The Guildhall Museum
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Free to enter this much-loved timber-framed landmark started life in 1390 when its Great Hall was built as a meeting place and banquet hall for the Guild of Corpus Christi. Over the next 600 years, it found a niche as the host for performances and celebrations that provide a snapshot of English history. When Elizabeth I’s navy defeated the Spanish Armada in 1588, the Guildhall was the venue for the city’s celebrations. 50 years later, when England was in the grip of Civil War, Royalist troops attacked Leicester and looted the Guildhall. After their defeat at the Battle of Naseby just weeks later, it was fitting that the thanksgiving to mark Cromwell’s victory was held here. Inside its a beautiful structure that has been carefully restored several times. Its vaulted Hall doesn't disappoint and there are plenty of historic details to keep you busy. The prison cell is particularly gruesome.
A & S Deer
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Beautiful old historical interiors preserved for the future, there are also some interesting events happening here. I attended the Lord Grey Regiment of Foote - Drill & Weapon Handling event today, Sunday 28 April from 1PM to 2PM. Interesting bit of history told by one of the guys who were re enacting battle poses. Had a fun time listening to it and handling a cool replica of a real musket. I will be going back to explore more of Guildhall, I only saw it from the outside during the various times I walked past, this place whose oldest part was built in 1390 is totally worth a visit.
Peter Williams
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We were exploring the city for the first time and came across it by accident. It looked interesting from the outside and decided to go inside to investigate. It is free to entre. The building was very well maintained considering the age. Much time and investment was put into to bring it to what it is now. You can wonder around freely or book a guided tour. I would recommend a guided tour if you are interested to know more about the building and its purposes. Otherwise there is not much information available. Worth the visit if you are interested in history, building and the city.
Ronna Fu
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This was a cute and interesting tourist attraction. They also hosted a paranormal equipment taster night. This place is super old and super cool. I’d definitely give it a visit just to check out any events they might be hosting. There’s also a small theater with a stage and it’s rumored to have hosted Shakespeare. Clean bathrooms and very friendly and dedicated staff. Not sure who worked so hard to get us into the paranormal event, but thanks! Not every American can say they got to investigate ghostly activity in the UK 😝
Alexis Cowell (Alexis I Cowell)
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Returned 30/05/2033 Kids crown and flag craft (free) Lots of interactive parts that interested my daughter. She's obsessed with jails, so loved the cells part. She would have liked to be able to go inside a cell and role play. Friendly staff. Let us park our large trailer in the courtyard for safe keeping. Free entry! Some interactive stations for kids. Jail section which my daughter would love so I will have to return. Clean toilets. Cafe and gift shop. Outside area. Would make a lovely spot for a quick picnic.
alice ineveryland
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I recently attended a candlelight concert featuring the film music of Hans Zimmer at the Guildhall Museum, and it was an unforgettable experience. The romantic atmosphere, created by the warm glow of countless candles, made the evening truly magical. The string quartet performed beautifully, bringing Zimmer’s iconic soundtracks to life with incredible depth and emotion. It was a perfect blend of elegance and nostalgia. I highly recommend this concert to anyone who loves film music and intimate live performances!
Alex Kos
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Nearby Attractions Of The Guildhall Museum
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Leicester Museum and Art Gallery
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Basic Info
Address
Guildhall Ln, Leicester LE1 5FQ, United Kingdom
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+44 116 253 2569
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Website
leicester.gov.uk
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cultural
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The Guildhall in Leicester, England, is a timber framed building, with the earliest part dating from c. 1390. The Guildhall once acted as the town hall for the city until the current one was commissioned in 1876. It is located in the old walled city, on a street now known as Guildhall Lane.
attractions: Curve Theatre, Leicester Museum and Art Gallery, Escape Leicester, Boots, Bede Park, Leicester Cathedral, Town Hall Square Fountain, Castle Park, Leicester, The Newarke Houses Museum, restaurants: Turtle Bay Leicester, Haute Dolci, The Corn Exchange, Firebug, Chef and Spice, Kayal, Nando's Leicester - Highcross, tamatanga, Middletons Leicester, Las Iguanas - Leicester
