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Burrough Hill Country Park
Burrough Hill Country Park is one of the most striking and historic features in the landscape of eastern Leicestershire.
Twinlakes Park
Squeals of delight echo across Twinlakes Park from the moment the gates swing open, promising a day so packed with fun it will fly by in the very best way. Little ones can stroke fluffy rabbits and ha
Belvoir Castle
This magnificent Regency castle is the ultimate family day out — state rooms, stunning gardens, the Engine Yard retail village and seasonal events all in one stunning destination.
The Grange Garden Centre & The Mountain Restaurant
Breathe in the sweet, earthy scent of freshly watered plants as you wander through The Grange Garden Centre, where rows of cheerful bedding plants, homegrown perennials, blushing roses and productive
Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe
Step through the door of Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe and let the warm, savoury scent of freshly baked pastry wrap around you like a welcome from an old friend. Tucked into the heart of Melton Mowbray, thi
Melton Cheeseboard
Step into Melton Cheeseboard and let your senses do a happy dance — the rich, complex aromas of expertly aged cheese drift through this wonderful little shop right in the heart of Melton Mowbray. Stil
Brockleby's Pie Experience
Roll up your sleeves and bake award-winning pies with the team behind Melton Mowbray's most celebrated pastry shop.
Brockleby's Pies
P ies are also available to purchase directly from the bakery in Asfordby Hill, near Melton Mowbray. Group experiences take place at Asfordby Hill.
Hidden Food Tours
Award-winning walking food tours through Melton Mowbray, Lincoln and Nottingham, blending local history with delicious tastings.
HistoryFare
Award-winning guided tours of Melton Mowbray's military and cultural history, led by a knowledgeable local historian.
Melton Carnegie Museum
A free local museum tracing Melton Mowbray's rich history, from Stilton cheese and pork pies to fox hunting.
Melton Sports Village
The perfect place to keep your family active.
The Noel's Arms, Melton Mowbray
A carefully restored 200-year-old pub on Burton Street, serving seasonal British cooking and thoughtfully chosen drinks.
Upcoming events in Melton Mowbray
Twinlakes Fireworks! - Twinlakes Park
Chocfest
One of the largest UK chocolate festivals. All things chocolate even choc pizza, beer and kebabs…chocolate pancakes, ice cream, cakes, donuts, marshmallows, hot chocolate, biscuits, pastries, liqueurs, brownies, tarts, puddings.
The Magic of Twinlakes Winter Wonderland - Twinlakes Park
Visit Santa in his grotto - Twinlakes Park
Party In the Park With Santa - Twinlakes Park
DJ Grinch's Family Rave! - Twinlakes Park
Christmas Eve
Lace up your boots — Leicestershire on foot
Some of the best ways to experience Leicestershire cost nothing at all. The county is criss-crossed with wonderful walking routes — canal towpaths, country-park circuits, village-to-village rambles and trails through the landscapes of the National Forest and historic Bosworth. For detailed route maps, directions, distances and dozens of tried-and-tested walks right across the county, we recommend the Leicestershire collection at GPS Routes.
Browse Leicestershire walks on GPS Routes →Walking routes and maps are published by gps-routes.co.uk — our thanks to the site and its owner for making this collection freely available to walkers.
Please note: this link opens an independent third-party website in a new tab. goLeicestershire has no control over, and accepts no liability for, the content, accuracy or availability of external sites, or for any loss or injury arising from use of the routes they describe. Always check conditions and walk within your capabilities.