In sporting terms, the city of Leicester is home to football club Leicester City, rugby club Leicester Tigers, basketball team Leicester Riders, the Leicester City Hockey Club, and the …

Oct 19, 2025 · Although Leicester lost its city status in the 11th century, a royal charter of incorporation was granted in 1589, and in 1919 it was again officially recognized as a city.

From a medieval monarch found under a car park to the city’s celebration of multicultural modern life, Leicester has it all. Explore Leicester’s rich history through museums and architecture, …

From detailed Leicester city maps to practical travel advice, group travel support, and coach parking details, everything you need is right here. Whether you’re arriving by car, train, or …

Latest news, sport and events from around Leicester. With comment, live blogs, pictures and video from the Leicestershire Live team, formerly Leicester Mercury.

Leicester City’s King Power Stadium is where Leicester comes alive on matchday. From the first song to the final whistle, the atmosphere is electric and welcoming for families, friends and first …

Leicester is the largest city in the East Midlands region of England, the capital of the traditional county of Leicestershire, with a population of almost 370,000 in the city and 510,000 in the …

Leicester City Council is the unitary authority serving the people, communities and businesses of Leicester, the biggest city in the East Midlands.

Leicester (pronunciation (help·info)) is a city in the East Midlands region of England and it is the county town of Leicestershire. In the 2011 census the population of Leicester was about …

Leicester and Leicestershire are bursting with exciting things to see and do. Discover a unique place for adventure, culture, culinary delights and the great outdoors today.