Weddings in Leicester

Retreat to Leicester and discover the unique blend of past and present which makes this city in Leicestershire the ultimate location for your wedding with a surprising choice of cultural, historic and leisure attractions waiting to be enjoyed.

Leicester is a multi-cultural city creating a cosmopolitan feel with numerous festivals held throughout the year reflecting this. Keep an eye out for the large Notting Hill Festival which fills the streets with celebrations and the Afro-Caribbean community celebrating their culture in a colourful summer festival with plenty of music. The Hindus hold in Leicester their internationally famous Festival of Light.

The cuisine is as diverse as the population with numerous restaurants serving culinary delights from across world. The Golden Mile is a must if your mouth waters at the thought of authentic Indian food! Due to many college students and the modernisation of the city, Leicester offers a vibrant nightlife scene, from vodka and champagne bars, stylish cafes, dance clubs, live concert halls and theaters to even an Irish pub…and this is only a sample!

The city is honored to be named the “1st Environmental City of England.” There are over 3,000 acres of parkland, truly making it a green city. So, plan to indulge in a variety of favourable pastimes; cycle or horse ride through secluded valleys, hire a barge and take a trip along the Grand Union Canal, stroll through the parks where you are likely to spot wild deer, or even follow one of numerous footpath walks through the peaceful countryside, where you can witness nature at its very best.

There are plenty of exciting attractions too, including the award winning National Space Centre, where you can get a taste of astronomy and space travel, as well as the gateway to the National Forest –Twycross Zoo, set in 50 acres of parkland. With a variety of endangered species, this zoo attracts thousands of visitors annually.

In England only a handful of places can be traced back to the Iron Age and Leister is one of them. Travel all the way through the ages and discover its secrets by visiting the excellent museums or by taking the Old Town Heritage Trail to some of the historical sites including the largest Roman bath found in England.

With so much to experience and explore hidden in the heart of England, you will surely create many happy memories getting married in Leicester!