Leicester Guildhall
Museum

Leicester Guildhall

Leicester
Free to all

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Now a successful performance venue and museum, the Grade I listed Leicester Guildhall has a history spanning 630 years.

This medieval venue is one of the best preserved timber framed halls in the country, first used as a meeting place for a religious guild. The Great Hall, built in 1390, has witnessed landmark moments in history: looted in the Civil War, it later held a dinner to celebrate Cromwell's victory.

Believed to have hosted Shakespeare himself, Leicester Guildhall now presents craft fairs, exhibitions, concerts, stand-up and gigs from acts based across the UK. It's also home to the Medieval Leicester galleries, and visitors can meet notorious pick-pockets in the cells of the city's first police station.

Families are encouraged to choose a persona, dress up and explore the exhibits in character, while thrill-seekers can book onto haunting evening events. Visit the shop for medieval-themed souvenirs and the White Rose Cafe opposite for refreshments.

Visitor information

Address

Leicester Guildhall

Leicester Guildhall, Guildhall Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 5FQ
01162 254900

Free to all

Opening times

Every Day 11am to 4:30pm

Check our website for Christmas & New Year Opening

Visitor information

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