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The National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the futuristic Rocket Tower, you'll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery. On your visit to the National Space Centre you will find yourself immersed in an awe‐inspiring…
Distance: 14.3 miles away

Our exhibits range from the magnificent Avro Vulcan bomber through more than 30 other historic aircraft, both civil like the Argosy above and military, aero engines and other artefacts, to a wide range of memorabilia. We're particularly proud of our collection of material relating to Sir Frank Whittle,…
Distance: 13.2 miles away

Abbey Pumping Station is Leicester's Museum of Science and Technology, displaying Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage. Situated adjacent to the National Space Centre, the two attractions tell the story of over 200 years of science and technology from the early days of steam and industry, to…
Distance: 14.4 miles away

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: 13 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: 10.2 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: 12.7 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: 6 miles away