Things to do in Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire.
The Arts in Barkby Thorpe
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
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Retro Computer Museum
John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum
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The Great Outdoors in Barkby Thorpe
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
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Wanlip Meadows | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
A network of scrapes and wet meadows, Wanlip is the ideal place to try your hand at birdwatching. The wetland supports a number of birds throughout the year, but the winter and spring are our favourite times to visit – wrap up warm for winter for wildfowl, and explore in summer for wading birds, which adore the muddy edges to the scrapes.
Cossington Meadows | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
This wetland haven is worth visiting all year around, but comes alive in the winter, when rafts of ducks, like wigeon and teal, gather on the lakes, and short-eared owls hunt over the meadows. Wrap up warm enjoy a brisk winter walk to one of the best wildlife spots in the Soar Valley.
Mountsorrel & Rothley Marshes | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
This innovative reserve is part of the Soar Valley floodplain system. Originally agricultural fields, harvested for maize, grazed by cattle and used as grassland in their recent history, we are now allowing nature to take back control. This is perfect for both people and wildlife, as we hope that this floodplain reserve will help to protect the homes and livelihoods in the area, by soaking up rainwater in times of flooding. This also creates ideal conditions for plants and animals to thrive.
Lucas' Marsh | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
This wonderful, if tiny, wildlife haven is just a few miles from Leicester City Centre – urban nature brought to life. The diversity of habitats, including a scrubby area for nesting birds, in such a small space attracts an array of wildlife – it’s worth popping in a few times throughout the year to see what else has turned up!
Tom Long's Nature Reserve | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Tom Long’s Nature Reserve (formally known as Tom Long’s Meadow) is a narrow corridor of land approximately 600m in length and no wider than 75m. The area is made up of mosaic of wet grassland and wet woodland habitats, perfect for amphibians, wildflowers, woodland birds, butterflies and dragonflies.
Tilton Railway Cutting | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Tilton Railway Cutting is a little slice of ancient history! A real-life Jurassic world (except with no dinosaurs), this reserve is managed as much for its geology as for it’s wildlife, 200 million years of history can be seen in the exposed rock layers.
Lea Meadows | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Lea Meadows is a beautiful, diverse and historical nature reserve, teeming with wildflowers and birds. The meeting of meadows, woodland and a meandering stream make for a peaceful, wild experience – and if you’re lucky, you might even see a kingfisher!
Narborough Bog | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Narborough Bog is a unique reserve for Leicestershire and Rutland; over 6,000 years old, this reserve is a hotbed for wildlife in suburbia, with habitats including fen meadow, wet woodland and reedbed. Over 130 bird species have been recorded here, including kingfishers, tawny owls and all three species of woodpecker!
Rocky Plantation | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Managed on behalf of the National Trust, this tiny mixed woodland is the perfect place to indulge in a spot of tree hugging – what’s the oldest tree you can find? Listen out for drumming woodpeckers and calling nuthatches or pop a sweet blackberry in your mouth in autumn.
Wymeswold Meadows | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
One of the most magical things about visiting Wymeswold Meadows is the sense of seclusion you get when you step through the gates. The river is deeply cut, and, despite being so close to the road, this is the perfect spot for immersing yourself fully in the wild.
Ulverscroft | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Ownership of this reserves is split between the Wildlife Trust and the National Trust, however the Wildlife Trust has managed both areas since 1966. A real gem in the heart of Charnwood Forest, this reserve offers a wide variety of habitats to explore. Whether you’re a birdwatcher, a botanist or just looking for a nature reserve to really explore, Ulverscroft is the perfect place to get away from it all for a few hours.
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Music in Barkby Thorpe
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
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14
Jun
Park Series Leicester UB40 ft. Ali Campbell, General Levy + More
Get ready for an electrifying night of reggae as UB40 ft Ali Campbell takes the stage at Abbey Park this summer on Saturday 14th June
14
Jun
Park Series Leicester: UB40 ft. ALI CAMPBELL + Guests
Get ready for an electrifying night of reggae as UB40 ft Ali Campbell takes the stage at Abbey Park this summer on Saturday 14th June
9
Aug
Leicester Food Festival
Set at the historic Abbey Park on 9th & 10th August 2025 Incredible food and drink, music, entertainment and more...
13
Jun
Craig David Presents TS5 - Abbey Park Leicester
Chart topping singer Craig David will be taking over Abbey Park in Leicester on Friday 13th June 2025 with very special guests still to be announced
31
May
OVER 30's CLUB - Daytime Clubbing - Leicester
Take a trip down memory lane with us with the ultimate over 30s indoor festival this May at Athena.
25
May
LOADED house affairs presents Graeme Park
Graeme Park 2hr set at the FAN CLUB
6
Sep
Synth
80s electronica Pop Band
5
Jul
UB40 tribute band
Signing Off - The uks number one tribute to reggae mega stars UB40
24
May
The Core Reggae Band
The Core Reggae band have come together to bring you the best reggae hits from the greatest artists over decades
25
Oct
Breakin Science x Drumatics Leicester | Halloween D&B All Night
Breakin Science & Drumatics return to Leicester for another massive night of upfront underground Drum & Bass
5
Jul
Formfest 2025
Formation Records Presents:
FormFest 2025
Saturday, 5th July 2025
8 arenas 100 artist
2Funky Music Complex, 23 New Park Street, Leicester
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Sport in Barkby Thorpe
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
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King Power Stadium
The official website of Leicester City.
Kirby Muxloe Golf Club
Golf club and golf course in Leicester, Leicestershire with available memberships and visitor offers on green fees, tee times, open competitions, society days, corporate days, golf lessons and golf equipment.
Shelthorpe Golf Course (Pitch & Putt)
Information about Shelthorpe Golf Course, Loughborough
Melton Mowbray Golf Club
Whetstone Golf Club
Whetstone Golf Club is a picturesque parkland course set in the heart of the midlands, known for its friendliness and hospitality. An 18 hole, par 70 course over 6207 yards, provides an enjoyable challenge to golfers of all abilities. With plenty of mature trees, several water features and testing par 3's it demands accuracy rather than length. Golfers of all abilities enjoy perfecting their game on our driving range, with both training mats and natural grass areas to hit from. Golf lessons are available, and regular junior academies are run throughout the year. A welcoming clubhouse provides a full range of catering services enabling members and visitors to enjoy excellent food and refreshment, from breakfast to evening meal. All areas of the club are open to the public, so whether its a game of golf... bucket of balls... a drink or meal... or a venue for your society or corporate day, we look forward to welcoming you to our club.
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History and Heritage in Barkby Thorpe
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
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Jewry Wall | English Heritage
A length of Roman bath-house wall over 9 metres (30 feet) high, near a museum displaying the archaeology of Leicester and its Region.
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Wildlife in Barkby Thorpe
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
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Altar Stones | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
For stunning views across the Leicestershire countryside, yet nestled in the suburbs, look no further than Altar Stones nature reserve. Perched atop a rocky hilltop, it is said that during World War II, you could see the bombing of Coventry – 30 miles away!
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Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Barkby
Barkby Thorpe
Thurmaston
Syston
Beeby
Queniborough
Nether Hall
Wanlip
Rushey Mead
Birstall
East Goscote
Thurnby
Scraptoft
Bushby
Humberstone
Crown Hills
Keyham
South Croxton
North Evington
Belgrave
Ratcliffe on the Wreake
Cossington
Spinney Hills
Highfields
Thrussington
Evington
Barsby
Hungarton
Rearsby
Soar
Mowmacre Hill
Rothley
Gaddesby
Sileby
Houghton on the Hill
Stoughton
Leicester
Stoneygate
Thurcaston
Beaumont Leys
Ashby Folville
Mountsorrel
Brooksby
Rotherby
Clarendon Park
Seagrave
Cold Newton
North End
Westcotes
Hoby
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