Glastonbury, Somerset | 29 August – 2 September 2026   A new chapter begins in one of Britain’s most mythical landscapes, as The Love Festival comes to Glastonbury in 2026 under the stewardship of leading tantra practitioners Richie Moore and Joey Tabone - reimagined as a powerful, consent-led retreat for connection, self-discovery and community among men who love men and rebranded as The Love Festival. Set within the ancient heartland of Avalon , where myth, ritual and lands

Experience the roar of classic diesel power at the Great Central Railway’s Spring Diesel Gala, taking place from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 April 2026. Running along the UK’s only preserved double-track main line, this three‑day celebration promises an intensive timetable of frequent services and a stunning line‑up of both home fleet and visiting diesel locomotives. Against the backdrop of the blossoming Charnwood countryside, visitors will see an impressive selection of diesel t

Experience the roar of classic diesel power at the Great Central Railway’s Spring Diesel Gala, taking place from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 April 2026. Running along the UK’s only preserved double-track main line, this three‑day celebration promises an intensive timetable of frequent services and a stunning line‑up of both home fleet and visiting diesel locomotives. Against the backdrop of the blossoming Charnwood countryside, visitors will see an impressive selection of diesel t

The Great Central Railway is inviting families to hop aboard this Easter for a weekend of heritage rail travel and seasonal fun, headlined by a railway-wide Easter Egg Hunt. The award-winning railway – recently named Best Day Out at the Leicestershire Tourism Awards – will host the Great Central Easter Egg Hunt from Saturday 4 to Monday 6 April , transforming the line’s four heritage stations into a colourful adventure trail for young explorers and their families. Visitors ca

Remember a time when your fringe covered at least one eye, your MSN name was basically a cry for help, and your iPod Classic knew your feelings better than anyone else? Then good news: that version of you is getting a night out! For one night only, Cosmic Emo Night at the National Space Centre will be proving that you were right all along and it was never just a phase, by turning up the volume on heartbreak teenage angst and giving it a cosmic upgrade. Think less bedroom floo

Leicestershire is set to feel the roar once again as the hugely popular Alex’s Wish Supercars charity event returns on Sunday 31st May, taking place in the stunning grounds of Ratcliffe College from 10am to 3pm.   Following an incredibly successful event in 2025 – which raised an impressive £28,000 for the Duchenne charity – organisers are promising an even bigger, better and more exciting day out for car enthusiasts, families and thrill-seekers alike.   The event is organise

Leicester’s Festivals & Events team has been named as one of just ten finalists in VisitEngland’s prestigious Tourism Superstar Awards — and the city now has the chance to help them win. Facing competition from across the country, the team is flying the flag for Leicester on a national stage, and public votes will decide the champion. They’re up against some stiff competition from all across the country and you can vote for them Here to help bring the title home to Leicester

Image by Nigel Julian The Great Central Railway is thrilled to confirm that Class 55 Deltic D9015 Tulyar will be based at the railway during 2026 — marking a major milestone for diesel preservation as the locomotive prepares to haul its first passenger train in 35 years. Owned by the Deltic Preservation Society (DPS), D9015 is one of the most historically important surviving Deltics, and its arrival continues the long-standing partnership between the Great Central Railway and

Local families are being invited to ‘stop streaming and start steaming’ this month, as the award-winning Great Central Railway celebrates being named ‘Best Day Out in Leicestershire’ with a 50% ticket offer exclusively for local residents. To mark the win at the Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards, the Great Central Railway is giving families a reason to ditch their devices, get out, explore and spend quality time together, with half-price tickets for residents livi

Voluntary Action LeicesterShire (VAL) kicked off its 60th anniversary with a heartfelt celebration at Leicester Racecourse, welcoming over 130 guests to honour six decades of transforming lives, empowering communities and championing the voluntary sector across Leicester and Leicestershire. The evening served as a thank you to the many individuals, partners, volunteers and supporters who have been part of VAL’s journey. Guests gathered to reflect on the organisation’s proud h

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