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Why does Leicester have a Statue of Liberty?
Leicester’s copy of the Statue of Liberty was made by local sculptor Joseph Morcom.
The ancient oak that gave ‘Gartree’ its name
The Gartree was an ancient oak where jurors handed out justice and istered taxes.
‘A medieval mayor and a Leicester murder scandal’
Brothers Walter and John Bushby sought sanctuary in two of Leicester’s medieval churches.
A unique collection of a British comedy genius
Leicester is the home to a unique collection from Sir Norman Wisdom’s 60-year career.
The secret tunnel under Leicester Royal Infirmary
Leicester Royal Infirmary was founded as the Leicester Infirmary with 40 beds in 1771.
Leicester's connection to a modern nursing pioneer
Nightingale wards were named after Florence Nightingale, a pioneer of modern nursing.
What's it like inside Old John?
Old John began life as a ruined folly during the time of the 5th Earl of Stamford.
The 1645 Siege of Leicester
The 1645 Siege of Leicester was a grim chapter in the history of the city.
The ‘lost’ pleasure gardens of Stonton Wyville
Stonton Wyville has the remnants of a banqueting house with its own pleasure gardens.
