Top 4 Locations for Outdoor Events in Leicester |
Posted: November 24, 2017 |
The city of Leicester covers some 28 square miles and is made up of a series of diverse areas that reflect the cultural and historical mix which marks the city’s place in the story of the UK. From the medieval Old Town to the vibrant Queen’s Road retail quarter Leicester is a great place to hold an event as it has many parks, public spaces and city centre sites that are the venues for many events, exhibitions and festivals throughout the year.
Music lovers, culture vultures and outdoor enthusiasts alike flock to Leicester every year to take part in a wide range of fun happenings which are held across the city. Castle GardensThis 4 acre site is where Leicester Castle once stood but which sadly is now reduced to just the large mound where it was once situated. However the beautiful Mary de Castro church, at more than 900 years old one of the oldest places of worship in the city, still stands as testament to the city’s ancient past. A statue of King Richard 111 stands within the grounds in tribute to his defeat at the Battle of Bosworth. The Grand Union Canal and the River Soar are nearby andthe area is one of the venues which host the annual Riverside Festival. The Golden MileSituated on the Belgrave Road, the Golden Mile is an inner-city area which is famous for, among other things, the annual Diwali Festival of Light, a truly spectacular explosion of fireworks, lights, music and fun and which attracts a crowd of some 35,000 festival goers. This is the place to go for a fabulous shopping and food festival too. Abbey ParkSituated only a couple of minutes from the city centre and with the River Soar running through it, Abbey Park is home to one of Leicester’s biggest annual Bonfire Night festivals. On one side of the river are the Abbey grounds where you can see the ruins of a 17th century mansion known as Cavendish House and there are the remains of the 12th century Leicester Abbey. On the other side is the traditionally-planted Victorian part which contains a boating lake and miniature railway. Other facilities offered within this extensive public amenity include a café, bowling green, tennis courts, pets corner, lavender maze and orienteering courses. De Montfort Hall and GardensThis venue, situated off Granville Road in Leicester, includes the auditorium and has been hosting theatre, music festivals and entertainment shows for many decades. Home to the Philharmonia Orchestra since 1997 as well as a pipe organ that boasts almost 6000 pipes, it is also a popular venue for conferences and wedding celebrations. De Montfort Hall’s beautiful gardens are also host to many music festivals such as the Simon Says festival in July which showcases a huge gathering of Leicester’s local music talent. It is here that you can listen to great sounds and enjoy real ales, cocktails and fine food.
Know how to put on a great event
These are just a few of the great outdoor venues available for parties and events large and small and it’s clear that the people of Leicester know how to put on a great party and let their hair down. But of course organizing any event at which the public will be attending can be complex. You are responsible for the well-being, safety and comfort of the public and a large part of your responsibility lies in ensuring that all health and safety standards are met. One of the most important things to get right is the food and bathroom facilities, so for services such as catering and toilet hire in Leicester you need advice from the professionals. Apart from that, make sure you have all the necessary licences and permissions in place and you’re good to go - whatever event it is you’re planning in Leicester.
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