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The History of Leicester's Guildhall

Guildhall Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 5FQ

  • 10 Sep 2024
  • In person

Starting with its Great Hall built in about 1390, a tour of Leicester Guildhall will take you through the centuries and many uses of the site.

Leicester Guildhall is one of the best-preserved timber framed halls in the country.
The Grade I listed, timber-framed Guildhall has been at the centre of Leicester history for 630 years.
Over the years it has been used as a court, town hall, venue for Shakespeare, prison, and now a museum and venue.
Saved, renovated and protected by Grade I listed status, today it remains one of the stars of Leicester’s entertainment scene.

Timings & Tours

Tuesday 10 September:
11:30am, 1pm & 2:30pm

Location & directions

Guildhall Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 5FQ

Directions:
Leicester Guildhall is located next to Leicester Cathedral and a short walk from King Richard III Visitor Centre.
Contact on day:
Leicester Guildhall
Telephone number:
+441162532569

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
**NOT FOUND**
Booking conditions:

Accessibility details

The Guildhall is a medieval building therefore floor surfaces can be uneven. To access the upper floors, staircases will need to be used.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
15
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s)

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