Free summer fair set for Bradgate Park with dozens of stalls promised
A ‘bustling marketplace’ will be the main feature
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Pubs in need of new landlords around Leicester and the county
These are the Everards pubs that need new licensees
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Man ‘obsessed’ with high-value vehicles linked to 19 burglaries
Total loss to victims was nearly £120,000
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Man lost more than £1,000 to Leicestershire car park fraudster as warning issued
Police are reporting a rise in incidents
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‘Proper gem’ Leicestershire pub near Bradgate Park launches search for new owners
Brewers Everards have described it as a ‘pub with serious pulling power’
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See inside the home near Bradgate Park which has had its price slashed by £1 million
The grand home dates back to the 1850s
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Leicestershire home badly damaged after shed fire spreads
Multiple crews were called to the scene
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All the Easter events at Bradgate Park and Highcross in Leicestershire this April
Many other locations are celebrating the season in style too
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Prisoner back behind bars after being caught driving despite ban
Robert Allen was out on licence after serving half of a recent prison term
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Man arrested after ‘suspicious’ behaviour near Leicestershire schools
There had been reports of a man in a balaclava
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Dad on benefits stole diesel after overspending on children’ gifts
Jay Jesson went to the same petrol station twice and took diesel totalling more than £130
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Woman’s life saved by ‘humble hero’ after hit-and-run incident
Tina Mcbrien said she had been left for dead in the road
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Great grandmother among 22 Leicester Mercury death notices this week
Tributes have also been paid to those who died unexpectedly
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Have your say on the dog lead rules for Bradgate Park
Four deer were killed by dogs in the past month
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Dogs to blame as four Bradgate Park deer die
The park has strict rules for dog walkers but deer deaths still happen
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Queen’s rebellion letter from 16th century smashes auction expectations
The letter is signed ‘ Mary the quene’
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‘Well known’ councillor among 28 Leicester Mercury death notices this week
Tributes are also paid to a woman who died suddenly aged 49
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Leicestershire’s most popular walking trails from Bradgate Park to Bosworth Battlefield
There are plenty sights to discover along the trails
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Five little-known facts about Leicestershire’s Bradgate Park
You may have always wondered how many deer there are in the park
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Mystery over strange lights appearing regularly in sky over Leicestershire
The lights have been seen over recent days in the west of Leicester
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‘Stunning’ six-bed house near Bradgate Park goes on sale for £1.6 million
The house has panoramic views and comes with nearly two acres of land
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Homeless Leicester mum ‘told to move into mould-riddled house’
The disabled mum said she has been left in tears
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Leicestershire’s ‘Best Day Out’ finalists revealed for 2024 Tourism and Hospitality Awards
A number of top attractions from the city and county are on the list
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Two injured by ‘screwdriver and pencil’ as man arrested after ‘dispute’
A man and a woman were ‘attempting to carry out work’ before the alleged incident
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Ban for drink-driver who passed police car then swerved ‘erratically’ across road
Jayravi Thakrar also ignored a no entry sign
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The Leicestershire beauty spot named one of the UK’s best for seeing autumnal leaves
The area’s ‘enchanting’ wildlife helped inspire Sir David Attenborough
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Headless horses to the ‘phantom lady’ – Leicestershire’s spookiest stories and hauntings mapped
There are some very gruesome tales
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Boy, 16, arrested after car crashes into Abbey Park fence
The incident happened during a police chase
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Mum wants to ‘smash the stigma’ of suicide after teenage son’s death
Adam was 18 when he took his life
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Prime Video boss receives 1,000 toy ponies amid campaign to save axed My Lady Jane
The historical reinterpretation of the Nine Day Queen’s story was axed just weeks after premiering
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Leicestershire’s favourite park is crowned by LeicestershireLive readers
The favourite had a whopping vote share
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Petition launched to save Prime Video’s My Lady Jane after brutal axing
The show was a radical retelling of Leicestershire’s Bradgate Park-born ‘Nine Day Queen’
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The Leicestershire attractions to scoop top billing in new VisitEngland list
One of the county’s most beloved attractions has come out on top
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It’s time to crown Leicestershire’s best park from our shortlist
Leicestershire is home to some fantastic green spaces
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‘Spectacular’ £7 million mansion with great views of Bradgate Park for sale
The massive home also has an indoor pool, a sauna and comes with 28 acres of gardens and woodland
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Prime Video’s My Lady Jane helps ‘raise awareness’ of Bradgate Park and Leicestershire history
Weekly guided tours around the ruins of the Nine Day Queen’s former home are held
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Leicestershire named as UK’s most affordable place for ‘staycation’
The survey was based on the price of hotel rooms in the county
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Leicestershire pubs owned by England cricketers to launch breakfast menu
‘We’ve been contemplating serving breakfast at both of our pubs for a while now’
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Discover the best photo locations in Leicestershire: From Bradgate Park to Leicester Canal
We’ve selected some of our favourite places in the city and county that are perfect for a photoshoot
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Leicestershire forever home sought for Staffy who could be anyone’s ‘snuggle buddy’
The ‘invaluable’ work of Dogs Trust Loughborough has helped many dogs find a new home
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New petrol station becomes Leicestershire’s cheapest for fuel this weekend
Latest figures show that prices are remaining steady, but the cost of living crisis is affecting many at the pumps
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Petition to increase pupil numbers at popular school launched
The appeal has attracted scores of signatures
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Leicestershire’s cheapest places for petrol and diesel as prices begin to fall
Some pumps are charging around 3p per litre fewer than just a week ago
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Police confirm body found near Glenfield Hospital is missing man, 36
Daniel Ludkin had been last seen early on Tuesday morning
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Body found in search for missing man, 36
Officers had turned to the public to help find Daniel Ludkin
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Pedestrian hit by car on A50 near Glenfield Hospital
The county-bound section of the A50 was closed for several hours
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Cheapest places for petrol and diesel this weekend in Leicestershire
Prices have fallen, but warnings are still in force amid the continuing cost of living crisis
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Leicester Buzz Bingo player wins nearly £22,000
The player won the Community Pot of Gold Jackpot Game
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Grand 1850s house and 129 acres near Bradgate Park on market for £5 million
It has panoramic views of its grounds
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Leicestershire stars and stories nominated for National Television Awards
Huncote’s Fool Me Once star Richard Armitage also has four nominations
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