Soprts in Leicester

Leicester is home to two major sporting clubs - Leicester City Football Club and Leicester Tigers Rugby Club. The college boasts a longstanding relationship with both and offer students discounted tickets to some matches and games.

Leicester Tigers on Welford Road are one of the most successful rugby union teams in Europe, having won the European cup twice, the first tier of English rugby eight times, and the Anglo-Welsh cup six times. Notable former players include Englands Rugby world cup winning captain Martin Johnson, Neil Back, Dean Richards and Austin Healey.


Leicester Tiger website: http://www.leicestertigers.com/home.php

Leicester City have also enjoyed a fair degree of success. They have championed the second tier of the English league system on no less than six occasions, competed in the top flight regularly during their history, won three Football League Cups and reached the FA Cup Final four times despite never winning the trophy. In the 2008–09 season they competed in and won League One (third tier), to which they were relegated for the first time.


Leicester City Club website: http://www.lcfc.com/page/Welcome

Cinemas in Leicester

Odeon Cinemas, the ultimate entertainment experience. With a foothold in maritime art deco architecture Odeon Cinemas has become a leader in the entertainment experience. With over 100 reconditioned and newly built theater’s Odeon Cinemas is the largest cinema company in the UK. If you are interested in a truly entertaining experience then visit Odeon Cinemas for an entertainment experience that is not only steeped in tradition, but one that seeks new and exciting ways to attract you to the theater. Odeon Cinemas provides an entertaining experience that can and will be shared, in time, with generations to come. Discounts are available through Odeon Cinemas discount codes. 

Location: 90 Aylestone Rd, Leicester

TEL: 0871 224 4007

ODEON website: http://www.odeon.co.uk/fanatic/home/ 

Showcase Cinemas and Showcase Cinema de Lux are committed to providing you with the ultimate film-going experience.

Showcase and Showcase Cinema de Lux are owned and operated by National Amusements, Inc., a world leader in the motion picture exhibition industry operating more than 1,500 screens in the U.S., U.K. and Latin America. National Amusements delivers a superior entertainment experience in cinemas around the world under its Showcase, Multiplex and Showcase Cinema de Lux brands.

Location: 7 Highcross Lane, Leicester
 

TEL: 0871 220 1000 

Showcase website: http://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/

Phoenix Square Set in the heart of Leicester's Cultural Quarter, showcases the very best in cinema and digital entertainment in the East Midlands. And it is delivers a dynamic mix of world-class entertainment and events, spanning the breadth of independent cinema, new media, creative technologies and electronic arts. Phoenix Square is not just a film and media venue, we are a lively social hub and a relaxed working environment, that lives and breathes with its customers.

Location: 21 Upper Brown St, Leicester LE1 5TE

Phoenix website: http://www.phoenix.org.uk/

O2 Academy Leicester

Academy Music Group (AMG), concluded negotiations with the University of Leicester’s Students’ Union to launch O2 Academy Leicester on campus in September 2010.

The Students’ Union, housed in the Percy Gee building, is the heart of the University of Leicester and currently undergoing a ￡15m development. The introduction of the 1,450 capacity live music and club venue is an integral feature of this programme, with first-class facilities to cater for the biggest live acts on the touring circuit.

 

With a vibrant local scene, there will be two additional production-complete venues on site, O2 Academy2 Leicester (500 capacity) and O2 Academy3 Leicester for 250 patrons, all of which will operate independently, as well as simultaneously.

The investment forms part of the university’s ￡1 billion development framework plan and Leicester has nearly 23,000 students, ranking among the top in the country for student satisfaction and Students’ Union services.

Liquid & Envy

Liquid & Envy is a multi-award winning nightclub in Leicester. This is truly an amazing clubbing experience where you can choose from many bars. One of the most popular clubs in Leicester, this venue recently had a complete makeover. A popular destination for Leicester students, Liquid offers top DJs and two distict rooms, playing a range of musical styles.

Liquid & Envy opened its doors in 2006. Since its launch it has cemented its status as being one of the best clubs in Leicester. Before opening it was the much loved Creation and since then it hasn't disappointed. So far Liquid & Envy has hosted some of the biggest acts in the music industry from Tinie Tempah to Westwood. Celebrities aren't shy either with pop stars and footballers spotted in the club.

Liquid has three floors, and each serving you with a different genre of music. The top floor usually deals out the rock and indie tunes to keep the rockstar in you happy and sated. The middle floor serves to abate the cheesy lover of guilty pleasure music, usually by playing some of the cult hits from the 80s and early nineties, and it the hot and smouldering ground floor of the nightclub limo hire you and Leicester’s finest can get your grove on to the latest sensual R&B tracks whose soulful sound wistfully pervades the air.

Location:97, Churchgate, Leicester LE1 3AN

Tele:0116 2629720

Opening time:

Monday            22:00 - 3:00

Tuesday            Closed

Wednesday      22:00 - 3:00

Thursday          22:00 - 4:00

Friday               22:00 - 3:00

Saturday           22:00 - 6:00

Sunday             Closed

Cost: ￡0-10

Website: http://www.liquidclubs.com/leicester

Other night clubs, bars or pubs

Whether you’re into modern upmarket continental style bars or ‘proper’ pubs in Leicester, there’s something for you. There’s a wide range of pubs and bars spread city wide, many of which now stay open late into the night.

Bar Gaudi / Mosquito Coast
37 St Nicholas Place
Tel: 0116 299 0255
One thing you’ll notice about Bar Gaudi is the beautiful architecture that shares its name with Spanish architect, Gaudi.

Student night is on Wednesdays – so bring your NUS card and make the most of it in church-like Bar Gaudi.

Café Bruxelles
90-92 High Street
Tel: 0116 Café Bruxelles 
Café Bruxelles has a real European flavour.

 A huge range of continental beers and classic European styling makes this a fantastic hang out for the pretentious. 
There is a wide selection of baguettes and ciabattas, wraps, open sandwiches, soups and salads to choose from as well as delicious Belgian waffles and crepes. Not to be missed. 

ourt House
23 Wellington Street
Tel: 0116 255 2150
There’s a lurid paint job inside Court House and pop art prints of Coronation Street characters. Cheap drinks, massive portions and starchy food make it a great location for students, even if it does take itself too seriously. The filled ‘yorkies’ (puddings, not chocolate bars) are recommended.

Dry Dock
Putney Road
Tel: 0116 275 8711
Built into the side of a boat on top of a hill, the Dry Dock is an addition to the popular "it’s a scream" chain of student pubs. It houses games machines, pool tables, yellow card student discount (you simply need to show your NUS card and pay £1 and you’ll get discounts all year long at any scream pub). Even when the novelty factor has worn off, you’ll keep coming back because of the great prices and the jukebox. 

Fat Cat Café Bar
41 Belvour Street
Tel: 0116 255 3610
There are leather seats, an exotic menu and lovely comfortable surroundings, plus an outdoor seating area - so you could be forgiven for thinking you were a fat cat yourself dining out on an all-expenses lunch break. But, the food is not too pricey, so students can afford to lounge about here too.

The High Cross
103-105 High Street
Tel: 0116 251 1218
Part of the JD Weatherspoons pubs, you’ll notice it’s the same as all the others - bright open spaces, no music, older clientele and best of all, cheap beer.

And don’t forget the gammon steak, mixed grill, rump steak and surf’n’turf burgers or breakfast baps on offer. All in all, the lack of music and dim lights does make it feel like closing time, making your drink your pint quickly and head for the next pub. 

Hogan’s Bar
58-60 Narborough Road
Tel: 0116 285 6565
95 Queens Road
Tel: 0116 270 8283
There are two Hogan’s Bars in Leicester - one near De Montfort University and the other near the University of Leicester. 
It’s a surprise how many non-students these places attract - helped perhaps by the regular live music. With good food, good beer and a comfortable atmosphere, it’s a great place to visit.

The Litten Tree
87 High Street
Tel: 0116 253 9355

 This is becoming a popular chain of pubs across Leicester. Offering an extensive menu all day and a ‘waitress served area’, it ensures you feel truly looked after.  

There’s also a late licence and a DJ, so you can stay all day and night. 

Lamplighter
Pocklingtons Walk, Milestone Lane
Tel: 0116 255 1228
Lamplighters is all about rock, so stay away if you’re not a hardcore fan. If you appreciate a great rockin’ night out, you’ll be heading to the right place with Lamplighter.

Lloyds No 1
Corn Exchange
Market Place
Tel: 0116 253 8533
Lloyds is handy for all, situated right in the heart of town. An impressive entrance - underneath the junction of two stone staircases - doesn’t give way once you enter.
There are comfortable armchairs and coffee, the usual bar fare and cheap food. It’s definitely worth a look-in.

Marz Bar
34 Belvoir Street
Tel: 0116 275 6800
No it’s not a chocolate bar. It’s a bright bar set on bustling Belvoir Street. It’s popular with those on a full-on night out and features drinks promotions and DJs. It’s a mix between a pub and a club that goes down well with its patrons.

NASCA
82 Narborough Road
Tel: 0116 254 9455
Don’t expect a seat at NASCA. It’s extremely popular among students seeking a decent drinking establishment with all the right looks. Its polished timber floorboards, modern prints on the walls and lighting make it a favourite haunt of style conscious students.

O’Neill’s
18-20 Loseby Lane
Tel: 0116 242 9911
A ‘genuine Irish’ pub in the middle of Leicester. No, don’t turn around! This is actually a pretty good pub.
Excellent Guinness and a great atmosphere, makes O’Neills a necessary port of call on nights out. O’Neills has taken over the vacant premises next door, so there’s plenty to eat as well. 

Orange Tree
99 High Street
Tel: 0116 233 5256
A unique, independent and unpretentious pub that features exotic food and numerous cocktails simply means that all you have to do is decide what you’re going to eat and drink. Look out for its sister bar, O Tree on Braunstone Gate. 

The Quay
Western Boulevard
Tel: 0116 204 4960
If you’re a De Montfort University student, you’ve simply got to come here. Situated close to the university campus, the Quay is a magnet for passing students.
All main meals are served with a choice of house fries, flavoured mash or minted new potatoes and range in price from £5.75 to £6.95.

To top it all off, there’s also the opportunity to people-watch, including the teenage skaters who regularly maim themselves on the square just outside. 

Revolution
6b New Walk
Tel: 0116 255 9633
There’s so much vodka in Revolution that even the Russians would struggle here! This bar is part of the chain of Russian themed vodka bars that are becoming popular across Leicester. 
The food is surprisingly cheap too, which makes Revolution a great place day or night.

Russell’s 
Eastern Boulevard
Tel: 0116 233 3504 

Russells is another surprisingly cheap bar. It is extremely close to the city and is always busy, owing to the student housing above it that provides a ready source of customers.

The place is noticeably quieter towards closing time though, as most patrons have already moved into town. A great location for watching the football.

The Soar Point
20 The Newarke
Tel: 0116 204 4911
This Soar Point would have to be De Montfort University’s ‘local’, given its proximity to the city campus. As it’s a scream pub, it offers yellow student card discounts as well as seating that overlooks the canal and great food. Just don’t end up in the water. 

The Square
Hotel Square
Tel: 0116 251 6219
The Square is popular with students and Leicester locals alike. And, it can get really busy and loud. There’s a fantastic atmosphere helped along created by the superb cocktail menu and cost-effective prices. The Square is the right place to visit before heading on to a club. There are theme nights galore, rooms for private parties and food. It’s a great location for birthday parties or celebrations.

Clubs

Club City
Lee Circle
Tel: 0116 253 8837
Club City is described as Leicester’s friendliest underground nightclub. It is the place to be if you’re in no need of sleep and enjoy bangin’ tunes. Open from 10pm until 6am on Fridays and Saturdays, it’s a great location to dance to hard house. Take your NUS card to get a discount on entry.

Industria
57 Welford Place
Tel: 0116 233 4788
Industria was converted from the old Flaming Colossus into a club where superstar DJs belt out the right music for the seasoned clubber.

LIFE
Humberstone Gate
Tel: 0116 2511 331
Life is another converted nightspot. Previously the Palais, Life provides the most comprehensive mix of music. It’s usually packed out by those seeking cheap drinks and those not put off by the bouncers (no trainers).
Life is a welcome after hours haunt for students. Look out for students night - Tuesday.

M Coast
37 St. Nicholas Place
Tel: 0116 299 0255
Another city centre club offering a mix of punters and drinks promotions. Students’ night is Wednesday night, making it a favourite among Leicester students. Its popular ‘Goodbye Cruel World’ events on Saturday nights make it a regular haunt.

Zanzibar
Gravel Street
Tel: 0116 251 1442
Zanzibar is a back-to-basics club. It’s a cheesy and beered-up night club and is popular with students and locals alike. 
It’s the place for those who like their nights out to be simple and a lot of fun - a few drinks, attempts at pulling and a kebab on the way home. Each room has its own tune, which makes for a great night out.