Open Streets returns for more people-friendly summer fun
23 July 2025
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EVENTS and activities that make the most of Leicester’s people-friendly streets and spaces will be on offer this weekend.
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A NEW exhibition that celebrates the work of the Leicester textile artist Mary Linwood will open at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery on Saturday (13 September).
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23 July 2025
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EVENTS and activities that make the most of Leicester’s people-friendly streets and spaces will be on offer this weekend.
21 July 2025
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THE MUSIC of Ancient Rome will resound around Leicester’s Jewry Wall this weekend as the city’s exciting new Roman visitor attraction opens to the public.
17 July 2025
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WORK to improve road crossings at a busy road junction in Leicester is now complete.
15 July 2025
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Abbey Park has been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award, which recognises its high standards.
15 July 2025
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LEICESTER’S public health journey since the Victorian era is captured in a powerful new report by the city’s director of public health.
10 July 2025
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A NEW skatepark – designed with the input of hundreds of local skaters and other enthusiasts – is now open close to Leicester city centre.
10 July 2025
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FREE family activities will be on offer in neighbourhoods across Leicester throughout the summer holidays.
10 July 2025
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A BOLD new strategy making space for nature across Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland has been officially launched.
9 July 2025
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FAMILIES looking for a low-cost day out this summer should check out what’s on in Leicester’s children’s centres, libraries and museums.
9 July 2025
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A NEW zebra crossing is due to be put in place near a school in a residential area of Leicester.
8 July 2025
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NINE community multi-sports mini pitches are to be developed in neighbourhoods across Leicester thanks to a £1.8 million funding award.
7 July 2025
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THE JOYFUL world of Elmer the Patchwork Elephant will be delighting visitors to Leicester Museum & Art Gallery this summer.