Earl Shilton Travel Guide
Leicester
Visit Earl Shilton
Popular places to visit
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
Curve Theatre
At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
Leicester Town Hall
Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.
New Walk Museum
Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.
Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower
This 19th-century monument is a favorite meeting point for locals and a gateway to the city’s shopping districts, historic attractions and vibrant Cultural Quarter.
Things to do
Leicestershire: Twycross Zoo Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Earl Shilton
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
We didn’t have breakfast in the hotel but had coffees and an evening bar meal which was very good and great value for money
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Room was spotless, however, after reporting about 4 or five times, that the bathroom light switch had sunk in, (it was still operational); until Saturday late night, when it was completely broken. We were promised that Maintenance would come to fix it. Sunday morning, as we were checking out, again ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Everything was great. Spotless clean nice staff good breakfa
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Novotel Leicester
Very clean, great location and great friendly staff.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Leicester Marriott Hotel
The Leicester Marriott was simply marvellous. Great service... efficient and polite staff.. clean rooms... high standards. Well done to the whole team and thank you for making my family's experience wonderful.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG
Cleanest hotel in Birmingham, friendly staff and a decent breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Earl Shilton
Narborough
Some popular features of Narborough include its bars and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Cosby Golf Club or King Power Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bradgate Park and Highcross Shopping Centre.
Westcotes
While there might not be top attractions in Westcotes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like King Power Stadium and Welford Road Stadium.
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower while you're in town.
Clarendon Park
Though Clarendon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
