MuseumsAvon

Leicester's Museum of Archaeology is placed in the wonderful setting of the remains of the Roman town's public baths. The Jewry Wall is one of Leicester's most famous landmarks. It is a rare example of Roman walling which has survived for nearly 2000 years. The…
Distance: 14.4 miles away

The Record Office is the centre for research into the history of Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland. Records of all kinds, including manuscripts the archives of a hrefhttp:www.government‐news.co.ukcommunities‐local‐government titleLocal Government Newslocal governmenta, institutions and families, maps and photographs are preserved and made available for research by the public.…
Distance: 10.8 miles away

Newarke Houses museum is composed of two historic houses, Wygston's Chantry House and Skeffington House. Newarke Houses has attractive and serene gardens full of historical curiosities. At the back of the garden is the castle wall beyond which is the old graveyard of St Mary de Castro…
Distance: 14.1 miles away

William Gilbert 1799‐1877 who was one of the boot and shoe makers to Rugby School, had a small shop in the high street but when William died, his nephew James succeeded him. James Gilbert 1831‐1906 was much loved by the past and present Rugbians of his time. The…
Distance: 8.5 miles away