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About Leicestershire
The County of Leicestershire is situated in the heart of England. There are many places of interest to visit including the city of Leicester, notable attractions include 'Leicester Cathedral','The National Space Centre', the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space science and astronomy, 'New Walk Museum and Art Gallery', situated within the historic New Walk area of the city and 'Belgrave Hall' built in the early 18th century, in what was then a small village 3 miles from the town of Leicester. Leicestershire boasts some of Englands most beautiful countryside and interesting towns and villages.
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Recommended towns & villages in Leicestershire
 | This town takes its name from the La Souche family, lords of the manor from about 1160. The Norman prefix distinguishes Ashby from other towns of similar name... Information | Pictures (35) | Hotels |
 | Earl Shilton is one of the largest villages in the County of Leicestershire. It occupies a rich rural landscape between the town of Hinckley and the City of Leicester... Information | Pictures (1) | Hotels |
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 | The joyous sound of bells made in Loughborough have been rung all over the world since 1858, the date that John Taylor of Oxford moved his foundry to Loughborough. Many famous..... Information | Pictures (28) | Hotels |
 | An historic market town famous for its Pork packed pies and Stilton cheeses, both are savoured all over Britain and in many other countries... Information | Pictures (25) | Hotels |
 | This picturesque village is situated in the Charnwood Forest area of Leicestershire... Information | Pictures (10) | Hotels |
 | Quorn can be found between Leicester and Loughborough, it is surrounded by magnificent countryside and a wealth of visitor attractions... Information | Pictures (12) | Hotels |
 | Rothley is a delightful village with two village greens, one is flanked by some of the country's finest timber framed houses. The village shows a graceful selection of architecture including pretty Cruck Cottages... Information | Pictures (5) | Hotels |
 | This is a quiet rural village situated in one of the highest parts of the rolling Leicestershire countryside... Information | Pictures (3) | Hotels |
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Recommended attractions in Leicestershire
 | The ancient, crumbling walls of Ashby de la Zouch castle keep once rose to a towering 95ft and had four floors. It belonged to..... Information | Pictures (24) | Hotels |
 | The second highest point in Leicestershire at 245m (802 feet) and containing a Bronze Age hill fort, Beacon Hill Country Park..... Information | Pictures (21) | Hotels |
 | A castle has stood on this spot since the 11th-century, it was built by Robert de Todini, standard-bearer to William the..... Information | Pictures (24) | Hotels |
 | Comprising of 850 acres of land with roaming deer, Bradgate Park is Leicestershire's largest and most popular country park.
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 | A landscaped 35-hectare park which was formerly part of Bosworth Hall deer parkland. There are fine, mature trees, a lake, a..... Information | Pictures (2) | Hotels |
 | Standing on a hill overlooking Bradgate Park, Old John Tower folly..... Information | Pictures (10) | Hotels |
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 | This is Leicester's leading Museum of Archaeology, showing an extensive range Roman finds as well as other unique historic relics..... Information | Pictures (15) | Hotels |
 | This amazing zoo occupies around 50 acres, it contains many endangered species including a fascinating, world famous primate..... Information | Pictures (60) | Hotels |
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