Where Tourism All Started

Being the birthplace of Thomas Cook, the Term Times team appropriately took a trip to Leicester on a heritage excursion to see some of the sites.

The Heritage Trail

The Heritage Trail is a free download. It depicts the stories, events and people who have shaped this city. The trail links well with informative street panels found throughout the city centre. From Roman and Medieval histories to famous families like the influential Wigston family; all are covered plus don’t miss the elegant Georgian streets and promenade. If you need to pick up some fresh produce pop by Leicester’s Market where you can tempt the tastebuds whilst also learning about Alice Hawkins, a prominent suffragette who campaigned locally.

King Richard III Visitor Centre

You don’t have to be a heritage expert to find this Centre both educational and entertaining. Explore the detective story of how the remains of King Richard III were found in a shallow grave under a city car park in 2012. The Centre has transformed a Victorian Grammar school into a family destination where the story of Richard is told through his life, family, battles and enemies. Through evocative use of film, on-screen reenactment and storyboards you are transported back in time to the end of the

Wars of the Roses. Learn about the man himself and also understand the processes employed to identify and exhume his skeleton, and explore the injuries he sustained in the final battle. Regular family activities and seasonal events are also on offer in the holidays, with a family ticket for four costing £25, allowing you to return any time for free within 12 months. www.kriii.com

The Guildhall

Part of the Leicester Museums and Galleries group this historical site dates from the late thirteenth century. Nestling in the old town where the walls of opposite buildings are within an arm’s length, the Guildhall has served many purposes over the years. From a meeting place for a historic guild to a police station, visitors can learn about life in Leicester through the ages plus some of the more interesting darker myths, stories and even smells!

Leicester Museums and Galleries

Hosting everything from Dinosaurs to Egyptian Mummies Leicester’s museums have something for everyone, this Summer. The new exhibition Play Time is on at Newarke Houses Museum running to 17 September. Play Time celebrates children’s play over

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the last 150 years. It certainly brought back memories with a variety of toys and games. The exhibition also offers several different events and sessions for children, visit leicestermuseums.org for more information.

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