - search for events in libraries, museums, parks and more
Countryside – including parks, walking, horse-riding and cycling routes
Museums – including Snibston and Bosworth Battlefield plus over 50 more!
Events Guide – details of events at our museums, libraries and country parks
Library Events – news and events about the counties libraries
Transport – details on passenger transport including bus timetables and park and ride services

Stay

Whether you are looking for a hotel, bed and breakfast, hostel or camping / caravanning site, Leicestershire has a wide range of venues to choose from:

Where to Stay - Go Leicestershire has information to suit all budgets
Stay, Play, Explore! - A great deal for families travelling to Leicestershire, including entry to attractions

Tourism Information

Go Leicestershire - Tourism Services are provided for Leicestershire County Council by Go Leicestershire (Leicester Shire Promotions).

Visitor Information: 0844 888 5181 (Calls charged at local rate), info@goleicestershire.com
Tourism Publications:0116 225 4000 (for the trade)
Tourism Strategy: 0116 225 4000

Enjoy England - details for breaks and days out in England

About Leicestershire

Leicestershire is for those who love the great outdoors and those with a passion for English history and heritage. It is a county with an unsurpassed variety of places to visit and the place to experience sporting excellence as well as arts and entertainment that is second to none. Leicestershire has superb overnight accommodation and marvelous places to eat just think of our world famous Stilton and Pork Pies. Prepare for a memorable visit!

General information about Leicestershire

Hands on Hawks session at Bosworth Battlefield

Review of Tourism

Since late 2011 the County Council has been undertaking a review of tourism, the purpose of which has been to maximise the value and impact of the Council's investment in tourism support. The review has involved close engagement with the local tourism industry and other key partners. The conclusions of the review are being considered at the County Council's Cabinet on May 8th 2012, the Cabinet report can be viewed online.

During the review three key documents were produced and are available below: