Days Out in Leicestershire

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There's a day out in Leicestershire to suit everyone with things to do for all ages. For an action packed day out watch a joust event at Ashby de la Zouch Castle or if you're looking for something more relaxing, picnic amongst the picturesque ruins of Kirby Muxloe Castle.

The whole family will enjoy a visit to nearby Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden, one of the largest historic attractions in the Midlands area.

 

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Places to visit in Leicestershire

Great days out in and around the county:

Places to visit : Leicestershire

Ashby de la Zouch Castle
Ashby de la Zouch Castle

Ashby Castle forms the backdrop to the famous jousting scenes in Sir Walter Scott's classic novel of 1819, Ivanhoe. Now a ruin, the castle began as a manor house in the 12th century.

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Jewry Wall
Jewry Wall

A length of Roman bath-house wall over 9 metres (30 feet) high, near a museum displaying the archaeology of Leicester and its region.

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Kirby Muxloe Castle
Kirby Muxloe Castle

The picturesque moated remains - including the fine gatehouse and a complete corner tower - of this brick-built fortified mansion have recently been extensively conserved by English Heritage.

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Bolsover Castle
Bolsover Castle

Derbyshire

'By an unlikely miracle, the keep at Bolsover has survived into this century as an almost untouched expression in stone of the lost world of Elizabethan chivalry and romance.'

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Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden

Warwickshire | West Midlands

Robert Dudley created this ornate palace to impress his beloved Queen in 1575. The newly re-created Elizabethan Garden, lost for 400 years, is now open to visitors. Vast grounds perfect for exploring.

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Kirby Hall
Kirby Hall

Northamptonshire

Kirby Hall is one of England's greatest Elizabethan and 17th-century houses. Begun by Sir Humphrey Stafford, it was purchased by Sir Christopher Hatton, one of Queen Elizabeth's 'comely young men'.

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Events : Leicestershire

Romeo & Juliet
Romeo & Juliet
Venue: Ashby De La Zouch Castle, Leicestershire
Date: Sat 30 Jun 2012

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents the greatest love story ever told, as Shakespeare’s unforgettable tale of romance and passion comes to Ashby Castle. Join family and friends to picnic under the stars and enjoy this wonderful new production.
Clash of the Knights
Clash of the Knights
Venue: Ashby De La Zouch Castle, Leicestershire
Date: Sat 28 & Sun 29 Jul 2012

See the medieval knights fighting for their honour in awesome combat displays! Learn all about the weapons of the time and explore the Living History encampments

Pride & Prejudice
Pride & Prejudice
Venue: Ashby De La Zouch Castle, Leicestershire
Date: Sat 18 Aug 2012

Take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company at Ashby Castle to meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters. Join family and friends for what promises to be the most splendid evening of the summer as you revel in this renowned love story.

Halloween Family Fun Trail
Halloween Family Fun Trail
Venue: Ashby De La Zouch Castle, Leicestershire
Date: Sat 20 - Sun 29 Oct 2012

Discover some spooky secrets and ghastly tales as you take on our ghostly trail this Halloween.

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A Grand Medieval Joust
A Grand Medieval Joust
Venue: Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire
Date: Sat 26 & Sun 27 May 2012

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Venue: Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire
Date: Sun 3 - Tue 5 Jun 2012

See if you have what it takes to join the ranks of royalty in our special royal-themed Time Travellers Go event. Enjoy games and crafts fit for a king or queen and meet some royal characters of times gone by.
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