10 Sep 2013
Steampunk short break launched to celebrate popular new sci-fi genre
Leicester and Leicestershire is embracing the 'Steampunk' genre with the launch of a new short break aimed at this growing generation of sci-fi enthusiasts.
Steampunk encompasses fashion, culture, art, and architecture, typically featuring steam-powered machinery and inspired by a futuristic view of the industrialised Victorian age. IBM's recent Social Sentiment Index predicted that Steampunk will be the big new trend from 2013 to 2015.
The new Steampunk short break in Leicester and Leicestershire from 29 November to 1 December 2013 includes entry to three Steampunk/Victorian-inspired events, plus two nights B&B accommodation for just £189 for two adults (individual and family packages are also available). For more information or to book tickets for this unique short break, visit www.goleicestershire.com/short-breaks/Steampunk_break.aspx or call the Visit Leicester centre on 0844 888 5181.
The Steampunk break includes:
• two nights B&B at Holiday Inn Leicester City
• tickets to the evening event 'New Age of Discovery' at Snibston on Friday 29 November www.snibston.org.uk
• spend the day at National Space Centre's free Steampunks in Space event on Saturday 30 November www.spacecentre.co.uk/special-events/steampunks-in-space
• enjoy early bird dining discounts at city restaurants on Saturday 30 November
• return to National Space Centre with tickets for the evening event 'Saloon at the Wrong End of the Universe' on Saturday 30 November
• check out on Sunday 1 December and visit Melton's Victorian Christmas Fayre - www.victorian-fayre.co.uk - before heading off home
• preferential rates on taxis to and from evening venues
About Leicester Shire Promotions:
Leicester Shire Promotions is the tourism organisation for Leicester and Leicestershire. The company works in partnership with Leicester City Council, Leicestershire County Council, the Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership, VisitEngland and the local tourism industry to deliver campaigns and services to attract more visitors to the city and county. For more information, go to www.visitleicester.info or www.goleicestershire.com, or follow us on Twitter at @l_p_l
For further media information, please contact:
Simon Gribbon
Leicester Shire Promotions
T: 0116 225 4001
