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About Leicester

Vibrant city life meets English tradition in the city of Leicester. Conveniently located in the heart of England, Leicester is easy to get access to from all corners of the country, making it an ideal place for a wedding.

Boasting three universities and several colleges, Leicester (pronounced Les-ter) is often referred to as a student town, so it has the atmosphere, entertainment and nightlife of such. This cosmopolitan city offers visitors fabulous shopping and brilliant restaurants mixed with culture and history, so you will never be at a loss for something to do.

Leicester has come to fame in recent years for having the skeleton of King Richard III found under a city car park, which was the former site of the Grey Friars Priory. The king, who was killed in the battle of Bosworth in 1445, was discovered in 2012, and this discovery has drawn tourist buffs from all around the world! They come to see the site he was found (now housed in the King Richard III Visitors Centre) as well as his new resting place at Leicester Cathedral.

Wedding Options in Leicester

When planning a location wedding in Leicester, you will be able to choose from many wedding vendors, not only from the city but also those who offer service from the wider Leicestershire. By choosing to use local vendors, not only are you supporting small businesses instead of larger companies, but you know that the people you hire take extra pride when putting their business on display in the community and will go the extra mile for your special day.

• Flowers
  Local florists of Leicester ensure your flowers are as locally and ethically sourced as much as possible. Qualified and keeping up with modern trends, you will be able to find the right florist to suit your style of wedding.
  
  
• Cars
  Your wedding location and reception venue, as well as photoshoot locations, are bound to be in different places around Leicester. Arrive in style with a selection of vintage, classic and unique vehicles from a variety of vendors, located in the Leicester region.
  
  
• Music
  If you are wanting to manage your own music, the vendors in Leicester have your equipment hire covered. There is also a lot of musical talent in the region, from reggae and blues to cover bands performing your favourite party tunes. Dancing the night away will be guaranteed!

Wedding Companies in Leicester

Hiring a wedding planner is a great idea to reduce the stress around planning your wedding, especially if you are planning a wedding in a different location from where you live or work.

• Wedding Cakes
  The Professional Team at Sugar and Ice not only offer multi-layered wedding cakes but can also cater to your biscuit and chocolate needs as gifts for your guests. If a traditional wedding cake is not your style, consider wedding cupcakes. All can be designed and decorated around your wedding colour scheme!
  Bespoke and delicious is how the creators at The Cake Rooms describe their magnificent wedding cakes. Based in Leicester, all cakes are made to order, exactly the way you dream them to be.
  
  
• Kate Smith Wedding & Events
  Attention to detail and a calming personality are what Kate will bring to your wedding planning. See your ideas come to life with her expertise and organisation. Kate can assist you with planning the whole day or assist with partial planning or services, as well as assisting with hens and stags events.
  
  
• Love Lydia Weddings & Events
  Founder and creative director, Lydia and her team can work with you through each process to plan your perfect day. Specially trained in cultural ceremonies and understanding that each couple is different, the team will take the time to get to know you as you plan together.

Pros and Cons of Weddings in Leicester

When planning a wedding, you always need to weigh up the pros and cons of the location.

Pros

• The location
  Leicester is the perfect place to host a destination wedding, especially if you have people from far and wide. The East Midlands airport is approximately an hour away from the city centre, and Heathrow is just over 2 hours away. Motorways are easily accessible as well as the train line that is available from other major cities.
  
  
• Accommodation choices
  Leicester has a great variety of accommodation choices suitable for all budgets and group sizes. Whether you invite couples or families, it won’t be difficult for guests to find the perfect place to stay.
  
  
• Your guests can make a real holiday out of it
  With so much to see and do, your guests will be able to make a holiday around attending your wedding.
  
  
• Picturesque Surroundings
  You won’t be stuck for stunning wedding photos with the amount of picturesque scenery on offer in Leicester. From historical buildings to stunning countryside, you will have so many options to choose from.

Enough Variety to Plan the Wedding of Your Dreams

In addition to the vendors mentioned already, when planning a wedding you are spoilt for choice in Leicester and can find many services that will make sure you have the wedding of your dreams.

Cons

• The Weather
  Plan a wedding in Winter; it can be bitterly cold. Plan a wedding in Summer; it can be quite humid. And to be honest, no matter what month you plan for, you may encounter rain. Making sure you have a backup plan will be the only way you can manage the weather.
  
  
• The Sun Doesn’t Shine for Long Each Day
  The sun doesn't shine too often -- or for very long when it does come out, so make sure you don’t rely on a sunny day to get married.
  
  
• Football is a Bid Deal Here
  This city really loves its football, so it isn’t recommended to plan a wedding during a football match, especially if fans are to be guests!
  
  
• Your Location Choice May Raise Some Eyebrows
  Leicester hasn’t had the best reputation in regards to living costs or raising a family in the city. Those who follow those types of trends may question your reasoning for having your wedding there.
  
  
• People will Talk About a Dead King a Lot
  Since 2012, there has been a lot of fuss regarding the finding of King Richard III. Guests who are from out of town might chat about this a lot.

Famous Wedding Locations in Leicester

Leicester might not get a lot of credit when it comes to locations that have featured in movies and tv shows, but the wider area of Leicestershire can be seen on the screen.

• Belvoir castle
  Approximately a 45-minute drive away is the stunning Belvoir Castle. Featured in the Hollywood film “The Da Vinci Code” as well as many other movies, this castle is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the region. Originally built in 1066, it is a wonderful backdrop for wedding photos and has wonderful wedding venues close by.
  
  
• Great Central Railway
  There is nothing like a train and station to bring out the vintage romance of a wedding. It is a perfect location for your wedding photoshoot, and a great talking point for your guests when they recognise the double steam train crossing and iconic station building.
  
  
• Bradgate Park
  Featured in the 90s romantic/action/comedy Hollywood Blockbuster, Robin Hood Prince of Thieves, Bradgate Park makes a perfect silhouette at sunset for stunning wedding photos.