Earl Shilton
Leicester
Visit Earl Shilton
Popular places to visit
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
Curve Theatre
At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
Leicester Town Hall
Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.
New Walk Museum
Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.
University of Leicester
Explore the campus of University of Leicester during your travels in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Earl Shilton
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Great location, large clean rooms, friendly staff, dated with noisy windows. Comfy bed, good shower, excellent WiFi. Close to NEC, train station and airport.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Staff very friendly and helpful, food good at dinner and breakfast, and not overpriced. Bed comfortable and room quiet. Shower water pressure not great and breakfast coffee awful.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Excellent position for NEC Lovely hotel with everything you need in close proximity 👌
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Does what it says on the tin. Accommodation basic but clean and comfortable. Bar and food menu a tad like a works canteen and food nurtured in the microwave. But ok overall for a pre-flight stay.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hilton Birmingham Metropole
It’s says it’s 50, it looks like it!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Moxy Birmingham NEC
Hotel was ideal for a short visit to the NEC. Room was spacious, quiet, comfortable and clean. Breakfast good quality and choice. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Earl Shilton
Narborough
Some popular features of Narborough include its bars and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Cosby Golf Club or Grace Road are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belvoir Castle and Bradgate Park.
Westcotes
While there might not be top attractions in Westcotes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like King Power Stadium and Welford Road Stadium.
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Curve Theatre while you're in town.
Clarendon Park
Though Clarendon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
