The dictionary definition of the word diversity is simply ‘the fact of many different types of things or people being included in something’. With the fact that in the 2011 Census, Leicester was named as one of the most diverse cities in the UK, the defi ...
Open Streets returns Sunday 27th Aug
Open Streets is back again on the last Sunday 27th August 2023. Come along and join in the fun at Leicester Market and Town Hall Square from 1pm-4pm with a variety of free activities for all the family to enjoy. This month’s highlight is a variety of L ...
Trader Spotlight – Just Falafel
Taking a trip through Leicester Market at lunchtime, there’s plenty to tempt the tastebuds – none more so than Just Falafel. Famed throughout the centre of Leicester, they have brought a taste of Middle Eastern culture with them, with their humble shop ...
New mural celebrates life and times of Leicester Market
An impressive new mural celebrating the history of Leicester Market through the centuries has been created overlooking Green Dragon Square. The huge artwork overlooks the new route connecting Town Hall Square to the historic market, which dates back to ...
Open Streets Art Market – Artists call out
Artists call out for Art Market on 25th June from 1-4pm. Are you looking for a place to showcase and have the opportunity to sell your art and craft work? Our first Art Market in May was a great success, so much so we are now making this a regular addi ...
Trader Spotlight: Guilin Street Food
Forget your takeaways and your instant noodles, new Leicester Market trader Guilin Street Food is a fantastic place to get your taste of China right in the centre of Leicester. Opened in late 2019, owner Duo offers a fantastic selection of traditional ...
Andrew Sykes Butchers
With barbeque season well underway in Leicestershire now, people from all over the city will be heading to Leicester Market to stock up on ingredients. The Food Hall at the market boasts plenty of stalls and outlets that can provide customers with qual ...
Market traders play host to HRH The Prince of Wales and HRH The Duchess of Cornwall during Royal Visit to Leicester
Leicester Market was honoured to play host to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales and Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall during the Royal Visit to the county on Tuesday 11 February 2020. Their Royal Highnesses were in attendance at Leicester’s ...
City’s new market square to be named after medieval inn
A NEW public square in Leicester city centre is to be named after a medieval inn that once stood on the site. The attractive space at the back of the city’s historic Corn Exchange – created when the city council demolished a 1970's market hall – has be ...