Posted: Fri, 24 May 2019 14:06
There's still time to come and celebrate walking with the Walk Leicester Festival hosting events throughout the month of May! Everyone is invited to join us for the Walk Leicester Festival, no matter your level of fitness or ability!
The festival is a showcase of all Leicester has to offer on foot – most sights and attractions are within a short stroll of the city centre, so people are encouraged to walk to the events. Walks will take place all around the city, including streets, parks and waterways.
All walks are free of charge and may require pre-booking via Eventbrite.
Here is a full list of events taking place for the Walk Leicester Festival:
- Open Streets: Arts and Crafts
Sunday 26 May
12.45pm – 4pm
New Market Square
- Funky Feet and Wacky Wheels
Wednesday 29 May
11am – 1pm
Meet at The Oval, Abbey Park. Visit Eventbrite for further details.
From Belgrave Road to the
- Golden Mile
Thursday 30 May
7pm – 8pm
Meet at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, on the corner of Belgrave Road and Donaldson Road. Booking is essential.
- DMU's Medieval and Modern Campus
Friday 31 May
11am – 12pm Medieval Tour
1pm – 2pm Modern Tour
Meet outside Leicester Castle.
Continue your walking…
There are plenty of other walks and great self-guided walking trails to help you explore Leicester, perfect for a daily commute, a leisurely stroll and even a family outing.
More information: https://www.lrsport.org/campaigns/walk-leicester-festival--28-april---31st-may