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Leicester car hire tips
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Where to pick up your car
The closest car rental brand to Leicester train station is Avis – it takes just over 10 mins to walk there (1.1km).
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Top car rental brands
The most popular car rental brands in Leicester are Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Budget and Keddy.
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Average temperatures
Warmest month: July (16°C)
Coldest month: January (4°C) -
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Hire a car in Leicester
Leicester is a historic and multicultural city on the rise.
Over a third of its population is Asian and more than one hundred languages spoken are spoken on its streets. So perhaps unsurprisingly, it has been tapped on the shoulder to become Britain’s first “plural city” – where no ethnic group is the majority.
The city’s Roman heritage, royal remains and champion football club, provide a variety of tourist attractions as well. Leicester's two universities mean that youthful vibes keep the city wide awake into the night and an influx of new ideas are propelling the city forward.
Car rental in Leicester – the numbers
Frequently asked questions
Q. What is the most popular rental length in Leicester?
A. Seven to eight days.
Q. When is the most popular time to rent a car in Leicester?
A. July.
Q. What's the best value car hire brand in Leicester?
A. Hertz is the cheapest car rental brand in Leicester, offering cars from just £9 per day.
*Based on easyCar real booking data.
Fast facts
| Cheapest month / most expensive month | Average cost per day of car hire in Leicester |
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| February | £11.90 |
| April | £19.20 |
| Car type | Average cost per day of car hire in Leicester |
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| Mini | £12.60 |
| Economy | £14.20 |
| Compact | £17.90 |
Multicultural influences
Golden Mile
Leicester's strong cultural diversity has contributed to what may be regarded as the city’s most notable neighbourhood – the Golden Mile.
This section of Leicester's historic Belgrave Road is brimming with traditional Indian culture, from aroma rich restaurants to spice and sweet shops and clothing stores. The area has the largest concentration of Indian jewellery shops outside of India, making it feel as if you’ve found yourself at a true Indian bazaar.
The Golden Mile is also hosts the dazzling Hindu Festival of Light, Diwali, each October or November. Six thousand lamps decorate Belgrave Road, attracting more than 35,000 people.
Points of interest near Leicester
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Leicester
Great links to the M1, perfect for travelling north or south.
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Nottingham
Best known for its medieval tales about Robin Hood and the invention of the lace making machine.
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Cambridge
A university town dating back to 1209, famed for it Gothic chapel and notable graduates, including Stephen Hawking.
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Stratford-upon-Avon
Medieval market town and the birthplace of William Shakespeare.
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Skegness
A popular seaside town with beaches, an attractive pier and the first Butlins holiday resort.
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Just a drive away
Belvoir Castle
Distance: 43km
Time: 50 minutes
Parking: Located down a steep hill from the castle
This has been the ancestral home of the Dukes of Rutland for almost 1000 years. Three versions of the castle were built and subsequently destroyed on the property before the grand Regency house currently standing on the estate was built in the 1800s. Belvoir, meaning beautiful view, is true to its name.
Calke Abbey
Distance: 35km
Time: 45 minutes
Parking: Available 50 metres from the castle entrance
Despite its name, this site was never actually an abbey. During the 12th century, it was an Augustinian priory, before eventually becoming a stately home. Hidden within secluded park land, it was a family home until 1985. Today, it is deliberately displayed in the manner it was found in – a state of decline.
Rockingham Castle
Distance: 42km
Time: 45 minutes
Parking: Located immediately outside the castle entrance
Built by William the Conqueror, this castle was once a royal bastion and hunting lodge. It has been a family owned castle for 450 years, after Henry VIII granted it to the Watson family. It has spectacular views overlooking the Welland Valley and 18 acres of gardens.
