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Leicestershire (incl. Rutland) - Tourist Attractions, Amusements,
Theme Parks, Walks, Viewpoints, Zoos, etc
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This page covers
general Tourist Attractions, including Amusement Parks,
Boat Trips,
Theme Parks, Specialist Shops, factory shops and outlet
villages, Guided Walks, Country Parks,
Viewpoints, Zoos and wildlife parks, etc.
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Ferrers Centre for Arts &
Crafts
Staunton Harold, Ashby-de-la-Zouch,
Leicestershire, LE65 1RU
Tel: 01332 695049
Web:
www.ferrerscentre.co.uk
Ferrers Centre for Arts & Crafts is located
within a Georgian stable block, with workshops
producing ceramics, jewellery, textiles,
paintings, handmade toiletries, photography and
automata. Further attractions include; a
traditional signwriter, picture framer, gilder,
blacksmith, aromatherapist, hairdresser and an
award-winning tearoom.
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National Space Centre
Exploration Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire,
LE4 5NS
Tel: 0116 2610261
E-mail:
info@spacecentre.co.uk
Web:
www.spacecentre.co.uk
The largest attraction in the UK dedicated to
space. Exhibitions galore, including the Human
Spaceflight: Lunar Base 2025 where you get to be
a astronaut and join the crew of a moon base.
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Twinlakes Park
Melton Spinney Road, Melton Mowbray,
Leicestershire, LE14 4SB
Tel: 01664 567777 Fax:
01664 560070
E-mail:
fun@twinlakespark.co.uk
Web:
www.twinlakespark.co.uk
Massive indoor and outdoor Playzones for all
ages to enjoy.
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Ulverscroft Nature Reserve
Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust, Brocks
Hill Environment Centre, Washbrook Lane, Oadby,
Leics LE2 5JJ
Tel: 0116 2720444
E-mail:
ulverscroft@nationaltrust.org.uk
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Reserve in the care of the
Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust,
access by permit only from the Secretary.
Part of the ancient forest of Charnwood,
Ulverscroft is especially beautiful in spring
during the bluebell season.
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Brocks Hill Environmental Centre -
Photo:
John Tomlinson
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Foxton Locks Country Park
Gumley Road, Foxton, Market Harborough,
Leicestershire
Tel: 0116 265 6913 Fax:
0116 265 6962
E-mail:
countryparks@leics.gov.uk
Web:
www.leics.gov.uk
Foxton's famous 10 staircase lock flight was
built in 1810, designed to raise boats a massive
75ft up the hill from Market Harborough, linking
the north and south of England by canal.
Other activities include; a picnic area, museum
and and canal wildlife.
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DEFRA – Rural Affairs
Tel: 08459 335577
E-mail:
helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Web:
countrywalks.defra.gov.uk
More than 1800 walks etc in the United Kingdom.
Simply select your destination and you will be
rewarded with mini guides and map references to
help you explore the countryside at your
leisure.
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Twycross Zoo
Atherstone, Leicestershire,CV9 3PX
Tel: 01827 880 250 Fax:
01827 880 700
E-mail:
info@twycrosszoo.org
Web:
www.twycrosszoo.com
Open all year round, except Christmas Day,
Twycross Zoo is famous for its collection of
primates, including our closest living relative,
the Bonobo.
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