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Leicester's Hidden Gems

7 East Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 6EY

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking preferred

Take a trip through the fascinating past of Leicester’s Oldest Theatre. Residents of YMCA Leicestershire have been hard at work digging into the archives to discover and share stories from colourful characters across the theatre’s dramatic 123-years.

Take a trip through the fascinating past of Leicester’s Oldest Theatre.

The Y Theatre occupies a unique place in the history of Leicester and as part of the YMCA. Residents of YMCA Leicestershire have been hard at work digging into the archives to discover and share stories from colourful characters across the theatre’s dramatic 123-year life.

Join them as they bring these hidden gems to life!

Timings & Tours

Monday 09 September:
1400 & 1600
Tuesday 10 September:
1100, 1400 & 1600
Wednesday 11 September:
1100, 1400 & 1600
Thursday 12 September:
1100 & 1400

Location & directions

7 East Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 6EY

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking preferred
Booking conditions:
Tickets for this event are free but we recommend booking to avoid disappointment.
Booking telephone number:
+441162557066
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking website:
https://ytheatre.co.uk

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
12
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s)

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