Is Leicester worth visiting?

Absolutely. Leicester is one of England's oldest cities — home of the King Richard III story, the National Space Centre and a famous food scene — and it sits at the heart of Leicestershire's castles, market towns and countryside.

What is there to do in Leicestershire?

Our guide covers 85+ venues and attractions: castles and stately homes, the National Forest, country parks, steam railways, market towns and award-winning family days out.

What's on in Leicester and Leicestershire this weekend?

Our what's-on listings are updated all week — festivals, family events, heritage days and more, filterable by town and date.

Which market towns should I visit in Leicestershire?

Melton Mowbray — home of the pork pie and Stilton cheese — Market Harborough, Loughborough, Ashby-de-la-Zouch and Hinckley each make a great day out.

Is Leicestershire good for family days out?

Yes — it's one of the Midlands' best counties for families, with zoos, hands-on science, steam trains, adventure play and plenty of free days out in country parks and the National Forest.

Where should I stay for a short break in Leicestershire?

From country-house hotels to market-town inns and farm stays, there's a bed for every budget across Leicester and Leicestershire.

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1620s House & Garden

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Rising Star 2025 Best Team 2024 Best Attraction 2025

Ashby de la Zouch · Manor Road

A beautifully restored manor house with 17th Century period gardens, a barn tearoom and events for all ages.

Visit here as part of a StayPlayExplore break

1620s House & Garden features in StayPlayExplore Family Breaks with attraction tickets included — an overnight stay bundled with attraction tickets (including this one), so you can stay, play and explore Leicestershire in one booking (from £169).

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The Perfect Break · Adults only

Enjoy this as part of an adults-only Perfect Break

1620s House & Garden is a partner experience in The Perfect Break — fixed-price adults-only short breaks from £169 for two, bundling a hotel stay, breakfast and up to three hand-picked experiences (including this one).

Book at theperfectbreak.co.uk See break details

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Accessibility

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Mobility

Step-free entrance

Step-free between floors

Accessible parking

Yes

Accessible toilet

Not confirmed

Changing Places toilet

Not confirmed

Wheelchair to borrow

Not confirmed

Sensory & service

Hearing loop

Not confirmed

Large-print available

Not confirmed

Sensory-friendly sessions

Not confirmed

Assistance dogs welcome

Not confirmed

Carer concession

Not confirmed

Notes from the venue

Accessible toilet on lower floor, use of an Ipad for customers who are unable to access the stair to view the rooms and experience the tours upstairs. Accessible picnic benches on site.

Detailed access guides

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