Alumni

Re-discover Leicester

Leicester is more than just the place you studied - it’s where friendships were formed, ideas took shape, and memories that still make you smile were made.  

Whether it’s been a few years or several decades since you last walked through the city and our campus, returning to Leicester offers the perfect opportunity to reconnect with your university experience and share it with those closest to you. 

From reunions to nostalgic weekends - or even a short stop along the way - Leicester invites you to return. Rediscover old memories, create new ones, and experience your university hometown all over again.

Visiting campus

A return visit is a chance to see how the campus has evolved while rediscovering the places that shaped your student days. 

Whether you’re bringing fellow alumni, friends, or family, a campus visit offers the perfect opportunity to share stories, rediscover old memories, and create new ones together.

Email alumni@leicester.ac.uk to book and tailor your campus visit. 

Things to do in the city

Beyond campus, Leicester offers a chance to rediscover the city that shaped your student life. Explore familiar streets, cultural landmarks, and favourite spots, or introduce friends and family to the places where so many memories were made. 

Theatre, live music, and comedy:

Things to do with the family:

Sporting:

Food and drink:

Leicester’s diverse food and drink scene reflects the city’s rich cultural mix, from independent cafés and traditional pubs to award‑winning restaurants and vibrant street food. 

Find a guide of Leicester’s food and drink on Visit Leicester’s website.

Whether you’re looking for more information on local attractions, events, or how to get involved in the community, the following websites will provide you with further information to discover all that Leicester has to offer.

Travel and accommodation

There’s lots of places to stay in Leicester. We have compiled a list of local hotels of which exclusive deals can be arranged for alumni.

To request a discount code, please email alumni@leicester.ac.uk.

Leicester’s central location makes it easy to travel across the UK and beyond. With major cities like Birmingham, Nottingham and London just a short train ride away, and direct access to national and international airports within easy reach, you can get anywhere from Leicester. 

For further information on how to visit Leicester by air, train, bus/coach, and car, please visit our Travel webpage.

Events

As an alumnus you have access to a range of exclusive events arranged by the University of Leicester and your fellow alumni.

Gather your friends in one place

Our tips on how to host an unforgettable reunion

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