Hi guys I’m not from Leicester i have only just moved here but I have been kicked out by my girlfriend and I don’t have anywhere to stay and I haven’t any money to even try and get a safe place to sleep tonight. None of my family speak to me so I can’t ask them for money. I’m really struggling for what to do this will be my second night on the street does anyone know of any homeless shelters or anything where I can go maybe a food bank that give meals out absolutely anything

Hi all

I'm a guy from Denmark, that are in Leicester for some business. Can you recommend Anything to do tonight? Any events, pub to eat and meet some people etc.

Perhaps some sightseeing stuff for tomorrow Sunday?

I appreciate your replies. 😁

Hi everyone!

I’m currently training for the London Marathon next April and was wondering if anyone had recommendations for good running routes around Leicester, particularly as I start increasing my distances.

I absolutely love running in other cities, but for some reason I’ve struggled to find routes I enjoy as much in Leicester. I think it’s partly because I prefer longer, continuous stretches where I can just switch off and run without constantly stopping at crossings or figuring out where to go.

I live near Evington and don’t mind travelling a little to get to a nice route, but ideally nothing too far out. I’d also prefer somewhere that isn’t too isolated, especially as I tend to run alone (Great Central Way gets really quiet).

I’m still relatively new to running, so I’m not necessarily looking for anything particularly challenging, just somewhere pleasant, reasonably safe and suitable for building up to longer distances.

Would really appreciate any suggestions, especially from people who’ve trained for half or full marathons around Leicester! :)

Edit: Also, a little shameless plug, but if anyone would like to support my fundraising for RNIB, please do let me know! I’d be incredibly grateful 🤭

What's with the 3-4 young adults who seem to be filming cars going in and out of the Enderby Police Headquarters?

I drove past a few weeks ago and saw them at it, then I saw them hanging around there again today.

Welcome to Bastard Rant Saturday II

Bastard Rant Saturday is back due to popular demand (two people asked). This is a place for random acts of mostly harmless anger and frustration. Vent your spleen, get if off your chest, unload.

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What to post :-

• Anything that releases pent-up fury, despair, and irritation

But don't :-

• Lose your temper too much, you still have to play reasonably nicely so please don't push the boat out too far
• Overthink it
• Forget to be human

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It looks like we won't be getting an ice rink this year after the longstanding operator pulled out following a row with the council over a debt https://stuckinthemiddle.co.uk/leicester-christmas-ice-rink-axed-row-over-debt/

A very interesting video about Black American GI’s in Leicestershire, and the attempts of white American soldiers and commanders to segregate Leicester when they came in WW2. I’m honestly a bit surprised that I hadn’t heard about this sooner.

Here is the article where I found the video.

Hey folks, just wanted to post a little deal that my fave little café is hosting today (I know, I'm late) and tomorrow! 23rd and 24th Oct!

Loaded footlong hotdog, treacle tart and a hot drink for £10!

Appreciate you all, thanks for reading & supporting local independent places ❤️

5 Fox Ln, Leicester LE1 1WT!

Me and my friend really want to attend atleast one Diwali party, any leads would be appreciated.
We missed all of the dandiya nights since i realised late and everything was sold out 🥲

Hi there people! I recently visited Leicester, and I was looking for somewhere to park. I went into East Street Car Park next to the railway station to leave my car for a while, but there were no payment machines OR barriers when I drove in. I saw the NCP signange on the gantry as I went in so I tried to find it on their app but I had no luck (turns out they went bust and I didn't realise) so after 12 minutes I drove out. I don't remember any explicit signange to say I could pay online and I wasn't exactly there for long. This happened on 10/10/2026, and I've since received a PCN. Can anyone help with their experiences with Euro Car Parks, or even some up to date pictures of the signage there so I can fight this? I've never had one before and I am quite stressed about it.

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I do have a picture of the broken/missing payment machine, but nothing else.

Looking to buy a colleague of mine who is a woman and has recently moved out and got her own place, was thinking of what I could get her as a house warming gift, anyone bought any candles before, or anything of the sort and have personal recommendations?

About: If you’re a fan of chess and are looking to get out the house, we invite you to join us for an informal evening of chess on a Wednesday.

Venue: The Exchange Bar, 50 Rutland Street, Leicester, LE1 1RD (Downstairs)

When?: Wednesdays from 5pm onwards. Sessions usually finish anytime after 9pm. We encourage you to arrive by 8pm at the latest.

What you can expect?:
We value the social aspect over the chess, so don’t expect anything too competitive. We like to keep our games chill and approachable to all skill levels.

More competitive formats can be introduced in the future if there’s interest and we are welcome to your siggestions and feedback if you do decide to give it a go. 🙂

Age: 18+

Wheelchair Friendly: No - Restrooms are positioned downstairs without lift access and access to the bar itself is restricted to the fire exit.

Additional Information:
Supporting the venue and buying drinks at the bar is encouraged, as they permit us to use their space but please bear in mind that the venue does not sell food, so eating before arrival is encouraged. You’re more than welcome to bring your own food and drink too.

You’re more than welcome to bring your own board, but boards are supplied by the venue.

If you do come along, you can ask Curtis, the organiser of the event, to be added to our WhatsApp group to keep updated on future events or cancellations.

Numbers have been low recently, so we look forward to having you!

Any questions, please leave them in the comments and I’ll try my best to get back to you swiftly!

Have you visited The Outwoods? We’d love to hear about your experience!

Hi everyone! I’m an Industrial Design student at Loughborough University, and I’m conducting a survey about visitors’ experiences at The Outwoods in Leicestershire as part of a university project.

I’d really appreciate it if anyone who has visited The Outwoods could take a few minutes to complete my questionnaire. Your responses will help us better understand visitors’ experiences and how the site could be improved.

🔗 Survey link: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/lboro/visiter-experience-at-the-outwoods 

Thank you so much for your time and support!

This meetup is open to everyone and is perfect for beginners! ❤️
Zombies is a large-scale infectious outdoor tag game! 🏃 Evade zombies, pick up health packs, become the final survivor! If you're caught, you turn into a zombie and join the hunt! 🧟

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👀 PLAYER TUTORIAL VIDEO
Watch to learn how to play! Zombies Tutorial on YouTube

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LOCATION/HOW TO FIND US?
Meet by the Clock Tower in Leicester City Centre. The organiser will be wearing a red sports bib.
Map: The Clock Tower - Google Maps

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If you like hilarious situations, outdoor fitness, social times, group activities, games, adventures, sports or new ways to exercise, you will love Zombies!
Bonding over nearly dying is also a fantastic way to make friends for life! ❤️
Our Gameplay Meetups are 100% FREE and open to everyone (kids are allowed if accompanied by an adult). We are LGBTQ+ friendly and encourage everyone to be who you are - we love you for you.

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📱 Get the PlayCulture App
You'll be using the 100% free PlayCulture app to play at our meetups.
Get it here: http://www.playculture.com/app
(And if you're feeling creative, start designing your avatar!)

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🚀 WHAT HAPPENS AT OUR MEETUPS?
Your friendly game leader will explain the rules and then we'll play three rounds (two rounds lasting 20 mins each and the last round about 40 mins) with some social time in-between to laugh about who got infected and how!
At the end of the meetup we usually hang out until the owls are hooting.

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⚡ HOW DOES THE GAME WORK?
This game uses the free PlayCulture App (http://playculture.com/app).
Players divide into Survivors and Zombies.
Survivors try to evade the Zombies (using the danger radar to see where they are), and can pick up health packs to stay alive for longer.
If a Zombie gets too close they can infect you!
If you get infected you become a Zombie and join the hunt.
At the end you will see a leaderboard showing everyone’s score.

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🎈 CAN I BRING MY FRIEND?
Absolutely!
If you want you can stick together and play as a ninja team!

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🥾 WHAT TO BRING?
Smartphone with mobile data, fully charged battery and PlayCulture App installed (http://playculture.com/app)
Comfy shoes
Bottle of water

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🛍️ WHAT NOT TO BRING?
Please try not to bring a bag/backpack as we don't have anywhere to store bags.

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📜 RULES
Zombies takes place in public spaces, so please remember these rules:
Non-players (members of the public) always have priority
Stay outdoors: don't go into shops or private spaces
Safety first: don't do anything to endanger yourself or anyone else
Don't run around blind corners or across roads, no risk-taking
Be kind when you catch, we're all on the same team!

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❤️ MORE INFORMATION *❤️
We're very happy to answer any questions you may have, just message us on Meetup, or visit:
*http://playculture.com

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📢 REMEMBER
You are responsible for yourself and for your own safety.
By attending, you agree to our terms (available here: http://playculture.com/disclaimer).
Please note that before the games start, a short participant agreement form will need to be completed on the night.

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🔒 Privacy Notice
Who we are
PlayCulture Leicester is responsible for handling the personal information collected for these community game sessions.
If you have any questions about your personal information, you can contact us directly via the "Message" button on our PlayCulture Leicester Meetup profile.
What information we collect and why
We collect your full name and emergency contact's name and telephone number to manage participation and contact your nominated emergency contact if needed, particularly in an emergency.
How we use and share your information
Your information will be stored securely and accessed only when necessary by the organiser.
It may be shared with emergency services or other appropriate people where reasonably necessary in an emergency, or where required by law.
Our lawful basis
We use this information on the basis of our legitimate interests in organising community activities responsibly and being able to respond to emergencies.
How long we keep your information
We keep participant forms while you remain an active participant, review them when you stop attending, and securely destroy them when they are no longer necessary.
Your rights
Depending on the circumstances, you can ask to:
Access your personal information
Correct your personal information
Delete your personal information
Restrict how your information is used
Object to certain uses of your information
You can raise concerns with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at:
http://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint

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Take care out there in the big wide world, and let us know if anything is on your mind ❤️

Hi there,

I’m looking for flatmates and a place to stay with for the next academic year.

DM me if anyone has a vacant spot so we can discuss the details.

Hi everyone,

I am just wondering whether there were any Christians or mature believers in Leicester I could get in contact with?

That’s literally it, thanks.

Has anyone else been getting these emails? if so do I need to provide all information it’s asking me for… I’ve been hearing mixed thing that’s you could be fined if not so just looking for clarification.

Hello everyone!

I’m a 27-year-old guy from Turkey. I finished my master’s at the University of Leicester last year, and I’m looking to meet new people and make some good friends. Age doesn’t matter to me. I enjoy chatting with people from all walks of life and generations.

I’m open-minded and love a good chat about pretty much anything.

Here are some of my hobbies;

Walking outdoors, watching movies (a lot!), video games, exploring new places, watching football, geography, hanging out at pubs, cafés or anywhere else. I don't like partying or going night clubs. I'm a chill person.

I’d love to meet people both online and in person. If any of this sounds like you, feel free to send me a DM and we can see if we get along 😄

What's it like working for Leicester city council?

I’m looking to rent a flat but I’m not exactly sure what are the safest and most family friendly areas in Leicester that also have a bus stop close by and preferably some kind of shop as well.
I know that in general Leicester has become very unsafe from what I’ve heard. So I’d like your opinion on the safest areas as I’ll be living with my child so I want to make sure that I choose well. Safety precautions will be taken anyway regardless of where I’ll choose