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Great Central Railway held their Autumn Steam Gala, Featuring four days of intensive timetabled engine movement along the line I took a trip to Rothley station to see the various arrivals and departures over the course of the Friday afternoon and early evening. From goods trains to double header express trains and even a cheeky diesel loco there was something for everyone. We begin at Leicester North but it's not long before we find ourselves arriving at the picturesque Rothley Station kept immaculately by a dedicated group of volunteers and station staff some of whom we see throughout the film. So take a step back in time (no TARDIS required) and witness the lost era of steam at one of Leicester and Leicestershire`s great attractions the ‪GCR‬ another great reason to ‪Visit Leicester.

In March 2022 the Culture and Tourism department of Blaby District Council "Visit Blaby" created a Light Projection Show at the Sowden Group-owned Blaby Hall. Featuring " A one of a kind story celebrating our local area and attractions told through magical imagery and music." The event brought together various groups, events and attractions into a "highlights reel" of all the area has to offer. Look out for The Victory Show, Glenfield Tunnel and more all previously featured here on this very channel. The projection also used 3D mapping to give the illusion of Blaby house itself being built brick by brick and a high speed trip through the Glenfield Tunnel in a view not dissimilar to those seen by train drivers during it`s time as a working underground railway line. As well as the light show, there were lantern decorating competitions for children and stalls selling local gifts, produce, food and drink. The event was funded by The European Regional Develo...