Things to do and Special Offers in Leicester/shire

[davieG]

Post them in here.

 

 

 

 

Other events in here 

 

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[davieG]

Leicester’s International Street Art Festival
BRING THE PAINT IS BACK FOR 2024

20-26 May

 

The award winning Bring the Paint International Street Art Festival was established in 2017.

This immersive event played host to an array of activities including live artworks, skateboarding, breakdancing, BMX, live music and exhibitions.

Artists from all over the world came together to showcase an impressive wealth of talent which has gone on to serve as inspiration for further artistic activities within the city of Leicester. A platform of creative collaboration on a monumental scale Bring the Paint delivered beyond expectations.

Bring The Paint will be returning to Leicester in 2024 with an enhanced programme of activities to showcase a diverse and thriving arts scene.

 

https://www.bringthepaint.co.uk/

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Bloody racists punishing "outsiders"  

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https://www.leicestermuseums.org/whats-on/

 

 

Paint to Pixel VR Showcase
Family Friendly

16 March - 11 May 2024
12:00 - 14:00
Free Event

Event Description
Immerse Yourself in Graffiti Art: Paint to Pixel VR Showcase!

Paint to Pixel VR Showcase
Go beyond the projectors and delve into the artwork with Paint to Pixel on VR
Headsets! Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of graffiti and street art and join MBD
for an exciting virtual reality showcase at Leicester Museum and Art Gallery.

VR Sessions at 12pm - 2pm on the following dates:

Saturday 16th March
Saturday 30th March
Saturday 13th April
Saturday 27th April
Saturday 11th May

Embark on a virtual journey through Graff Central Station. Hop on a train and journey
through five different galleries, exploring themes from the roots of graffiti in 1970s
New York to the modern explosion of Street Art in popular culture and urban festivals.

Free, drop-in event. Suitable for age 8+
Please note, availability may be limited, so we recommend arriving early to secure
your spot.

Don't miss out on the chance to try Paint to Pixel VR at Leicester Museum
& Art Gallery and immerse yourself in the captivating world of graffiti art and street
art!

[MPH]

I was expecting this thread to be about where you can get a quid off of a cheeseburger.

 

 

I'm impressed, guys!

[Stadt]

Beer festival is back, at Abbey Pumping Station in July 

https://www.visitleicester.info/whats-on/leicester-beer-festival-2024-p941111+?crmLink=7

[Parafox]

Rail's & Ale's | The Battlefield Line

 

A popular, decent day out, even for a few hours. 

Edited 8 May by Parafox

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LEICESTER TRANSPORT HERITAGE TRUST  · 
Suggested for you  · Andy Tucker  · 
19 hours ago
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Heritage Bus Rally & Railcar Weekend Saturday 18th May & Sunday 19th May 2024.
In conjunction with Leicester Transport Heritage Trust
Join us at the historic Quorn & Woodhouse station yard, where entry is absolutely FREE! And get ready for a nostalgic weekend as we celebrate the charm of vintage buses and railcars.
Due to popular demand, this year's events spans two exciting days!
Step into a world of vintage charm at the Heritage Bus Rally and Railcar Weekend – where admission is free, but the memories are priceless.
Free Bus Rides
Enjoy FREE bus rides on a variety of urban and rural routes (including to and from Loughborough Midland (EMR) and nearby Loughborough Central (GCR) stations).
Enhanced Train Services
Mountsorrel branch trains will be running frequently. A total of 35 train departures from Quorn & Woodhouse station each day.
Travel Across All Stations
Day Runabout fares allow you to travel on any train for the day.
Short-hop train fares also available, enabling you to travel between Quorn & Woodhouse and Loughborough Central or between Quorn & Woodhouse and Mountsorrel Halt one way by free heritage bus and one way by steam or diesel DMU train
Transport Sales Stands
Explore a variety of transportation-themed sales stands located both inside the marquee and throughout the station yard at Quorn.
Large Bus Display Area
Experience an impressive showcase of buses at our in our large display area
Transportation Available...
There are numerous transportation options available to facilitate your travel to and from the event.
Travel by GCR Trains
Travel by GCR steam or diesel trains from any of our stations. Rail tickets must be bought
Travel by Heritage Bus
From Loughborough Midland (EMR) station to the event at Quorn & Woodhouse Station at 0945, 1005, 1025 and then frequently throughout the day. Last bus back from Quorn at 1700.
Saturday 18th May 2024. A free LTHT bus will depart Stoneygate Tram depot at 08.55am and will also pick up at Gravel Street (bus stop BD) near St Margaret's bus station 09.15am
Return service from GCR Quorn & Woodhouse station event will depart 4.40pm dropping off at Gravel Street, Leicester (bus stop BD) and then to Stoneygate Tram depot.
Sunday 19th May 2024. The free bus will depart Stoneygate Tram depot at 08.55am and will also pick up at Gravel Street, Leicester (bus stop BD) near St Margaret's bus station 09.15am
Return service from GCR Quorn & Woodhouse station event, will depart 4.40pm dropping off at Gravel Street (bus stop BD) and then to Stoneygate Tram depot.
Car Parking (£5) in field adajcent to Quorn & Woodhouse GCR station and at Loughborough Midland mainline station (£5 all day) also Loughborough town centre car parks.
EVENT PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE...
Entry is free but enhance your experience with a £4 programme and support future events and the LTHT. Packed with essential timetables, it ensures you make the most of every moment. Get yours on the day from all GCR station booking offices and stands in the station yard. By purchasing a programme you’ll be supporting the event. Show your appreciation for our heritage by purchasing a programme and contributing to the success of the Heritage Bus Rally and Railcar Weekend.
https://www.gcrailway.co.uk/
https://ltht.org.uk/

 

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