On these pages, you will find information about Leicester's History and Heritage.
Read a Brief History of the city, or a more detailed account in our Civic History pages.
Find out about Blue Plaques, Statues and Sculpture, and War Memorials.
Read the history of Leicester Castle and Leicester Abbey, of Leicester's Roman and Medieval Gates, and find out about Leicester's West End, and the heritage of the East Midlands' knitting industry.
Each September, take the opportunity to visit hidden architectural treasures. Visit our Heritage Open days page.
View Key Facts about Leicester.
