Things to do in Illston on the Hill, Leicestershire
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Illston on the Hill, Leicestershire.
The Great Outdoors in Illston on the Hill
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Illston on the Hill.
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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!

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.

Launde Woods | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Made up of two of the most ancient woodlands in Leicestershire, stepping into Launde Woods is like stepping back in time. Oak, ash, hazel and field maple dominate Big Wood to the west, whilst Park Wood to the east was once a Forestry Commission plantation. The atmosphere is awe-inspiring, with a feeling of peace and grandeur.

Great Merrible Wood | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
Bluebells, badgers and woodland birds: what more could you want from this beautiful woodland? Adjacent to Eye Brook Reservoir, the reserve is bursting with wildflowers, mammals and birds, and is the perfect place to enjoy a wander. Test your birdsong skills in the spring or challenge your fungi ID knowledge in the autumn.

Prior's Coppice | Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
A woodland reserve teeming with wildlife and ancient atmosphere, Prior’s Coppice is a relic of the wildwood that once covered all of Leicestershire and Rutland. When you step beneath the trees, you can feel how old this remnant of woodland is. Some of the trees are several hundred years old and centuries of management have led to an ideal habitat for birds, beasts and butterflies (and botanists!).

Stoke Wood End Quarter | Wildlife Trust for Beds, Cambs & Northants
Quiet wildlife haven, part of a larger woodland noted for its plant life

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!

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.
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Music in Illston on the Hill
Music within 10 miles of Illston on the Hill.
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The Core Reggae Band
The Core Reggae band have come together to bring you the best reggae hits from the greatest artists over decades

Synth
80s electronica Pop Band

UB40 tribute band
Signing Off - The uks number one tribute to reggae mega stars UB40

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

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.

LOADED house affairs presents Graeme Park
Graeme Park 2hr set at the FAN CLUB

Festival In The Den
Live Bands and International Leading Tribute Acts in a one day spectacular music festival of the highest quality in South Leicestershire.

Formfest 2025
Formation Records Presents:
FormFest 2025
Saturday, 5th July 2025
8 arenas 100 artist
2Funky Music Complex, 23 New Park Street, Leicester

Reggae Winehouse
An 8 piece band recreating the sounds of the legendary Amy Winehouse with reggae flavours and vocals.

Flashback to the 80s
Expect To Hear Everything From Duran Duran To Robert Palmer To Madness

UB40 Tribute
Johnny2Bad aka (J2B) are an 8 piece band from Birmingham, UK, who performs the music of UK Reggae legends UB40 (endorsed by Ali Campbell himself)
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The Arts in Illston on the Hill
The arts within 10 miles of Illston on the Hill.
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Retro Computer Museum
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Sport in Illston on the Hill
Sport within 10 miles of Illston on the Hill.
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King Power Stadium
The official website of Leicester City.

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 Illston on the Hill
History and heritage within 10 miles of Illston on the Hill.
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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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