Things to do in and around Leicester

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Hi - we are going to Leicester for a few days in a couple of weeks. Has anyone any suggestions about what places to visit (with 6 and 4 year old), good places to eat etc. Thanks

Don't know if this is a bit late, but places my Dcs enjoy are:

Twinlakes in Melton- really good day out with rides, animals, hellish softplay and activities. Crafty room as well. Not too pricey either. Cheaper if you book in advance.
twinlakes

Bradgate park, free except for parking. Good for a runaround, long walks and picnic. Deers there quite tame so you get quite close to them. Nice tearoom too!
bradgate

Stonehurst farm in Mountsorrel, farm park with a transport museum. They have pony rides and tractor rides.Nice tearoom here as well
stonehurst

Abbey pumping station, only DS (5) likes this, for the flushing poo!
pumping station

NewWalk museum is brilliant too.
museum

Ooh Abbey park is good too. Very near Pumping station.