Abbey Park

Abbey Park is Leicester's most beautiful park and it lies just north of the city centre. It is divided by the River Soar. To the east of the river lies the wonderfully decorated Victorian part of the park which has evergreen shrubberies, trees, lakes and formally planted flower displays.

To the west of the river lies the fascinating Abbey Grounds. This area contains the remains of the twelfth century Leicester Abbey and the ruins of Cavendish House, a seventeenth century mansion.

The Park has a pets corner where animals are allowed to be free and enjoy the park along with their owners.

The park also has a recently refurbished café which provides visitors with a wide range of refreshments in a welcoming atmosphere.