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Reviewed: a delightful evening at The Monk in Quorn
'The Monk is both classy and approachable'. I had the pleasure of dining last Thursday at The Monk in Quorn, a stunning restaurant that...
Jul 4, 20242 min read


Reviewed: Singin' in the Rain at Kilworth House Theatre
Glamour, the golden age of Hollywood, and the birth of the talkies in this classic musical. Kilworth House Theatre (KHT) is often...
Jul 2, 20245 min read


Things to do in Leicester on a rainy day
Perfect plans for dates, family days out, solo trips, and group outings during rainy days. Leicester offers a plethora of indoor...
Jun 29, 20243 min read


Prepare for craft beer, live music and street food as Leicester’s Brew Beat festival returns
A fantastic lineup for this year's Brew Beat. The free Brew Beat festival is returning for its fourth year, taking place in Jubilee...
Jun 24, 20244 min read


IT'S OFFICIAL: Leicester crowned ‘England Curry Capital’ 2024
City wins public vote and judging process as competition returns for first time since 2016. Leicester has been crowned as the 2024 winner...
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Your round-up of Leicestershire's 2024 festivals
From rock music to opera, beer, food, drink, and Pride. This writer loves a festival, music ones predominantly, but I am moving towards...
Jun 14, 20242 min read


Music fans can help save grassroots venues when using taxi app
The FREENOW taxi app is raising money for Music Venue Trust. Music fans in Leicester can now help to save grassroots music venues when...
Jun 12, 20243 min read


Panto audition call: local youngsters to appear in Snow White at De Montfort Hall this Christmas
Do you have what it takes to be on stage with the fairest of them all? As De Montfort Hall gets ready to bring Snow White to Leicester...
Jun 7, 20242 min read


Leicester to celebrate a weekend of culture, community and diversity
A Caribbean High Tea Party in the Park and Culture Clash. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend with Opal22 as they celebrate...
Jun 6, 20242 min read


Renoir's 'The Umbrellas' on display in Leicester until September
One of the most famous paintings in the world can be seen here in Leicester. Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s ‘The Umbrellas’ – one of the most...
Jun 6, 20242 min read


Leicester Restaurant Week returns to tantalise our taste buds
It's the fourth year of Leicester Restaurant Week. Leicester Restaurant Week promises a delectable experience for food enthusiasts from...
Jun 5, 20242 min read


Leicestershire to mark three anniversaries for King Richard III in 2024
The King Richard III Visitor Centre will mark its 10 year anniversary. King Richard III Visitor Centre is organising a 10th anniversary...
May 31, 20243 min read


Reviewed: Grease at The Little Theatre
Wigston Amateur Operatic Society take a trip back to the 1950s. Grease is one of those musicals that everyone knows. Decades of the...
May 23, 20244 min read


New business club coming to The Little Theatre
The Little Theatre aims to bring a new theatrical flavour to networking. The Little Theatre in Dover Street is set to launch the pilot...
May 22, 20242 min read


"Seedling" audio installation in Rutland shines light on big issues
Motherhood, environmental responsibility and climate change are all key features of the exhibit. Seedling returns to Rutland this Spring,...
May 13, 20242 min read


Fools On Tour! Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors comes to Rutland
The Three Inch Fools will perform the Shakespearean comedy on June 14, 2024, at Lyddington Village Green. The Three Inch Fools, known for...
May 10, 20242 min read

Have breakfast with an astronaut at The National Space Centre
On June 9, Don Thomas, a veteran of four Space Shuttle missions, will be welcomed by The National Space Centre for breakfast and Q&A session
May 9, 20241 min read


International acts for this year's Festival2Funky in Leicester
Festival will kick off on 23 May 2024. A thrilling lineup of headliners has been announced for this year’s Festival2Funky including...
May 2, 20242 min read


‘Gastro Pub of the Year’ finalists include two Leicestershire pubs
The Griffin Inn in Swithland and the Tap & Run in Melton Mowbray are on the shortlist. Leicestershire pubs owned by The Cat & Wickets Pub...
May 2, 20241 min read


Shambala festival to support those on low incomes with festival access packages
Shambala Festival runs on 22 - 25 August 2024. Nationwide applications are open for those struggling to attend the event due to the...
May 1, 20242 min read
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