Visit Blaby District

27/02/2025

Don't forget it is Pancake Day on Tuesday! 🥞

Whether you like your pancakes drizzled with syrup or topped with fruit, here are some places in the district to check out 👇

Nemo's at Stoney Cove are serving sweet and savoury pancakes all day on the 4th March

Okapi kitchen has an impressive pancake sharing platter available to order now

Everards Meadows has a special blueberry pancake milkshake pale ale on the bar at their Beer Hall

Attfield's Farm Shop and Country Kitchen has all the ingredients you need to make your own pancakes at home including free range eggs, delicious toppings and local flour

📢 Share your recommendations with us in the comments below!

💜 For more places to eat: www.visitblaby.org.uk/food-and-drink

21/02/2025

The latest episode of Alan Titchmarsh’s Underdog to Superdog was filmed in the district at Stanton Lakes. A heartwarming story about rescue dog Drogo 🐶 If you missed it, you can still catch it on the Channel 5 website or app 📺

Tune in 7pm tonight channel 5 to see the lake on the screen or more importantly our dear friend Pete at work on under dog to super dog program.

13/02/2025

🌟 Half Term Fun! 💜

Plans for next week? We've put together a few ideas to keep children (and adults!) entertained...

🎳 If you're up early Hollywood Bowl Leicester is offering 25% off bowling games before 11am, just use the code FEBFUN25

🚩 Journey through the jungle at Blaby Golf Centre followed by a delicious bite to eat at Okapi kitchen

🎉 Take your pick of two fabulous soft play centres and let the kids run around whatever the weather at 360 Play Leicester and Enderby Leisure and Golf Centre

🌳 Take a trip to and explore the woods with a tasty hot chocolate from Mason's Il Cappo Del Caffè

Know a family-friendly event taking place? Let us know in the comments below!

06/02/2025

Save the dates 📅

Summer may feel far away but it is not too early to start making plans!

There are some exciting events taking place in the district this summer including...

🎼 Festival In The Den - formerly Festival on the Pitch is back this year on 21st June with some of the best music tribute acts plus fairground rides, firework display and more

🎵 Lubbesthorpe Alive LubbFest on 5th July - back with their music and food festival

🎸 GlastonBlaby Charity Music Festival on 2nd August, charity music festival with fantastic live music

🛫 The Victory Show from 29th - 31st August - celebrating their 20th anniversary, the largest WWII re-enactment weekend event of its kind in the UK

Find out more at www.visitblaby.org.uk/events

Know a local event coming up? We want to hear about it! Let us know on the comments below 👇

30/01/2025

Have you made dinner plans this Valentines Day? Perhaps one of these will take your fancy?

❤️ The Royal Oak, Kirby Muxloe enjoy a set evening menu with live singer 🎵

❤️ Stanton Lakes a romantic setting by the lake to enjoy a special meal with a loved one 💖

❤️ CINI restaurant, hotel & bar exclusive 5-course tasting menu using the finest ingredients 😍

❤️ The Bakers Arms, Blaby met with a champagne cocktail upon arrival followed by special set menu 🥂

❤️ The Tithe Barn treat your special someone to a sparkling afternoon tea ✨

❤️ Nemo's at Stoney Cove indulge in a set menu with a Kir Royale arrival drink

Already booked somewhere special? Share your restaurant recommendations with us below 👇

🍴 For more food options - www.visitblaby.org.uk/food-and-drink

24/01/2025

Leicester Comedy Festival is starting next month! 🎉

Enjoy 19 days of comedy and laughter across Leicester and Leicestershire 😄

Running from the 5th until 23rd February, there are over 700 shows for you to enjoy including stand-up, sketch and improv.

Catch live acts in the district at The Heathcote Arms, Croft - tickets available at the bar or via the festival website.

👉 For the full programme and to book tickets visit www.comedy-festival.co.uk

16/01/2025

Whether you're taking part in veganuary or always follow a plant based diet, there's plenty of yummy options to try locally 🌱

Check out the vegan specials from:
🥑Café Clo
🍎The Tithe Barn
🥝Okapi kitchen
🍊Volpo Lounge

Fosse Park also has a huge variety on offer with places like Fattoush, Itsu, Grounded Kitchen, Isha Patisserie, and Chaiiwala all serving tasty veggie and vegan dishes.

Somewhere else we should try? Share your recommendations below 👇

🍴 For more food options - www.visitblaby.org.uk/food-and-drink

10/01/2025

Is keeping fit and active your New Year's resolutions for 2025?

There are plenty of options out there in the district:

💪 The Yoga Room Leicester - yoga studio with plenty of classes to choose from including a beginners course

💪 BOx Studio in Enderby - check out BOxKITCHEN after to refuel and re-energise after your workout serving an array of healthy food and drink options

💪 Enderby Leisure and Golf Centre - hit the gym, join a class, take a dip in the pool and chill out at the spa for a post workout treat

💪 Or if a leisurely round of golf is more your thing then we have a great choice of courses to choose from - check out our inspo page below 👇
https://www.visitblaby.org.uk/inspiration/get-your-golf-on/

07/01/2025

Our dedicated staff, in collaboration with partner organisations, have been tirelessly working across the District to support residents affected by the recent flooding. So far, we’ve supported more than 100 homes and established rest centres at Whetstone and Braunstone. These centres will re-open today (Tuesday 7 January) from 11am until 3pm to offer a warm space and support to residents.

Today, we will be out door knocking, checking on vulnerable residents in the flood-affected areas to ensure their safety and provide any necessary support. If your property has been affected by the flooding and you need assistance, please contact Customer Services on 0116 275 0555.

Additionally, weather permitting, we will be street sweeping, prioritising those areas affected. Please note that sweeping is challenging during freezing weather, but we will do our best to get out where we can.

If your property has been impacted by flooding, please ensure you log the incident with the lead flood authority, Leicestershire County Council. Their website also contains useful information on what to do in the event of a flood.

For further protection, visit the Blue Pages for flood defence equipment to safeguard your home.

Stay safe and take care.

26/12/2024

Explore the district this festive season with a crisp winter wander with family and friends 🌳👣

📍 Enjoy the woodland and wildlife at Fosse Meadows while enjoying a hot drink from Mason's Il Cappo Del Caffè

📍 Take a walk around Everards Meadows , the tarmac paths are perfect for balance bikes and scooters if out with the little ones

📍 Discover more about the district's history and heritage through our 12 walking trails

👉 Find out more on our website at www.visitblaby.org.uk

24/12/2024

Just one more sleep until Christmas Day! 🎅🎄

We'd like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Visit Blaby District team ❤️

If you're looking for things to do over the festive period, check out www.visitblaby.org.uk for places to eat and drink, parks and walks, and attractions 🥂🌳🚩

22/12/2024

Looking for last minute gift ideas? We've got you covered! 🎁

🍺 Book a brewery tour at Everards Meadows and see how Leicestershire's favourite brewers do it

🍴 If food is their thing treat them to a meal out - Stanton Lakes, The Bricklayers and The Forge Inn all have gift vouchers available

😀 For your little ones why not give them a festive play date at Enderby Leisure and Golf Centre or 360 Play Leicester

Share your gift experience ideas with us below 👇

20/12/2024

Heading to Blaby this weekend for The Fox & Tiger Christmas Fayre and the Archers View Festive Tractor Run this Sunday?

Leicestershire County Council are introducing FREE to use seasonal services to keep people connected and support local communities this festive season including to Blaby this Sunday for the Christmas Fayre.

The full list of services and timetables can be found on the Choose How You Move Leicester & Leicestershire website 👇

https://www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk/public-transport/get-around-by-bus/leicestershire-buses/schemes-and-projects/leicestershire-ticketing-schemes/festive-timetables/

18/12/2024

It's almost time for the annual Archers View Festive Tractor Run! 🚜🎄

Taking place this Sunday from 4.30pm, the route includes Cosby, Whetstone, Blaby, and Countesthorpe.

There's also the chance to see the impressive convoy drive past at The Fox & Tiger Christmas Fayre 🎅

The full route and more details on both events can be found at www.visitblaby.org.uk/events



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12/12/2024

🎉 Congratulations to our winners!

HUGE THANKS to everyone that entered our giveaway with local independent retailer Nest and a massive thanks to them for such a great prize 💜

Congratulations to the following:
👉 Wendy Louise Smith (Facebook)

You've just won your very own Jellycat Christmas Tree Ricky Rain Frog! 🐸🎄 Please DM us in order to collect your prize.

05/12/2024

A massive congratulations to all our district finalists at last night's Leicestershire Promotions Tourism & Hospitality Awards! 🏆

We are excited to announce The Victory Show won Best Event/Festival (paid entry) and Cosby Yarn Bomb won Best Day Out in Leicestershire! 🎉

Also huge well done to Everards who were highly commended in the Experience of the Year category for its Brewery Tours 🍺

We are so proud to have these amazing attractions in our district💜

Go Leicestershire

28/11/2024

🌟 Competition time! 🌟

With the festive season fast approaching, we are delighted to partner up with local independent retailer Nest for a fabulous Jellycat giveaway!

Christmas Tree Ricky Rain Frog is one of the latest quirky characters in the Jellycat family - and a popular present this year 🐸🎁

He is just one of many unique gifts available from Nest - find them at Thurlaston Garden Centre & Tearoom or online at www.nestgifts.co.uk

For your chance to win this cuddly chap, simply:
👉 Like/Follow
Visit Blaby District
Nest

Don't forget to tag your fellow Jellycat fans in the comments and feel free to share too.

📢 Competition entries will close on Sunday 8th December at 6pm.
For T&Cs visit our website: www.visitblaby.org.uk/competition-terms-and-conditions

21/11/2024

🎄 Festive Events in Blaby District 🎄

There's lots happening in the district to make your Christmas season sparkle ✨

From wreath workshops to craft fairs, light switch-on events and carol concerts, there's plenty to choose from!

👉 Find out more at www.visitblaby.org.uk/events