Events and Exhibitions

The Manor House Museum is famed for its programme of exciting monthly events. These use re-enactment, hands-on activities and demonstrations to interpret Leicestershire’s history and archaeology to visitors of all ages.

The museum also frequently hosts temporary exhibitions. These have ranged the history of medicine to displays of modern sculpture.

Also see: Events Guide | Museum Guide | 'Whats On' Search

Events

All events are subject to change, please look out for adverts to confirm or ring (01530) 831259 for further information.

Christmas Decorations
Saturday 29 November - Friday 19 December, 11.00am - 4.00pm
Visit the Manor House when it looks its best, decorated in traditional greenery.

Christmas Concert with Galliarda
Friday 5 December, 3.00pm matinee and 7.00pm evening
Galliarda return for another stirring Christmas early music concert featuring music from Christmas past. Tickets £12 Adults, £10 Concessions, £8 Students

Christmas at The Manor
Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 December, 11.00am - 4.00pm
Get in the Christmas mood with our traditional entertainment, displays and children's crafts in the beautifully decorated Manor House. Free but small charge for craft activities

A Tudor Christmas with Henry VIII - Classics Tea Room
Saturday 13 December, 7.30pm
Feast in festive splendour with Henry VIII, his gracious Queen and their favourite musicians. £40. Pre-booking essential. 01530 817214

Medieval Christmas Banquet - Classics Tea Room
Saturday 20 December, 7.30pm
Find out what Christmas could be like in the Middle Ages with medieval fare and entertainmnet from our Chamberlain, his musician and jester. £40.
Pre-booking essential.01530 817214

Indoor Crafts and Games
Sunday 25 January, 11.00am - 4.00pm
Learn about traditional crafts and how to play games from the past and from around the world. Free for Families

Exhibitions

Digging the Dead
Friday 13 June - Friday 19 December
An exhibition exploring the theme of burial practice through 5000 years in Leicestershire. 01530 831259

Horsing Around
Saturday 10 January - Monday 30 March
An exhibition celebrating Leicestershire’s close association with the horse, and telling some of the stories of those who have lived and worked with these magnificent creatures.