Earl Shilton Travel Guide
Leicester
Visit Earl Shilton
Popular places to visit
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
Curve Theatre
At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
Leicester Town Hall
Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.
New Walk Museum
Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.
University of Leicester
Explore the campus of University of Leicester during your travels in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Earl Shilton
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Room was clean, but tired, and it was a superior, one, so I am not sure what the standard would be like! Also it was cold, and adjusting the heating control didn't seem to make any difference to the temperature . Staff friendly and helpful. The swimming pool, is small and cold, and the female changing ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Having previously played golf here and it is a lovely course I was staying because of a 2 day business trip running workshops nearby Check in was fine, staff were friendly. First disappointment no water in a room costing over £200. I think that is poor. Main issue was with the restaurant. I had booked ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Really bad breakfast poached eggs were over done, there was a bad selection at the buffet
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Very nice rooms! Staff available at all hours and very helpful
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hilton Birmingham Metropole
Booked a couple of weeks out. Had to cancel due to a family bereavement and was able to tell them that a week in advance. They don’t care and just stuck to their no cancellation policy for this type of booking. Won’t book or use a Hilton again!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Moxy Birmingham NEC
Great staff in reception, bar and housekeeping Room comfortable and quiet. Slept soundly at night.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Earl Shilton
Narborough
Some popular features of Narborough include its bars and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Cosby Golf Club or Grace Road are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Braunstone Leisure Centre and Belvoir Castle.
Westcotes
While there might not be top attractions in Westcotes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like King Power Stadium and Welford Road Stadium.
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower while you're in town.
Clarendon Park
Though Clarendon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
