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Discover Leicester Guildhall, the city’s oldest surviving public building and one of the UK’s best-preserved timber-framed halls, dating back over 600-years. During Heritage Open Days, enjoy free guided tours exploring its rich history-from Shakespearean links and Medieval Leicester to its 1920s museum transformation, and the mystery of King Lear’s legendary burial. On Friday 19th, join a special tour on the infamous and notorious figures who visited the Guildhall, plus a 1pm presentation on the stained-glass windows in the Mayor’s Parlour. Uncover the stories behind this remarkable building.Sat 13th – Shakespeare & the theatre 11:30am & 1pm only
Sun 14th – History of the Guildhall 11:30am & 1pm only
Tue 16th – Medieval Leicester 11:30am/1pm/2:30pm
Wed 17th – 1920s refurbishment 11:30/1pm/2:30pm
Fri 19th – Who visited the Guildhall? 11:30am only [1pm stained-glass in MP].
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Leicester Guildhall, Leicester, United Kingdom
