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FREE things to do in Leicester

Save your pennies by taking advantage of a range of activities you can do for FREE in Leicester!

 

There are FREE activities for all age groups to enjoy across the city, don’t miss out! Explore a new part of town, pick up a new hobby, swim for FREE or keep fit and kick start your New Year resolutions. We have listed some ideas for you below...

 

Research your Family History
Leicester Libraries
Help with research, information and guidance - discover clues about your family history. www.leicester.gov.uk/familyhistory

 

Enjoy Swimming, Have Fun... and Get Fit!
Leicester City Council Leisure Centres

If you're 16 and under, or over 60 and a city resident, you can swim for FREE

www.leicester.gov.uk/freeswims

 

Visit an Art Gallery
New Walk Museum & Art Gallery

Visit ‘A Journey Out of Darkness’ and see the UK's largest collection of German Expressionist art

www.leicester.gov.uk/germanexpressionist

 

Embrace the Great Outdoors
Leicester’s Parks

Walk, run, jog, bike, play, explore and discover over 2000 acres of open space. 

Why not try ‘Walking Your Way To Health’ – a walking for health scheme, promoting walks across the city’s 10 main parks. Free maps and more information

www.leicester.gov.uk/parks

www.goleicestershire.com/outdoors/default.asp

  

Toddler Time

Leicester Libraries

Weekly drop-in sessions held at local libraries where you and your under-5s can play and learn for FREE!

www.leicester.gov.uk/toddlertime

 

Activities for Young People 5-19 years

Leicester City Council Leisure Centres

Many FREE 'Multi Skill' activities are available to help young people improve their basic movement and fundamental sport skills.
www.leicester.gov.uk/your-council-services/lc/sports-services/activites-for-young-people/

 


 For more great things to do in Leicester, find out What's on: www.oneleicester.com/whats-on