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27/04/2025

What is it ?

It’s a Roman monument made entirely of cardboard and tape.

It looks incredible and will only be here for a few hours before it’s dismantled at 3 pm today. (Sunday 27th April)

So, come to Jubilee Square, join the activities, and have some fun for free!

Join in the fun of taking it down - stomping, jumping, and celebrating our collective achievement!

This project is Led by Internationally renowned artist Olivier Grossetête who specialises in large-scale constructions using only cardboard and tape.

His projects bring people together to create monumental structures that blend history, art, and community spirit.

Now, it’s your chance to be part of his latest creation and make history in our great city of Leicester.

Video by LM News CAA licensed drone operator.

Leicester Festivals & Events

26/04/2025

Traffic News:

New Parks Way is currently closed tonight due to a road traffic collision involving a car and a cyclist.

The incident occurred approximately 10 p.m.

The road is closed between the junctions of Aikman Avenue and Park Rise, in the westbound direction.

The East Midlands Ambulance Service is currently assessing the cyclist’s injuries.

The cyclist has now been taken to the hospital.

At this time, we have no information regarding any injuries sustained.

If possible, please avoid the affected area.

Recovery personnel are currently at the scene to remove the car.

26/04/2025

Wow. A Birds Eye view.

It’s looking great….

Drone footage of the building of the Roman Forum at Jubilee Square.

More to follow when it’s complete.

You can be part of history and be part of history as we rebuild a full-scale Roman monument right in the heart of Leicester.

On Saturday, 26 April help to construct this incredible structure at the original Roman Forum site on Jubilee Square.

And don’t miss the grand finale on Sunday when the monument will be dramatically taken down in a thrilling demolition event.

Event information:-

The old town festival is currently constructing the Roman Forum, made entirely out of cardboard and lots of tape, in Jubilee Square this morning, ready for today’s event.

This free event takes place this weekend in the old town areas of Leicester.

Meet a fire-breathing dragon, learn to march like a Centurion and help to recreate the entrance to a Roman Forum by taking part in Leicester’s newest free festival this weekend!

The Old Town Festival on 26 & 27 April will incorporate traditional festivities for St George’s Day and a celebration of the city’s fascinating Roman heritage.

Centring on Jubilee Square and the Old Town area of the city centre, the free festival will also feature an urban mosaic workshop at the Guildhall, a living history Roman camp, an artisan craft market and themed storytelling aboard the children’s bookbus.

Hands-on archaeology, Roman theatre, craft activities and Morris dancing will also be on offer, along with face-painting and a dress-up booth so that young festival-goers can become gallant knights, fearsome dragons or magical maidens!

A fire-breathing dragon will be on the loose in Cathedral Gardens, alongside stilt-walking jesters, magical wizards and a trio of clumsy knights taking on daring quests.

Over at Jubilee Square, you can take part in Roman warrior training, where you can learn to march like a legionnaire, wield a sword like a true centurion, or raise a shield to victory.

Assistant city mayor for leisure and culture Cllr Vi Dempster said: “The Old Town Festival is a new event for 2025, bringing together our traditional St George’s Day celebrations and Leicester’s rich 2,000-year history and Roman heritage.

“There are lots of great free activities to take part in, and it’s all taking place in our historic Old Town.

“As well as activities for kids and families, there is also a fantastic programme of trails, talks and debates about the Roman world, meaning that this promises to be a really inclusive and exciting festival with something for everyone.”

To find out more visit.

www.visitleicester.info

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26/04/2025

Pictures of the Old Town festival here in Leicester this weekend.

Pictures By Trevor Sewell for LM News.

Lots more to come.

Event information

Meet a fire-breathing dragon, learn to march like a Centurion and help to recreate the entrance to a Roman Forum by taking part in Leicester’s newest free festival this weekend!

The Old Town Festival on 26 & 27 April will incorporate traditional festivities for St George’s Day and a celebration of the city’s fascinating Roman heritage.

Centring on Jubilee Square and the Old Town area of the city centre, the free festival will also feature an urban mosaic workshop at the Guildhall, a living history Roman camp, an artisan craft market and themed storytelling aboard the children’s bookbus.

Hands-on archaeology, Roman theatre, craft activities and Morris dancing will also be on offer, along with face-painting and a dress-up booth so that young festival-goers can become gallant knights, fearsome dragons or magical maidens!

A fire-breathing dragon will be on the loose in Cathedral Gardens, alongside stilt-walking jesters, magical wizards and a trio of clumsy knights taking on daring quests.

Over at Jubilee Square, you can take part in Roman warrior training, where you can learn to march like a legionnaire, wield a sword like a true centurion, or raise a shield to victory.

Assistant city mayor for leisure and culture Cllr Vi Dempster said: “The Old Town Festival is a new event for 2025, bringing together our traditional St George’s Day celebrations and Leicester’s rich 2,000-year history and Roman heritage.

“There are lots of great free activities to take part in, and it’s all taking place in our historic Old Town.

“As well as activities for kids and families, there is also a fantastic programme of trails, talks and debates about the Roman world, meaning that this promises to be a really inclusive and exciting festival with something for everyone.”

To find out more, see visitleicester.info

Festival brochures are from the Visit Leicester information centre, within the KRIII Visitor Centre at 4A St Martins, Leicester, LE1 5DB.

Download here

https://www.visitleicester.info/dbimgs/Old%20Town%202025%20Brochure.pdf?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR7wAVHp-mK5jqqw4VYLY9mrpB73hxB8H-8BJTSsaK7oWEJGVTt78Wzcji-hjg_aem_hM4pq7dM4Bc1WGOAxphjfQ

Leicester Festivals & Events Highcross Leicester

26/04/2025

The old town festival is currently constructing the Roman Forum, made entirely out of cardboard and lots of tape, in Jubilee Square this morning, ready for today’s event.

This free event takes place this weekend in the old town areas of Leicester.

Meet a fire-breathing dragon, learn to march like a Centurion and help to recreate the entrance to a Roman Forum by taking part in Leicester’s newest free festival this weekend!

The Old Town Festival on 26 & 27 April will incorporate traditional festivities for St George’s Day and a celebration of the city’s fascinating Roman heritage.

Centring on Jubilee Square and the Old Town area of the city centre, the free festival will also feature an urban mosaic workshop at the Guildhall, a living history Roman camp, an artisan craft market and themed storytelling aboard the children’s bookbus.

Hands-on archaeology, Roman theatre, craft activities and Morris dancing will also be on offer, along with face-painting and a dress-up booth so that young festival-goers can become gallant knights, fearsome dragons or magical maidens!

A fire-breathing dragon will be on the loose in Cathedral Gardens, alongside stilt-walking jesters, magical wizards and a trio of clumsy knights taking on daring quests.

Over at Jubilee Square, you can take part in Roman warrior training, where you can learn to march like a legionnaire, wield a sword like a true centurion, or raise a shield to victory.

Assistant city mayor for leisure and culture Cllr Vi Dempster said: “The Old Town Festival is a new event for 2025, bringing together our traditional St George’s Day celebrations and Leicester’s rich 2,000-year history and Roman heritage.

“There are lots of great free activities to take part in, and it’s all taking place in our historic Old Town.

“As well as activities for kids and families, there is also a fantastic programme of trails, talks and debates about the Roman world, meaning that this promises to be a really inclusive and exciting festival with something for everyone.”

To find out more

www.visitleicester.info

Festival brochures are from the Visit Leicester information centre, within the KRIII Visitor Centre at 4A St Martins, Leicester, LE1 5DB.

26/04/2025

Ditch the knife installs life saving bleed control equipment here in the West end of Leicester.

Ditch the Knife and are collaborating to combat knife crime and make a positive impact on our city.

Today at Robert Hall Memorial Church on Narborough Road, Ditch the Knife unveiled the first bleed control kit cabinet.

This cabinet aims to help victims of stabbing who experience catastrophic bleeding until emergency services arrive.

Together with awareness and education we can take steps towards reducing knife crime incidents and implementing prevention measures in vulnerable areas of our city.

To access this cabinet members of the public will need to call 999 first then ask for the ambulance service they will then give you the code number to open the cabinet followed by full instructions how to use the kit.

Ditch the knife

25/04/2025

Following a report of a disturbance yesterday afternoon at Golf Course Lane, Braunstone, two people were arrested.

Police attended at 2.34pm on Thursday.

For public and officer safety, fi****ms officers also attended the scene.

The 31-year-old woman, arrested on suspicion of causing actual bodily harm, has since been released on police bail.

The 41-year-old man, also arrested on suspicion of causing actual bodily harm, has been released with no further action to be taken.

Following this initial report, a further call was received at 8.05pm, to a report of a disturbance in Golf Course Lane.

Three people were arrested. A 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.

A second 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of affray.

They remain in police custody.

Today (Friday) a further two people have been arrested in relation to the disturbance last night.

Two men, aged 33 and 29, arrested on suspicion of violent disorder, remain in police custody.

No serious injuries have been reported, and enquiries remain on going.

24/04/2025

Thousands of people are due to take part in a major annual Sikh parade through Leicester this coming weekend.

The Nagar Kirtan procession – which marks the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi – will take place on Sunday 27 April.

Around 10,000 people are expected to join the parade, along with thousands of spectators lining the route, which runs this year runs from the Guru Nanak Gurdwara, at Holy Bones, into the city centre and back.

The event will require some rolling road closures, for a short time only, along the procession route.

This year’s route is: Holy Bones (departing at around 11.30am), Vaughan Way Slip Road, St Nicholas Circle, Southgates, Friar Lane, Berridge Street, Millstone Lane, Bowling Green Street, Bishop Street, part of Granby Street, Gallowtree and High Street, returning to Holy Bones at around 2pm.

St Nicholas Circle is due to be closed to traffic for up to three hours from 11.30am, with well signposted diversions in place.

Southgates underpass will remain open to traffic during the parade.

Motorists are advised to expect delays as the procession passes through the city centre. Advanced warning signs will be in place in the days before the event.

Bus operators will also make any necessary adjustments as the procession passes along the route.

Passengers for bus services that normally pick up and drop off in St Nicholas Circle are advised to use city centre stops while the Nagar Kirtan parade is taking place.

24/04/2025

Meet a fire-breathing dragon, learn to march like a Centurion and help to recreate the entrance to a Roman Forum by taking part in Leicester’s newest free festival this weekend!

The Old Town Festival on 26 & 27 April will incorporate traditional festivities for St George’s Day and a celebration of the city’s fascinating Roman heritage.

Centring on Jubilee Square and the Old Town area of the city centre, the free festival will also feature an urban mosaic workshop at the Guildhall, a living history Roman camp, an artisan craft market and themed storytelling aboard the children’s bookbus.

Hands-on archaeology, Roman theatre, craft activities and Morris dancing will also be on offer, along with face-painting and a dress-up booth so that young festival-goers can become gallant knights, fearsome dragons or magical maidens!

A fire-breathing dragon will be on the loose in Cathedral Gardens, alongside stilt-walking jesters, magical wizards and a trio of clumsy knights taking on daring quests.

Over at Jubilee Square, you can take part in Roman warrior training, where you can learn to march like a legionnaire, wield a sword like a true centurion, or raise a shield to victory.

Assistant city mayor for leisure and culture Cllr Vi Dempster said: “The Old Town Festival is a new event for 2025, bringing together our traditional St George’s Day celebrations and Leicester’s rich 2,000-year history and Roman heritage.

“There are lots of great free activities to take part in, and it’s all taking place in our historic Old Town.

“As well as activities for kids and families, there is also a fantastic programme of trails, talks and debates about the Roman world, meaning that this promises to be a really inclusive and exciting festival with something for everyone.”

To find out more, see www.visitleicester.info

Festival brochures are from the Visit Leicester information centre, within the KRIII Visitor Centre at 4A St Martins, Leicester, LE1 5DB.

Download herehttps://www.visitleicester.info/dbimgs/Old%20Town%202025%20Brochure.pdf

24/04/2025

BREAKING NEWS

A large police presence is currently attending an incident on Golf Course Lane in Braunstone this afternoon.

The entrance to the travellers site is closed.

Dog units and armed police are at the scene.

A spokesperson from Leicestershire police said:

“Police are in attendance at a site in Golf Course Lane, Braunstone, following a call about a disturbance between a number of people.

It was reported that weapons were seen.

The force was called at 2.34pm this afternoon (Thursday).

For public and officer safety, fi****ms officers attended the scene.

Two people have been arrested. A 31-year-old woman and a 41-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of causing actual bodily harm.

They remain in police custody this evening.

No serious injuries were reported.”

22/04/2025

Trans Rights protests in Leicester against gender ruling.

Hundreds gather in Jubilee Square here in Leicester this afternoon in a show of unity after the supreme court judgment.

Last Wednesday the Supreme Court ruled, that when the Equality Act 2010 referred to women, it referred only to biological s*x and did not include transgender women who hold a gender recognition certificate (GRC).

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21/04/2025

Here’s some pictures from the Soar Sound easter roadshow in town this weekend showcasing some great singers, dancers and entertainers.

Pictures by Roy Widdowson for LM News.

On Saturday 19th April 2025, Soar Sound brought the sound of celebration to Leicester’s Clocktower with our Easter Radio Roadshow, turning the city centre into a lively hub of music, performance, and community spirit.

Broadcasting live throughout the afternoon, our outside radio show captured all the fun as it happened – with a packed programme of live entertainment, dance performances, singing, and **interactive competitions for people of all ages. From high-energy dance crews to soulful local singers, the roadshow showcased the talent and diversity of Leicester’s communities.

Shoppers and visitors gathered to enjoy the festive atmosphere, take part in giveaways, and even get their voices on the air as part of Soar Sound’s community broadcast. It was a chance to celebrate Easter in the city – not just with chocolate eggs, but with joy, creativity, and connection.

Thank you to everyone who took part, performed, or stopped by to say hello. Soar Sound’s Easter Roadshow was a vibrant reminder of what community radio is all about – sharing stories, making memories, and bringing people together.

Find out more visit https://www.soarsound.uk/

Soar Sound

19/04/2025

Leicestershire Fire and rescue service were called to a derelict building to reports of a fire in Coalville this afternoon.

The building was the old doctor’s surgery on the corner of Belvoir Road and Berriford Street.

Several road closures were in place.

All road closures have now been reopened.

The fire is now extinguished and investigations are now taking place to find out the cause of the fire.

19/04/2025

Smoke billowed over city as 10 fire crews battle 'major’ blaze in Leicester.

See our drone footage that shows the damage caused by the blaze at an industrial building on Coleman Road.

Over 10 fire engines from across the county and an aerial ladder and turntable ladder platforms, as well as several other special support appliances, supported by EMAS East Midlands ambulance service and Leicestershire police that helped with the road closures were deployed to this incident at around 6:30pm last night. (Friday 18th April.)

The public were advised to keep their doors and windows closed due to the amount of smoke in the area.

Several fire crews remained at the scene overnight.

Fire investigators will be working today to find the cause of the fire.

Coleman Road is expected to reopen this morning.

18/04/2025

BREAKING NEWS

Major fire on Coleman Road Ten fire crews from across the county are deployed.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue service are currently attending a large fire on Coleman Road here in the city.

Road closures are in place surrounding the area.

Local residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed.

The road closures are Robinson Road Haynes Road, Exton Road and Beatty Avenue.

The junction at Coleman Road and Uppingham Road (near Papa Johns) is also closed.

Please continue to find alternative routes.

Also no foot traffic in this area.

Fire service update 20:30

Several emergency calls received by Fire Control to an industrial unit fire in the city area.

We currently have ten fire appliances, Aerial Ladder and Turntable Ladder platforms and several other special support appliances and officers in attendance.

The public are being advised to keep their doors and windows closed due to the amount of smoke in the area.

16/04/2025

Fire severely destroys part of bungalow on Treasure Close in Glenfield tonight.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue service were called around 7pm to reports of a bungalow fire in progress.

The fire has now been extinguished and damping down is now in operation.

The residents are being cared for by the British Red Cross emergency response team.

We have no reports of any injuries at this time.

Update.

A spokesperson from Leicestershire fire and rescue service said:

"It was a fire that started in a shed and spread to the bungalow. There were two bungalows affected as the fire in the roof space caused the next door bungalow to be smoke-logged.

"We had four pumps and six firefighters in breathing apparatus fighting the fire.

The crews were at the scene through until midnight damping down and ensuring hotspots were extinguished."

LFRS confirmed that crews had returned to the scene on this morning Thursday (April 17) to check for hotspots.

No injuries were reported from the fire.

16/04/2025

Leicester Food Festival Returns This August – Bigger, Bolder & Tastier Than Ever!

Following a phenomenal sell-out debut last year, the Leicester Food Festival is back in Abbey Park for an even more spectacular weekend of culinary delights and family fun on 9th & 10th August!

Set to be the ultimate Summer celebration of food, fun, music and family entertainment, prepare for an unforgettable weekend packed with exciting new additions and returning favourites.

There will be headlining acts from Mercury, the ultimate Queen Tribute, Steptastic bringing their 90’s nostalgic hits, and widely acclaimed MacBusted!

Bringing together the very best of Leicester (and beyond!) food scene, live entertainment, family fun and music, expect a weekend packed with delicious street food, artisan produce, show-stopping entertainment and fabulous new experiences for all ages.

Whether you’re a devoted foodie, music lover, or simply looking for the ultimate Summer day out, Leicester Food Festival 2025 has something for everyone!

We are dedicated to keeping the festival accessible and affordable for all with tickets starting from just £5! Last year we were highlighted in The Sun National Newspaper as being one of the best Budget Festivals to attend in the UK!

2025 Festival Highlights Include:

• 50+ Street Food Vendors – Discover bold, mouth-watering flavours from around the globe

• Live Music All Weekend Long– With headline acts including Mercury (Queen Tribute), Steptastic (90s anthems), and the much-loved MacBusted

• Midlands Makers Market – Over 80 talented local creators and artisan food producers

• Donut Eating Competitions – Bring your appetite and your game face!

• Winetasting Experiences – Sip, swirl and savour

• Kids Skate Park & Climbing Wall

• Circus School & Hula Hoop Shows – Dazzling performances and hands-on fun

• The Bubblologist – Mesmerising bubble magic for all ages

• Face Painting & Glitter Workshops

• Balloon Discos in the Big Top Tent

• Kids Sand Workshop

• Billy Bates Funfair – Classic rides and family thrills

• Arts & Crafts

• Laugh-Out-Loud Comedy Acts – Featuring the UK Kids Comedy Festival Joke Spot

• Stonehurst Farm Cuddle Corner – Meet the animals and browse fresh local produce

• Games & Activities with Leicester City Football Community Team

……and lots more still to be announced!

Leicester Food Festival is proudly supported by Visit Leicester’s ‘Taste The Place’ campaign – an exciting initiative that celebrates Leicester’s diverse food culture and champions food and drink businesses from across the region.

This year, the festival is also delighted to support ‘Open Hands Food Bank’, a vital local charity helping to feed families across Leicester.

"We are incredibly excited to bring the Leicester Food Festival back to Abbey Park," says Kev, Festival Director. "This year, we've expanded our offerings to create an even more immersive and enjoyable experience for our attendees, all while supporting the amazing work of Open Hands Food Bank."

Join us this August at Abbey Park and make it a weekend to remember.

Tickets are on sale now.

Limited Early Bird tickets are now on sale from

www.Leicesterfoodfestival.co.uk

Tickets start from just £5.
Under 5’s are free.

15/04/2025

Leicester City Council is working with leading UK skatepark specialists Maverick Industries to create the new facility at St Margaret’s Pastures sports grounds, off St Margaret’s Way.

Construction of the new skatepark is now well underway and it is expected to open to the public from July.

The new skatepark – which will be completely free to use – will include flat bank ramps, grind rails and ledges, a stair set, a wheelie or ‘manny’ pad and an impressive quarter pipe that will run the full length of one end of the facility.

Its specially laid surface will also feature a bold colourful design.

City Mayor Peter Soulsby said: “The new skatepark is now taking shape and it will be fantastic to see it complete and in use this summer.

“St Margaret’s Pastures is already home to several well-used sports pitches and facilities and it made good sense to use a vacant part of the site to expand the range of outdoor activities on offer.

“Maverick are experts in their field and the design they have developed for this new skatepark is very impressive.

They’ve listened very carefully to what skaters and other enthusiasts want from a new facility.”

As part of its initial design process, Maverick carried out an online survey and collected feedback from over 570 respondents ranging from beginner to expert skaters, as well as BMX and scooter riders.

Sam Reynolds, director at Maverick, said: “There’s a real sense of excitement for a new purpose-built skatepark in Leicester and we’re dedicated to creating a space that best serves the area.

“The enthusiastic response to our online survey - the largest we’ve seen in the UK - has been key in shaping a design the community can be passionate about. We are stoked to have the new skatepark ready for people to enjoy this summer.”

The new skatepark is being built on an area of council-owned land currently leased to Leicester Hockey Club, immediately next to its Olympic standard pitch.

Located close to the city centre, the new facility will be easily accessible by foot, bike or skateboard and is near to car parking and toilets.

The city council approved funding of £375,000 for the scheme in 2022, under cash set aside for people and neighbourhoods policy provision.

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