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#DiwaliLeicester 3 Happy Diwali Diwali is one of the most important and prestigious festivals in Leicester’s cultural calendar. It is a central attraction of our festival programme and continues to grow annually. It is with great pride that we host one of the largest Diwali celebrations outside of India. As one of the most culturally diverse cities in the country, Diwali allows people from many cultures in Leicester to be together in friendship. It also serves as a wonderful time for family and friends to celebrate. We would like to express our gratitude to all of those who work tirelessly to ensure that Diwali is such a success, particularly the Leicester Hindu Festival Council, along with Curve, the Diwali Advisory Panel, local ward councillors and all of the city council departments involved. It again gives us huge pleasure to join in these great celebrations and wish you all a very happy and peaceful Diwali. Sir Peter Soulsby Piara Singh Clair MBE City Mayor Deputy City Mayor
#DiwaliLeicester Five Great Venues 5 at Leicester Racecourse Contents Happy Diwali ........................................... 3 Diwali in Leicester ........................... 6 - 7 Leicester’s Diwali Celebrations ..... 8 - 9 Club Suite The Nelson Suite The Pavillion Up to 120 seated inc balcony view Up to 250 seated inc balcony views Up to 180 seated What’s On ...................................... 11 - 25 Map of Firework Display ............. 26 - 27 Food ................................................ 28 - 31 Shopping ...................................... 33 - 36 The Kube Exhibition Hall Staying in the City ....................... 37 - 40 Up to 500 seated Up to 300 seated Road Closures .............................. 44 - 45 Travel into Leicester ................... 48 - 49 Available for hire at Leicester Racecourse set in 200 acres overlooking beautiful and tranquil setting that provides a unique backdrop for your Weddings, Pre-Wedding, Engagements, For further information on Diwali in Leicester: Birthdays, Anniversaries, Christening, Graduation and any other special occasions. W: visitleicester.info l Five great venues all providing a l Fireworks E: info@visitleicester.info unique setting for your event l Helicopter Pad T: 0116 299 4444 l Civil ceremony licence l Free car park for up to 2,000 cars l Fully licensed bars From venue hire to a complete party package,including decor, catering, staff, cake and much more. contact our events manager. Exclusive rates for 2019 bookings, call us now. t: 0116 271 6515 Leicester Racecourse @LeicesterRaces e: conference@leicester-racecourse.com Leicester Racecourse Leicester Racecourse w: www.leicester-racecourse.com I R ACE DAYS I C ONFE RE N CE & E V E N TS I E XH I BI TI O N S I HO S P I TA LI T Y I S P O N S O RS HI P I
Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 6 7 The condition imposed on him was that only Diwali in Leicester those Rajas that could hold onto the Guru’s robe would be set free. Guru Hargobind Ji had a special robe made with 52 khalia (tapers) so that each of the Rajas could walk free with him. He was then given the name ‘Bandhi Chhorr’, the deliverer of prisoners. Leicester‘s celebration of Diwali is one of following Rama and Hanuman’s victory over the biggest outside of India. Whether it’s the demon King Ravana and rescue of Sita In India, Sikhs celebrate by lighting candles to enjoy dance, fireworks, food or fashion - from his evil clutches. and divas (clay lamps) in houses and on the come and celebrate Diwali with us! Sarowar – the scared water which surrounds Each day leading up to Diwali has a different the Golden Temple, Amritsar. Sikhs in The festival kicks off with our famous lights meaning and these also vary between regions Leicester celebrate in Gurdwaras (temples). switch-on on Sunday 28 October and or communities. culminates with a glorious fireworks display and entertainment on Diwali Day Wednesday The first day marks the start of Diwali. It is 7 November. We also have a fantastic dedicated to the worship of the Goddess selection of events taking place around the Lakshmi who provides prosperity. city during the fortnight and we welcome you to join us in Leicester. On the second, there is a focus on abolishing evil and the Goddess Kali is worshipped. What is Diwali? Diwali is an ancient festival celebrated by On the third, Diwali day, clay lamps (called Hindus, Sikhs and Jains all over the world. divas) and candles are lit in temples and It represents the universal messages of houses, and fireworks are let off, giving People seek blessings at Diwali from Lakshmi, good over evil, of truth over falsehood and Diwali its name of Festival of Lights. People the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and of light shining in the dark of the year. It is also clean and decorate their homes with Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. traditionally a time for exchanging gifts, Rangoli (traditional colourful folk patterns), For Jains, followers of one of India’s friendship, peace, and goodwill to all. buy new clothes, and give each other gifts For Sikhs, Diwali celebrates the release of most ancient religions, Diwali marks the and sweets. the sixth guru, Guru Hargobind Ji, and 52 anniversary of the attainment of Moksha, For Hindus, Diwali represents the start of the Hindu Rajas (kings) from imprisonment. the final liberation of the soul from the cycle On the fourth, it is the start of the New Year Guru Hargobind Ji was held for 40 days at the of death and rebirth, by Lord Mahavir. On New Year. It honours the victory of good over (Nutan Varsh) and businesses traditionally Gwalior Fortress along with the Rajas, who this day, Jains celebrate this permanent evil, and brightness over darkness. open new accounts. had been deprived of their kingdoms and happiness of the soul and remember Lord It also marks the start of winter. Diwali were badly treated. When the time came for Mahavir’s last sermon, which was given on The fifth day is important to Hindus as it the Guru’s release, he refused to leave unless Diwali day, before his soul left his body and honours Lord Rama and his wife Sita celebrates the relationship between brothers the Rajas were also set free. was liberated. returning to their kingdom of Ayodhya, and sisters. LEICESTER CITY May the light of Diya guide you towards happiness and OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE AT JC SPORTS joy in life. 73 Market Place, Leicester LE1 5EN Happy Diwali ! Tel: 0116 262 1381 www.jcsportsdirect.com BOOK YOUR FREE ONE TO ONE CONSULTATION TODAY Diwali Greetings TO CREATE YOUR www.raniti.com DESIGNER INVITATION! Customize & Design Your Own /invitationsbyraniti to all our customers Wedding Invitation Card With a Complete Range Of /invitationsbyraniti Based in Leicester Website: www.raniti.com Matching Accessories UK Email: jwellyn@raniti.com Great value printing, any name and number on any shirt • Only 100 yards from Clock Tower For Your Special Occasion FREE ENVELOPE STICKERS AND CLEAR ENVELOPES FOR ALL DESIGNER INVITATIONS. UK Mobile: 0791 917 8485
Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 8 9 mixed with the latest computer designed Leicester’s Diwali pyrotechnics and fireworks. Watch aerial fireworks exploding hundreds of feet above, combined with pyrotechnics at different heights forming layers of spectacular colour Celebrations and sound which highlights the tradition of light and colour during this wonderful festival. This year Leicester’s Wheel of Light returns. The big wheel will be located on Belgrave Diwali Lights Switch On Road from 26 October until 11 November. Sunday 28 October 3pm – 9pm Belgrave Road main stage from 5.30pm Cossington Street Recreation Ground stage programme from 4pm Diwali Day The Diwali Village on Cossington Street Wednesday 7 November 3pm – 9pm Recreation Ground will feature a full stage Cossington Street Recreation Ground stage programme showcasing local talent, programme from 6pm children’s fun-fair rides and stalls including food and concessions running from 3pm to This year, Leicester’s world famous Diwali 9pm. celebrations promise to be more spectacular and dazzling than ever, with the return On Diwali Day, the Diwali Village will again of the Diwali Village on Cossington Street be on Cossington Street Recreation ground Recreation Ground and an aerial firework Leicester Hindu Festival Council, Leicester along with a full stage programme of display above Belgrave Road. City Council and supported by Curve. The entertainment, presented by the Leicester stage programme for Diwali Switch On will Hindu Festival Council. Everyone will be welcomed to join in run 5.30pm - 8pm on Belgrave Road with the festivities which will begin with the the lights turned on at 7.30pm followed by Fireworks have always been a traditional illumination of the Diwali lights along the fireworks, which this year can be viewed part of Diwali celebrations and on Diwali Day Belgrave Road, on Leicester’s ‘Golden Mile’, from Belgrave Road. The Golden Mile will be the fireworks can be viewed from Belgrave on Sunday 28 October. Up to 40,000 people bathed in light throughout the festive period Road and the surrounding area. Leicester’s will watch the lights switch on, which follows until Diwali Day, when the celebrations Diwali display is created and choreographed a vibrant programme of music and dance on continue with the stage on Cossington Street by local company Bright Spark Fireworks Ltd the Belgrave Road stage presented by the Recreation Ground. who have embraced traditional elements From gin & prosecco in our Honesty As a Diwali treat, you can Inspiring the ladies and gents get 50% off a cut & colour! of Leicestershire for 45 years. Bar to lounging in our #BeSocial area… a new salon experience Simply bring this voucher Find us on Allandale Rd, to your preferred salon Granby St & in Oadby. awaits at 157 London Rd, LE2 1EG. Offer valid for bookings in October & November 2018. Selected stylists only. A skin test is required 48hrs prior to your colour 0116 285 8282 appointment. The offer can not be used in conjunction with any other www.georgeshairdressing.com offer. George’s Hairdressing/London Rd Hair have the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time.
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Diwali Guide 2018 12 6 DEC 2018 For details of more events and activities go Diwali Wheel of Light – 13 JAN 2019 to visitleicester.info or follow us on: Friday 26 October – Sunday 11 November Belgrave Road leicesterfestivals W: visitleicester.info leicesterfest #diwalileicester After last year’s success the 110-foot Ferris leicesterfest wheel is returning to the Diwali celebrations this year. Leicester’s Wheel of Light arrives at Family Rangoli Workshops Belgrave Road through to the end of Diwali. Tuesday 23 October The wheel will be lit at night to provide a 1pm – 3pm & 3.30pm – 5.30pm glittering centrepiece to the festivities. Belgrave Neighbourhood Centre Opening times and ticket prices will be W: leicester-mela.co.uk available online. Take part this half term in a participatory family Rangoli activity. Share your skills Curve & An Indian Summer Festival’s while learning new ones and meet the Diwali Family Day artist behind the spectacular Diwali Rangoli Saturday 27 October exhibitions. Rangoli art contains intricate, 11am – 3pm WHITE CHRISTMAS Curve Theatre MADE AT CURVE IN ASSOCIATION WITH JAMIE WILSON bright, colourful, symmetrical designs, traditionally created outside on doorsteps T: 0116 242 3560 IRVING BERLINʼS BASED UPON THE PARAMOUNT PICTURES FILM WRITTEN FOR THE SCREEN BY NORMAN KRASNA, NORMAN PANAMA AND MELVIN FRANK at Diwali time using authentic techniques W: curveonline.co.uk MUSIC AND LYRICS BY IRVING BERLIN BOOK BY DAVID IVES AND PAUL BLAKE and traditional materials. The art of Rangoli Join Curve in association with An Indian ORIGINAL STAGE PRODUCTION DIRECTED BY WALTER BOBBIE PRESENTED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH R&H THEATRICALS EUROPE DIRECTED BY NIKOLAI FOSTER CHOREOGRAPHEDBY STEPHEN MEAR can be passed down to children, adults and Summer Festival for a day packed with SCENIC DESIGN BY MICHAEL TAYLOR LIGHTING DESIGNBY MARK HENDERSON SOUND DESIGNBY TOM MARSHALL ORCHESTRATIONS ORIGINAL VOCAL AND DANCE BY LARRY BLANK ARRANGEMENTS BY BRUCE POMAHAC BY JASON CARR RE-ORCHESTRATIONS families of all ages who in turn can keep the fun family activity. Free events include ancient tradition alive. Free family drop in - performances on the foyer stage from House 30 minute sessions. Suitable for ages 5+ of Verse, sitar music in the café, dressing up, shadow puppets and other craft activities, a Diwali Storytelling at Rushey Mead mehndi artist and backstage tours. Come and DEC 2018 – 12 JAN 2019 Library see a brand new Little Curve show: Hanuman 8 Tuesday 23 October Moves a Mountain & Attempts To Eat The Sun, 2pm – 3.30pm suitable for children 4+ and their families. Rushey Mead Library All activity is free, some may be bookable in T: 0116 266 5112 advance via the Curve website: Be transported by words and your curveonline.co.uk imagination in to a world of light and celebration through Diwali stories shared Yuva Nartan together. Saturday 27 October 7pm – 9.30pm Diwali Storytelling at Belgrave Library Curve Theatre Thursday 25 October Ticket Office: 0116 242 3595 2pm – 3.30pm W: curveonline.co.uk / nupurarts.org.uk Belgrave Library An exciting evening of vibrant Indian T: 0116 299 5500 classical dance and music presented as Be transported by words and your part of Curve Theatre’s Inside Out Festival, imagination in to a world of light and featuring dance and music artists from the celebration through Diwali stories shared region and across the UK. together. Tickets: £11 (Concessions for under 26 years and over 60s 15% off for Curve Members)
Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 14 15 Museum of the Moon Museum of the Moon Events at Belgrave Sunday 28 October – Wednesday 7 November Neighbourhood Centre Belgrave Neighbourhood Centre Rangoli Exhibition - Under the Moonlight! Opening Sunday 28 October 4pm – 9pm Sunday 28 October & Wednesday 7 November Other viewing times are Tuesday 30 – Tuesday 4pm – 8.30pm 6 November from 4pm – 8pm (excluding Inspired by the moon, reflections and Sunday 4 November) and Wednesday 7 stillness the award winning team behind the November 3pm – 9pm annual Diwali Rangoli exhibitions present a mixture of breathtakingly modern and As part of this year’s Diwali Leicester traditional Rangoli styles, themed around celebrations an art installation featuring water and nature, presented under a life size a 7 metre diameter model of the Moon, by installation of the moon. Be inspired by this Luke Jerram, will be placed in Belgrave once forgotten folk art as artists transform it Neighbourhood Centre. in to a visually stunning exhibition. Free drop in event. Suitable for all ages. The Museum of the Moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. Diwali Moon Family Day At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each Saturday 3 November centimetre of the internally lit spherical 11am – 3pm sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s Enjoy an unbelievably close up view of the surface. Museum of the Moon and share in a range of inspiring, informative and creative Since its debut in August 2016, the Museum activities. Workshop demos on the Moon of the Moon has been presented in a number and Meteorites, including the chance to of different ways both indoors and outdoors. hold space rocks from the National Space As it travels from place to place, it gathers Centre plus storytelling and crafts from an ongoing collection of personal responses, Neighbourhood Services. Free family drop in. stories and mythologies, as well as highlighting the latest Moon science Diwali Moon Family Meditation Sunday 4 November Space will also be made available for personal 12noon – 3pm reflection and prayers. T: 0116 222 1004 A chance to experience harmony and wellbeing from the peace of space as a family under the Museum of the Moon installation through guided meditation and yoga. Free family event. Booking essential. Wishing you all a very Happy 32 De Montfort Street Leicester LE1 7GD Tel: 0116 254 4316 Dedicated to delivering Diwyali E: info@pinnacleaccountants.co.uk a first class client service. W: www.pinnacleaccountants.co.uk 07871 477726 Info@r-a-Events.co.uk
Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 16 17 Diwali Lights Switch On Sunday 28 October the brim with fashion, jewellery, arts, Diwali Lights Switch On 5.30pm – 9pm crafts, henna and community information Main stage 5.30pm – 8pm as well as children’s funfair, freebies and Belgrave Road giveaways. Plus don’t miss the huge variety of tantalising traditional Indian snacks, Diwali Village 3pm – 9pm delicious curries and drinks from across the Stage 3pm – 8.30pm Indian subcontinent. Take part in the circus Cossington Street Recreation Ground skills workshop from 3pm – 4.30pm and experience the magnificent light and fire Celebrate Diwali Leicester with the show, Lantern Glow at 7pm and 8.30pm. illumination of the Diwali lights along Belgrave Road featuring a traditional The Diwali community stage will dazzle you music and dance programme on the main with dances and music to get you in the party stage, Diwali Village, annual Mela Rangoli mood. Watch dancers, singers and artists exhibition, Museum of the Moon at Belgrave from across the region showcase their talents Neighbourhood Centre and firework finale. along with performances from local schools, The highlight of the main stage at 7pm will dance academies and performing art groups. see dancers from across the city coming together to create a brand new dance Take a ride on Leicester’s Wheel of Light, performance set on the streets of Mumbai. lighting up the streets at night with its Inspired by Curve’s recent work in Mumbai 110-foot illuminous Ferris wheel providing a and featuring choreography by Leicester’s birds-eye view of the spectacular lights along internationally acclaimed dance sensation Belgrave Road. Aakash Odedra and Curve Dance Associate Melanie Knott, the performance combines And finally the Diwali Light Switch On would new contemporary dance and a flavour of not be the same without the spectacular Bollywood, featuring the hit Shakalaka Baby aerial firework display which can be seen from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Bombay Dreams. above Leicester’s Golden Mile and the surrounding area from 7.30pm. Visit the famous Diwali Village in Cossington Street Recreation Ground, open from 3pm – 9pm. The Village will be packed to Wishing you a Happy Diwali Legal support for business, for you, for life Kally Singh | Litigation | 01733 295 642 Gema Maisuria | Conveyancing | 01572 725 764 www.hegarty.co.uk Pavinder Khela | Family | 01780 750 956 Abigail Mehta| Wills & Probate| 01733 295 557 Peterborough • Stamford • Oakham
Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 18 19 Diwali Dinner and Dance Giant Puppet Performance and Parade Diwali Activities Family Fun Day Presented by Sitar Music Society in Saturday 27 October Friday 2 November Saturday 3 November partnership with Leicester Cathedral. 7pm until late 5pm – 5.15pm 11am – 3pm Tickets: £10 / £8 Peepul Enterprise City Centre New Walk Museum and Art Gallery Booking link: eventbrite.co.uk/e/music-and- T: 07792 360 402 W: indiansummer.org.uk T: 0116 225 4900 light-a-concert-of-indian-classical-music- Celebrate Diwali with dinner, entertainment A surprising twist on the story of Diwali Enjoy Diwali stories and free activities tickets-48453202834 and music with DJ Mani Beats. Tickets: £22 each. re-imagining characters, Hanuman and including Indian dancing, handling Ravana as 10ft puppets that tower above traditional Diwali objects, decorating torans Rangoli Competition Diwali Fashion Show a dance battle as two armies collide. Join and creating Rangoli designs. Come in your Sunday 4 November Sunday 28 October us in a procession of dancers, drummers best Indian outfit or dress up in one of ours. 10.30am – 1pm 3pm – 4pm and stilt walkers. Led by the giant puppets, Shree Sanatan Mandir New Walk Museum and Art Gallery opposing armies of monkeys and demons Out with the Old and in with the New T: 0116 266 1402 T: 0116 225 4900 come together and collide in a captivating Saturday 3 November The Rangoli competition is open to all to Join us for a vibrant fashion event, performance. 6.30pm – 9pm enter and is judged in different categories showcasing an exquisite collection of sarees, New Walk Museum & Art Gallery so that children and adults can take part. lenghas, shervanis and chaniya-choris for W: ochs.org.uk Prizes will be awarded to the winners and the family to wear at Diwali. A talk by Anuradha Dooney of the Oxford the Rangolis will be displayed during the Free entry. Advance booking recommended. Centre for Hindu Studies (OCHS). Diwali period for the hundreds of visitors Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is celebrated all to the Temple to see. Competition rules are The Great Diabetes Walk in support of the Diwali Mela Bazaar over the world today with fireworks, lighting available from the Mandir office. Leicester Diabetes Village Saturday 3 November of lamps, gift-giving and feasting. It is a time Sunday 28 October 10am – 5pm of looking forward and renewal. This talk A Unique Rangoli 4.30pm Humberstone Gate & Clock Tower revisits the rich legacy of ideas and teachings Sat 3 November to Tuesday 6 November Start at Shreeji Dham Haveli Temple W: visitleicester.info from the tales of Rama, Sita, Krishna, 11am – 4.30pm 504 Melton Road to Cossington Street Leicester City Council in partnership with Laksmi, Ganesha and Kali and proposes that Highcross Leicester Recreation Ground. Leicester Belgrave Mela and Sabras Radio what is old, when retold, creates the new. T: 0116 242 8644 For further information and to register email: brings you a flavour of Diwali celebrations View this unique Rangoli installation at the stardiabetes@gmail.com to the city centre. Experience a feast of Music & Light Highcross Shopping Centre where the artist Indian shopping, arts & crafts and live Saturday 3 November will be creating a Rangoli with a difference. Garland and Toran Making entertainment from Sabras Roadshow. 7pm – 8.30pm Traditionally Rangoli designs are simple Friday 2 November Plus food, dance, fashion, music and culture. Leicester Cathedral geometric shapes, deity impressions, or they 4pm – 6.30pm W: leicestercathedral.org depict nature. However here you will see Shreeji Dham Haveli, 504 Melton Road Experience the moods and melodies of the Rangoli art form expressing a unique T: 0116 212 2827 Indian classical music and pay homage to message of our times. Learn the skills of making garlands and its spiritual depth and universal message in torans from fresh flowers. Please bring a the stunning setting of Leicester Cathedral. bunch of roses or seasonal flowers with you. Time is precious, which is why we make coach hire easy. Whether for business or pleasure, we can The coaches we have available are: accommodate your requirements with minimum fuss and maximum efficiency. • VIP Premier Executive • 16 and 19-seater mini-coach With a first class fleet of vehicles • 30 Seater midi-coach Wishing you a very combined with highly qualified drivers, • Premier Executive 50 mechanics and administrative staff, using • 53 and 57-seaters Happy Diwali Woods Coaches for coach hire gives you total peace of mind. • Wheelchair Accessible Coach For a free, no obligation quote, CALL TODAY! 0116 278 6374 or visit www.woodscoachhire.co.uk
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Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 22 23 Diwali Day The Golden Mile will be bathed in light throughout the festive period until Diwali Day, when the celebrations Wednesday 7 November continue at Cossington Street Recreation Ground 3pm – 9pm, stage programme from 6pm with entertainment, children’s funfair, food and craft Cossington Street Recreation Ground stalls. There will also be an aerial firework display W: visitleicester.info over Belgrave Road and the surrounding area. Portrait Rangoli by Milan Arvind Kumar: Mela Rangoli exhibition 2017 Lighting up Limekiln Lock Diwali cultural show consisting of Indian Wednesday 7 November folk dancing and semi classical dance Rangoli: An Art Form by family members. Generally, this practice 6pm – 9pm performances by children and young people. is showcased during occasions such as Limekiln Lock, off Abbey Park Road, LE1 3WA You can also learn some dance moves and Rangoli is an art form, originating in the festivals, auspicious occasions, marriage W: canalrivertrust.org.uk join in some Bollywood dance. Indian subcontinent, in which patterns celebrations and other similar milestones Experience your local waterway in a new are created on the floor or the ground and gatherings. light as Limekiln Lock is transformed with Igniting Minds and Illuminating Hearts using materials such as coloured rice, dry illuminations. Come along to our stall at the Saturday 10 November flour, coloured sand or flower petals. It is Rangoli designs can be simple geometric switch on event on Sunday 28 October at 6pm – 8pm usually made during Diwali, festivals and shapes, deity impressions or flower and Cossington Recreation Ground to make your Harmony House, 122 Ross Walk celebrations in the Indian subcontinent. petal shapes (appropriate for the given own boat, then visit the canal on Diwali Day T: 0116 216 8430 Designs are passed from one generation to celebrations), but they can also be very to see it afloat. Speaker: Sister Jayanti, European Director of the next, keeping both the art form and the elaborate designs crafted by individuals or the Brahma Kumaris and NGO Representative tradition alive. numerous people together. The traditional Cultural Variety Show to the United Nations, Geneva. base material is usually dry powdered rice or Saturday 10 November The Festival of Lights celebrates the return The purpose of Rangoli is decoration, and dry flour, to which sindoor (vermilion), haldi 3pm – 4pm to a time of happiness and harmony. It is it is thought to bring good luck. Design (turmeric) and other natural colours can be New Walk Museum and Art Gallery symbolic of the light that shines within all depictions may also vary as they reflect added. Other more modern materials now T: 0116 225 4900 of us. Join us for an evening of experience, traditions, folklore, and practices that are include coloured sand and stone, flowers and Bring the family down to see a vibrant entertainment and enlightenment. unique to each area. It is traditionally done petals. 40mmx135mm 2.qxp_Layout 1 04/09/2018 14:12 Page 1 WYVERN RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR Kerrysdale Avenue, Rushey Mead, Leicester LE4 7GJ Diwali Greetings from Tel: 0116 3191380 Newly refurbished Mbl: 07377 177773 Leicester Fostering Leicesters hidden gem offering an array of mouth watering traditional indian dishes with a touch of our unique twist. Veg/non veg dishes. and Adoption Centre Come & try our chefs specialities in a friendly and relaxed www.leicester.gov.uk/fostering atmosphere. l Takeaways available upon request. l Private party bookings welcome for up to 15-20. Pints from £2.60. 0116 454 4500 Open 6 days a week wyvernrestaurantandsportsbar Tues-Thurs 4pm – 11pm # wyvernrestaurantbar Fri-Sun 12noon – 11pm
Diwali Guide 2018 24 Abbey Park Bonfire & Firework Display Savings of up to 40% can be made by Saturday 3 November purchasing your tickets in advance. Be dazzled by Leicester’s biggest bonfire & firework display at the city’s official Advance tickets: celebration! The fantastic fun takes place Adult £6 * on Saturday 3 November from 5pm – 9pm on Concessions and Under 16’s £4 * Leicester’s Abbey Park and this year’s theme Family £16 (two adults, two children) Get better is Saturday Night Fever. Under 4s free The lighting of the bonfire and main display On the gate: is always a spectacular sight – with a quieter Adults £8 * firework show perfect for the younger Concessions and Under 16’s £5.50 audience. Watch the skies light up at this (No family tickets available on the gate) connected annual family event, with a programme of live entertainment, funfair and plenty of Tickets available from Visit Leicester, warming food stalls. De Montfort Hall Box Office and online. For further information go to visitleicester.info THE MELTON RESTAURANT Come and enjoy a meal at our veg/ Afternoon Special Fibre broadband could help your business maximise non veg restaurant: Curry • Seating capacity for up to 60 people wit h nan growth, expand clientele and improve profits. • Available for private hire, birthdays, Tuesday or rice to Su nd ay s family gatherings or any other special occasions. 12noon to 3pm Pints from www.superfastleicestershire.org.uk/business • Mobile bar available for hire only £5.00 £2.40 Call now to reserve a table all day Diwali Greetings 197 Melton Road, Leicester LE4 6QT. T: 0116 319 5170 M: 07479 717505 E: meltonrestaurant@gmail.com Superfast Leicestershire is supported by Leicester & Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership
CAS EET T IN A VE M NU E 26 27 LO U DO WN GH ST RE ET BO Recommended Viewing Sites RO WO L S E Y S A N D A L AV E NUE CO RAL UG STR HA LK EET H R IN ST RE ET OAD The green zones show the best places to watchIthe SDiwali Lfirework A Ndisplays D GOLDEN MILE WA ND EET ROS S W A LK UNION STREET STR STR EET SS CO CRO SS The red zones will not provide CO OP ING TO NS T Cossington Swimming Pool DO NC AS ER RE TE a good view BRO GU E S STR EET ET RR OA D TR EET Cossington Library L AW STR EET Diwali Lights Switch On AD HIL D Y A R D RO AD S DOW Sunday 28 October, 5.30pm to 9.00pm RO ME AD LRO MEA ROS S WA LK MA SE O Diwali Fireworks display starts approx. 7.30pm CDO STR VE LR EET NAL BEY EL Village closes at 9.00pm H UN T E R R O AD D R RA OAD ND Diwali Village / AB RE Cossington LG D ON ROA Diwali Day BUL Recreation BE LER Wednesday 7 November, 6.00pm to 8.30pm D U N D O NA L D RO ROA Ground HARRIS AD D Fireworks display starts approx. 8.10pm Diwali Village closes at 9.00pm RO BER SUR TS REY RO STR MA AY AD EET W RJO ND Please note that times are Rapproximate and CO RIE LA BR ID KEN IS Leicester City Council reservesE C Lthe right to SIN G ST EY LS GTO WE O RE YM N S OU W ET TR TH cancel fireworks display due to adverse EET STR EET weather conditions or safety reasons. AD WE STB BRA OU ND RO RN ON BAR ES STR BUR DO TRE EET FIE LPH ET LD STR EET STR VE EET DO RA RSE TS BRA BUR TRE ND LG MOOR ET ON FIE G AT E S STR LD TREET EET STR EET BE AB BE OLPH IN STR R O S S WA L K Y EET PA A B B E Y PA R K RK RO AD GARFIE LD ST ABBEY SO Bandstand P A RK ST UT HE REE YC T Wheel of Light L OS E GOLDEN MILE ET RE ST ST UB BS E IN RO ER AD Boating Lake TH B E LG R CA AV E CIR CL Peepul E Enterprise Mooring Catherine Street Point
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Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 30 31 Paddy’s Marten Inn Bar & Grill Sharmilee Sayonara 4 Seasons (v) Tiranga Restaurant and Bar 98 Martin Street Leicester LE4 6EU 71 Belgrave Road Leicester LE4 6AS 49 Belgrave Road Leicester LE4 6AR 119-121 Melton Road Leicester LE4 6QS T: 0116 266 5123 / paddysmarteninn.co.uk T: 0116 266 8471 / sharmilee.co.uk T: 0116 266 5888 / sayonara4seasons.com T: 0116 261 1002 / tiranga.co.uk Prince of Punjab Pub & Grill Shere Punjab Tadka Indian Restaurant Vishal 92-94 Cavendish Road Leicester LE2 7PH 339 St Saviours Road Leicester 205 Catherine Street Leicester LE4 6GE 347 Catherine Street Leicester LE4 6GG T: 0116 233 6663 T: 0116 273 7811 T: 0116 266 5666 T: 0116 266 4247 / vishalleicester.com/index.html Punjabi Tarka Shimla Pinks Tangoe Restaurant World Peace Café (v, vegan) 52 Belgrave Road Leicester LE4 5AS 65-69 London Road Leicester LE2 0PE 80 Gipsy Lane Leicester LE4 6RE Nagarjuna Buddhist Centre T: 0115 262 7000 T: 0116 247 1471 / 4550.co.uk/shimlapinks T: 0116-261-0044 17 Guildhall Lane Leicester LE1 5FQ T: 0116 262 0317 / Raviolis Shivalli (v) Teli’s Spicy Haandi meditateinleicester.org/world-peace-cafe/ 46 Welford Road Leicester LE2 7AA 21 Welford Road Leicester LE2 7AD 144 Walnut Street Leicester LE2 7GR T: 0116 247 0067 T: 0116 255 0137 / shivallirestaurant.com T: 0116 255 3031 Wrapchic Eat in/Takeaway Restaurant Santhi Restaurant The Grand Durbar 49 Gallowtree Gate Leicester LE1 5AD Sizzlers Bar and Grill Tel:0116 251 8723 124 Granby Street Leicester LE1 1DL 188-190 Melton Road Leicester LE4 5EE 294 Melton Road Leicester LE4 7PB T: 0116 255 5511 / santhirestaurant.co.uk T: 0116 266 6099 W: www.wrapchic.co.uk T: 0116 266 0738 / sizzlersbarandgrill.co.uk Vegan, Vegetarian and None Vegetarian. Sardaar Restaurant The Peepul Centre Restaurant Spice Bazzar Wyvern Restaurant & Sports Bar 30 Narborough Road Leicester LE3 0BQ Peepul Centre 317 Orchardson Avenue 326 Welford Road Leicester LE2 6EH Kerrsdale Avenue Rushey Mead Leicester LE4 7GJ T: 0116 299 3300 Leicester LE4 6DP T: 0116 270 5110 / spicebazzarleicester.co.uk T: 0116 319 1380 / T: 0116 261 6045 Sayonara Thali (v) M: 07377 177773 Spicenick 49 Belgrave Road Leicester LE4 6AR The Royal Indian 189 Fosse Way Leicester LE7 4TF T: 0116 266 5888 153 Melton Road Leicester LE4 6QS T: 01664 Jaan 424 323 / spicenick.co.uk advert.qxp_Layout 1 05/09/2018 14:45 Page 1 T: 0116 233 3557 / the-royal-indian.co.uk MILY re st A friendly FA au ra nt . Ou r chef ’s will u a mouth- prepare for yo nge of Apna Punjab Apna Punja watering ra regional food a over Indi s from all Sweet Centre Sweet Cent BAR AND RESTAURANT Newly opened Diwali Greetings RESTAURANT & BAR Specialising inDiwali Greetings WEIndian ALSO CATER FOR WEDDINGS South Indian& EVENTS Jaan Cafe & Restaurant Specialist in Pure Punjabi (Indian) cuisine, Indo-Chinese, & Punjabi Specialist in Pure Punjabi (In WE ALSO CATER FOR ALL SPECIAL OCCASIONS, WEDDING AND PRIVATE FUNCTIONS and takeaway (Free deliveries on Bring your own bottle Food & Indian Sweets Food & Indian Sweets orders over £25) Veg & non-veg menu Opening hours Diwali OFFER Monday to Sunday. Lunchtime: 11.30am-2.30pm 10% off your Eve:Sun-Thurs 5pm-11.30pm & Fri - Sat 5pm-midnight food bill when you present this advert (Terms and conditions apply) DIWALI OFFER Valid SETuntil 30/11/18 MENU – 07/10/17 - 21/10/17 We also cater for all types of functions: We also cater for all types of fun 3 course meal veg £13.99 non veg £15.99 • Birthdays • Weddings • General Parties • Birthdays • Weddings • General • Waitress Service • Crockery for hire • Waitress Service • Crockery fo CALL US NOW TO RESERVE YOUR TABLE • Mithai and fruit baskets Open Tuesday – Saturday. Call us • today to book your table. Mithai OPEN : TUESDAY TO THURSDAY 12-3 PM / 6 -and 10.30fruit PM baskets WishingFRIDAY youTOall a Happy SATURDAY 6 - 11 PM Diwali 65A Purley Road T: 0116 266 6567 WISHING 65A Purley Road T: 0116 266 6567 Enterprise,YOU ALL Avenue, A HAPPY DIWALI Outside catering available for all occasions Peepul Orchardson Leicester LE4 6DP (off Catherine Street) M: 07404 606838 T: 0116 261 6041 (off Catherine Street) / 0116 261 6000 M: 07711 112 022 268/270 Catherine Street, Leicester LE4 6GD Leicester peepulenterprise E: modhanilesh@hotmail.com T: 0116 261 6000Leicester E: laddusingh@hotm Peepul Enterprise, Orchardson Avenue, Leicester, LE4 6DP E: Enquiries@peepulenterprise.com & 0116 2616042 @peepulenterprise Tel: 0116 2666 499 or 0791 4567 786 LE4 6PB W: apnapunjabsweets.com LE4 6PB E: catering@peepulenterprise.com W: www.peepulenterprise.com @peepulentW: apnapunjabswee W: jaancaferestaurant.co.uk W: www.peepulenterprise.com PEEPULENTERPRISE @PEEPULENTERPRISE @PEEPULENT
#DiwaliLeicester 33 Shopping Neha. Academy Team Leader Golden Mile Leicester’s famous Golden Mile is just a 10-15 minute walk from the Clock Tower. Along the Belgrave and Melton Roads, The Golden Mile has one of the largest concentrations of Indian clothes and gold jewellery shops (which give the area its name) in the country. Be dazzled by the fantastic hue of colours and fashion trends and take a break from your shopping in one of the many restaurants and eateries (see the food pages) along the mile. The Golden Mile is also the focus of our Diwali celebrations which attract people from all over the world. Great careers in the heart of Leicester Clearly Hastings Direct Ha ppy Find out more at www.hastingsdirectcareers.com TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS Leicester • LE1 3HP
Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 34 35 Highcross toys at Just…The Fair Trade Shop or perhaps High Street, Humberstone Gate and The Highcross centre is the heartbeat of the treat yourself with handmade chocolates at Gallowtree Gate city’s shopping scene attracting thousands of Cocoa Amore, The Lanes has plenty to offer. In the High Street area, you can relax and shoppers, from high-end retailers from John With cafés galore along Loseby Lane spilling unwind at the Cosy Club, refresh in the Lewis, Jo Malone and Reiss to the popular out onto its pavements and The Globe pub 15th century Wygston’s House, dine in favourites such as Topshop, Next and Zara. serving fine ales since 1720, it’s the perfect the beautifully restored, elegant Victorian Be it Mango, Debenhams, River Island, USC place to refresh too! city pub King Richard III or admire the and Superdry there’s something for all styles neo-classical décor of Café Bruxelles. Enjoy and tastes. Take a break at one of the large Market Street a wide range of shops include Jellyrolls number of cafés and restaurants offering Explore one of Leicester’s historic streets, kidswear, Amabis, selling unique jewellery everything from spicy Caribbean at Turtle browse for your new ride at Future Cycles, and gifts and Wellgosh offering premium Bay to Italian chic at Carluccio’s. fashions at Fat Face and the finest jewellery contemporary clothing. at Tarratt’s including Rolex, Chanel and Highcross is easily accessible through its Longines. Take time out to enjoy fresh and Gallowtree Gate is home to major high street main entrances on High Street, or directly locally sourced produce at The Detox Shack, chains, including Boots, Marks & Spencer, from the 2,000 space multi-storey John Lewis artisan drinks from 200 Degrees Coffee Dorothy Perkins and designer fashions at carpark or rooftop parking. Shop, craft beers and cocktails at Head of Cruise and Flannels. Nearby Humberstone W: highcrossleicester.com Steam and walk down to the Knight & Garter Gate includes shops like New Look and the for a boutique range of beers, wines & spirits. popular jewellery store Pandora. Haymarket of ‘Deli of the Year’ 2017/2018. Cocktail The Haymarket Shopping Centre is situated creations at 33 Cank Street, coffee at Between shopping you can relax at one of opposite Highcross and has been a feature of St Martin’s Tea and Coffee Merchants, many cafés and restaurants, including Pret A the city centre for more than four decades. fine Italian wines at Veeno and visit Gelato Manger in Gallowtree Gate, Mrs Bridge’s Tea You will find great brands such as TK Maxx, Village, voted best dessert outlet at the Food Rooms on The Lanes and Costa Coffee at the H&M, Primark and the Body Shop. Aside Awards England 2016. Clock Tower. from the big names and national chains, the Haymarket is also home to a number The Lanes of independent shops where you’ll find The Lanes lead you into Leicester’s selections to tempt individual tastes. independent heart with a quaint shopping W: haymarketshoppingcentre.com district offering quirky and unique shops. Contemporary country and rustic interiors at St Martins Pomponette and jewellery, gifts and wooden Connected to The Lanes, the area offers a mix of unique shopping, food and drink Silver Arcade, Malcolm Arcade and experiences. The Vintage Scene provides Odeon Arcade clothing from 70s though to 90s, Harriman The city’s arcades operate as a network of & Co for contemporary design and Crafty Sew interconnecting thoroughfares peppered & So is a fabulous sewing emporium and Beat with interesting and unique boutiques Route for vintage and vinyl records. and shops. Silver Arcade is one of just two four-storey Victorian shopping arcades in St Martins is home to the latest additions to the country with unique shops such as Deli the cities food scene with slow cooked meats Flavour and handmade doughnuts from of Grillstock, the South American flavours of Doughnott. Nearby are Odeon Arcade and Bodega Cantina and health food kitchen with Malcolm Arcade. Malcolm Arcade is similar to a fusion at KAI. its Silver relation, and is home to an eclectic mix of shops including a haberdashers and These join the spectacular former bank Rockaboom record shop. conversions of Middletons Steakhouse & Grill and Delilah’s Fine Foods, winner
Diwali Guide 2018 2016 Diwali Guide 2017 #DiwaliLeicester 36 0 37 0 Staying in the City Whether coming to Leicester for a day, Leicester City Football Club’s home, the weekend or longer, the city has a range King Power Stadium, hosts stadium tours, of accommodation and an exciting array giving football fans the opportunity to go of places to enjoy alongside your Diwali behind the scenes. Enjoy VIP access to areas experience. normally reserved for players, officials and staff. You’ll see the media suite, an executive Inhabited for over 2,000 years, Leicester box, home and away changing rooms, the truly is the beating heart of England. Built on dugout areas and finally walk out of the the site of two millennia of history, Romans, King Power Stadium tunnel. Saxons, Tudors and Victorians among others have all left their mark, helping to weave the Sports fans are spoilt for choice in Leicester; Leicester Market Clarendon Park and Queens Road rich historical tapestry of the city. alongside the Fearless Foxes, the formidable With over 700 years of history, Leicester Near to Victoria Park and the University of Leicester Tigers continue from strength Market is celebrated for its fruit and Leicester, Clarendon Park offers tranquil, Nowadays, the regenerated city centre is to strength as the best supported and vegetables but there’s much more to the Victorian streets with beautiful shops and vibrant and thriving with everything from most successful club in English rugby. The largest market of its type in Europe. Here you boutiques, art galleries, record shops, fine art to fine dining, world class theatre to Leicester Riders, British Basketball League can also pick up cosmetics, flowers, antiques, bookshops, gift shops, restaurants, cafés, elite sport and experiences from as far afield champions and the oldest professional club books, electronics, DVDs, computer games, bars, beauty salons and spas; all creating a as the Indian subcontinent and even outer in British basketball continue their success in clothes, cards, toys and fabrics. wonderful shopping experience. For foodies space! their new home in Leicester Arena. visit Christopher James Deli, Bar Dos But it’s the atmosphere of the bustling and Hermanos, Halycon Kitchen and Salvador vibrant market place that will reward you the Deli. Buy shoes and coffee at Northern most. Enjoy the new Market Square and visit Cobbler and hunt for bargains at Leicester the award-winning Food Hall for quality food Antique Warehouse on Welford Road. including fresh seafood, meats and cheeses. Queens Road and Clarendon Park Road are beloved by students and professionals who live in this charming neighbourhood. Narborough Road and Hinckley Road Acclaimed as the most diverse street in Britain, Narborough Road is a popular Francis Street and Allandale Road student area and an eclectic mix of cultures. For a bit of boutique revelry, visit Francis Street and Allandale Road. This area in Nestled in among the bars and the takeaways Stoneygate has high-end gifts galore and are dozens of international supermarkets, quaint coffee shops and bistros to help you selling everything from Polish to Caribbean unwind. For designer fashion visit Browns food, Asian restaurants and curry houses. Lingerie or Tin Fish Shoes and for eclectic As for shopping, there are bargains to be had pieces for the home try Powder Blue. You with second-hand furniture, electronics and can be pampered at Bellissimo Beauty or household appliances. Beau Asthetica, while gadget lovers will enjoy browsing Stewart’s Watches or Bang & Olufsen. Refresh at the The Real Ale Classroom and The Toast Inn and dine at Timo’s Italian.
Diwali Guide 2018 2016 #DiwaliLeicester 38 0 39 And it’s not just the sporting theatres that The 2012 unearthing and identification of are grabbing the headlines in this city. The the remains of King Richard III in a council An exciting development of ground-breaking architectural masterpiece car park has sparked a revival of interest in Curve Theatre provides engaging first-class the city’s heritage, including a new visitor 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes theatrical experiences from world premieres centre on the site of the world-renowned to its own sell-out Curve productions. discovery. Named as one of Lonely Planet’s Offering waterfront living with Meanwhile De Montfort Hall, Leicester’s ‘hottest’ attractions in the world for 2015, the convenience of the city. largest entertainment venue, has been the King Richard III Visitor Centre has been serving the city with quality live acts since created around the poignant place where New show home now open 1913. King Richard III’s remains were buried for The Corah, a beautiful 3 bedroom home more than half a millennium – one of the with flexible living to suit your lifestyle most fascinating and intriguing historic sites in England and only a few paces from where Buy your new home the king’s final resting place can be found in with just a 5% deposit* Leicester Cathedral. Happy Diwali Tel no: 0330 058 0911 Open daily 10am to 5pm The family favourite New Walk Museum & Art Gallery is named after the tranquil, Wolsey Island Abbey Meadows, From all at Westleigh off Abbey Park Road, Leicestershire LE4 5DF tree-lined promenade on which it is located. You’ll be welcomed by the enormous Rutland dinosaur which dominates the fascinating westleigh.co.uk dinosaur gallery. The museum houses the *Subject to Help to Buy scheme rules. Mortgage offer is subject to application and status. Full details of the mortgage product are available through an independent mortgage adviser. largest collection of German Expressionist If revolutionary theatre fails to transport artwork in the UK and Picasso Ceramics works you to another world, perhaps the National from the unique collection of Lord and Lady Space Centre can provide an out-of-this Attenborough. You can also discover the world experience. The striking rocket tower, new Ancient Egyptian Galleries (opening interactive galleries and the UK’s largest 20 October) showcasing the most significant planetarium will satisfy even the most collection of Ancient Egyptian artefacts in imaginative interstellar curiosities. the East Midlands.
Diwali Guide 2018 40 The award winning Maiyango Hotel and Restaurant offers a boutique hotel experience in the heart of the city. The Fish & The Chip restaurant serves the nation’s favourite comfort food, playful cocktails and craft beer and once you’ve had enough to eat and drink, the luxurious hotel rooms offer a perfect place for rest and recuperation before you resume your city adventure. Situated on the tree lined New Walk, approximately five minutes’ walk from the railway station, is The Belmont Hotel. This family owned, town house hotel is a unique retreat in the city centre. With family and luxury rooms, the Belmont is ideal for visitors looking for a warm and personal welcome. The city also has a number of well-known hotel brands including the Ibis, Premier Inn and Travelodge as well as the Holiday Inn which is perfectly located for visitors to the new King Richard III Visitor Centre and has leisure and spa facilities as well as convenient parking. Further out of the city centre at junction 21 of the M1 is the 4 star Marriott Hotel with Hotel Accommodation excellent dining and leisure facilities on site For those travellers on a budget there’s the and the Hilton which offers a good range of Ramada Encore, conveniently situated near family rooms as well as leisure facilities. Curve in the Cultural Quarter or if you’re looking for a little more luxury, there’s the newly refurbished Mercure Leicester, The Grand Hotel on Granby Street that offers four star accommodation and a unique food and drink experience at Marco Pierre White restaurant. Diwali Greetings Here for your journey
#DiwaliLeicester 43 HAPPY Festive Fun at Jubilee Square There’s plenty of festive fun for the family covered marquee. And if you miss the chance to ride the Wheel of Light during Diwali or if DIWALI you’d just love a second go then you’re in luck, at Jubilee Square with the return of the ice the 110-foot Ferris wheel is moved to Jubilee rink and Christmas Wheel of Light. This year Square for Christmas from 16 November until the Jubilee Square Ice Rink returns between 7 January providing a whole new perspective 6 December and 6 January at twice the size of the city. Find out lots more to see and do allowing plenty of room for family and friends over the festive period at visitleicester.info. to show off their moves on real ice in the Happy Diwali From Gateway College COME TO OUR OPEN DAY ON: Open Day Sat 3rd Nov 10am-1pm Open Evening Tues 27th Nov 5pm-7pm SATURDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2018, 11AM TO 3PM SHOP SMART. SHOP COSTCO. To find out if you qualify for membership, please contact the Membership Team at Costco Leicester. Call 0116 269 0730. JOIN WITH THIS ADVERT AND RECEIVE A £20 VOUCHER TO SPEND ONLINE!† #LCOpenDay † Sign up for membership with this advert at our Leicester Warehouse before 01/12/18 and receive a £20 voucher to spend online at www.costco. co.uk. New members only. * Membership Criteria applies. Please call for details. Membership must be obtained before purchases can be made. To register visit Colin Grundy Drive, Leicester, LE5 1GA 0116 274 4500 www.gateway.ac.uk JN18547. leicestercollege.ac.uk
Diwali Guide 2018 #DiwaliLeicester 44 45 Road Closures NE LA EY LLOO ABB UGG HHB BOO R Diwali Switch On Ceremony and Diwali Day be marked on both sides with ‘No Waiting’ ORUO Rushey Fields GU Sunday 28 October and Wednesday 7 cones, between 6am and 10pm on Sunday 28 HGRH CH C HEE C CKKE TET T O November October and Wednesday 7 November will be ARDO T SA DR S RO OA AD ticketed and towed away. D D OA On Sunday 28 October, the following will NR happen: In addition, any vehicle causing an obstruction on any road in the Belgrave Area BELGRAVE LT O MA RF ITT Phase 1 will also be ticketed and towed away. Any ST MEAT RE ME Belgrave Road will be partially closed vehicle parked in contravention of a parking RF ITT between Belgrave Circle and Garfield Street restriction, temporary parking restriction, ST RE from 10am to enable the stage to be set up. causing obstruction or dangerously parked W IN DS O R AV E . ET will be issued with a Penalty Charge Notice ST Vehicles will still be able to access the rest HOLDEN AD of Belgrave Road from the Melton Road/ and will be towed away to a secure G O SHAF Loughborough Road end until 5pm. Please compound. TESB NR L O U GL O U RY A VE be aware this will cause delays for vehicles LT O HUBGOHRB O getting into and exiting the area. You will also incur costs for the vehicle being ME towed to the recovery company. It is GOLDEN MILE ET O RUOGUH Phase 2 important that you adhere to signs, lines POR RE TSM ROA OUTH D G HRRDO ST A full closure of Belgrave Road and the and cones in place for this event to avoid any BRU R O S S WA L K NS E TR junctions with its side roads will be in place penalties. EET IN A CO D RAL WOLSEY ER STR from 5pm until approx. 9.30pm, during which EET ST WA TH ND Health and safety STR SS time vehicles will not have any access. EET ISLA of N D CRO CA In the interests of public safety, members CO OP ER STR CO SS ING TO DO NC AD AS On Wednesday 7 November, the following the public are asked not to bring fireworks L AW STR EET NS T TE RR RO H I L D Y A R D RD EET OA will happen: to the celebrations. The use of fireworks in a D D MA D ON R CD LR public area will not be tolerated and will be Cossington VE H U N T ER R D ON ALD ME Recreation EL LRO MA A full closure of Belgrave Road and the reported to the police. RD RA H A R R IS BU SE TLE ST ND Ground L AGD D U N D O N A LD S T RS RJO . T junctions with its side roads will be in place RE RO BEL AB BER SUR PER BREO B TS REY ST RIE Leicestershire Police and Leicestershire E Y PA R K E N SI N ST from 5.30pm until approx. 9.30pm, during GTO NS STR EET VE T ST WE K Fire & Rescue Services will have mobile YMO which time vehicles will not have any access. RO WES TB O URN BRA UTH RA AD ND BAR ST ES ON DO T awareness units at this year’s events, DO ST BUR LPH ST LG Road Closure Key RSE FIE T S LD Please note that on both dates the Emergency highlighting the importance of safety AB MOOR G AT E T BRA ST BE S T. NDO N S Services and Leicester City Council will need during the festive period. The units will be BE O L PH IN T DON Y ST. Road Closure, to maintain two clear routes through the at the Diwali Village on Cossington Street PA AL ET G A RF IE DS RK LD ST ON no parking. Belgrave area for emergency vehicles. The Recreation Ground for the public to pop along RE AB B E Y RD RD ST PA RK ST routes are: Loughborough Road, Holden to. We would like to thank Leicestershire Fire Abbey Park GOLDEN E N Street, Ross Walk, MacDonald Road, Hildyard & Rescue Service and Leicestershire Police Emergency Routes, RI MILE HE Road, Marjorie Street, Abbey Park Street, for their continued support of the Diwali no parking C AT Harrison Road, Surrey Street, Doncaster celebrations. For further information visit Road, Cossington Street, Rothley Street, celebratesafely.com E Rendell Road and Portsmouth Road. Any AT D YDSY S Vehicles causing an EG vehicles parked on these roads, which will AARR TTW WA AY obstruction will be towed Y AV KAS HMI R RD GR EL
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