Dream jobs offering chance to live in Bradgate Park for half price on offer
If you’re a lover of the outdoors, this role is for you
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I visited Leicestershire’s ‘poshest village’ and joined the afternoon tea club
‘We have five tearooms all within walking distance, which I think says a lot about us’
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‘They’re building hundreds of homes on Leicester’s green lungs’
The former Western Park Golf Course site alone is marked for over 400 houses
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Bradgate Park ruins to reopen to the public as huge restoration project continues
More than 7,000 handmade bricks have been used to stabilise the ruins at the Newtown Linford beauty spot
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Work starts on Leicestershire homes in ‘truly special location’ near Bradgate Park
The site will be located in one of the county’s ‘most desirable’ locations
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‘Loughborough should be the UK’s Town of Culture – don’t underestimate it’
The town is one of six in Leicestershire going for the £3 million prize
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Plans approved for 40-home development off Leicestershire road despite claim it’s ‘a death waiting to happen’
The developer says the homes will be delivered to a high standard
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Look around country estate near Bradgate Park on the market for £3.75m
The property is also near to a National Trust house
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The 20 best restaurants across Leicestershire according to your reviews
We have rounded-up some of the flavours most enjoyed by you
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The best GP practices in Leicestershire as one rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission
The best GP practices in Leicestershire as one rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission
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Flood alerts remain across Leicestershire as residents advised to ‘act now’ in one area
Some river levels are expected to remain high until Saturday evening (February 7)
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Several flood alerts issued across Leicestershire with problems ‘expected’ in one area
People are being urged to be prepared
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Teenager dies after Leicestershire village crash sees car hit tree
Police said the vehicle’s passenger remains in hospital
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Tourism experts expect Leicestershire to ‘lead the staycation boom in 2026’
Leicestershire offers exactly what tomorrow’s traveller is searching for, according to local tourism bosses
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The picturesque Leicestershire village where ‘the community is like no other’
It also has easy access to Bradgate Park
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Loose horses caused ‘havoc’ near busy Glenfield roundabout
Concerns were raised with the roundabout situated near the M1 motorway
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List of Bradgate Park byelaws people have to obey when visiting
There are rules about dogs, picking mushrooms and various other things
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Police officer ‘deliberately’ recorded fake information on Bradgate Park mushroom picker
He submitted a report stating the picker had admitted committing a crime when he had in fact never spoken to her
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List of some of the best winter walks in Leicestershire
Even a brisk 10-minute walk provides health benefits
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Woman’s diabetes almost killed her – and now she’s home for Christmas
She spent 331 days of 2025 at Glenfield Hospital
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A peek inside ‘proper gem’ Leicester pub that’s reopened after refurbishment
The Bradgate pub and restaurant is located next to the popular Bradgate Park
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Popular Bradgate Park tearoom opens second location at another nearby beauty spot
The new venture is at a council-owned cafe in another country park
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European medical history made after successful procedure at Glenfield Hospital
Similar procedures have already been trialled in the US
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Pub near Bradgate Park to ‘raise the bar’ under new ownership
The site is currently closed for refurbishment
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Two members of shoplifting gang who targeted independent shop are caught
They stole toys worth £287 from the Watkinghams Gift Shop
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Controlled explosion takes place at Bradgate Park after live grenade found
It is not the first grenade to be found at the popular park
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Man found with stab wound in Leicestershire garden
He is in a serious condition in hospital
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Demolished social club to make way for new Greggs and extended petrol station
This new scheme is looking to make further changes to the development
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All the Leicestershire pubs entering CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2026
There are 12 new entries from around the county
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Meet the Leicester women baring all for ‘powerful’ campaign to help baby boy
They are aiming to raise thousands for the youngster
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Victorian Leicester landmark to host first ever food fair this weekend
Pies, curries and waffles will be among the tasty treats on offer
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Reform UK councillor blames ‘mass immigration’ for low Leicestershire reservoir levels
Severn Trent have said there is a different reason for the issue
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Drivers charged after Leicester collision killed taxi passenger enter pleas
The crash seriously injured two other people
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Eight scenic Leicestershire spots to enjoy a walk this autumn
Many include children’s play areas too
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See inside ‘historic’ Leicestershire Edwardian house up for sale
Estate agents say it is a ‘rare’ property
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The Leicestershire restaurant offering ‘diverse menu’ of fusion food and retro puddings
A ‘niche in the market’ was spotted by the owner
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Car fire closes Leicestershire road near Bradgate Park – as it happened
Drivers were urged to avoid the area
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New Reform UK deputy leader announced for Leicestershire County Council amid ‘chaos’ claims
Leader Dan Harrison has been accused of ‘poor leadership and ‘spinning plates of chaos’
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Major route next to Leicestershire’s Bradgate Park closed for emergency repairs
The closure will go into the weekend
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Reform UK’s county council deputy leader leaves role after just three months
He is reportedly stepping into a ‘new role’
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Your chance to run a cafe in the heart of Leicestershire park
The area is ‘steeped in history’
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Free tours of Leicestershire underground tunnel to take place
Organisers have been ‘overwhelmed’ by the public’s response
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Multiple illegal weapons and drugs found in Leicestershire man’s bedroom
He was being arrested on separate matters when the search found the items
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Man who had just celebrated wedding anniversary among Leicester Mercury death notices
Tributes are also paid to a woman who died aged just 57
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Take a tour of the Victorian mansion near Bradgate Park on sale for £3.25 million
The six-bed house dates back to 1865
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Binge drinker made ‘silly mistake’ after being caught driving while banned
It was the third time in seven years he had been caught drink driving
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Pigeon dies after Leicestershire air weapon shooting incident
The bird had initially been found injured by a member of the public
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Historic Bradgate Park oak could be named Tree of the Year
It has an ‘immense’ gnarled trunk
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All you need to know about free Leicestershire bus travel to key places – including Bradgate Park
People will be able to travel to key visitor attractions around the county without spending a penny
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Major Leicester road shut – live updates
Motorists are advised to find alternative routes
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