The Magazine Gateway
The Magazine Gateway, Oxford Street, leicester, Leicestershire, Le1 5wh
15th century entrance gateway to the former Newarke religious precinct that was later used to store the weaponry and gunpowder of the town's militia during the English Civil War. During the 20th century it was used as a WWI recruiting station. Interesting features of the building include historical graffiti dating back to the 16th century.
Enjoy a FREE short tour around this fascinating and well-known medieval building with one of our Blue badge guides.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 20 September:
- 11,12 and 1pm
Location & directions
The Magazine Gateway, Oxford Street, leicester, Leicestershire, Le1 5wh
- Directions:
- Postcode is LE1 5WH
- Contact on day:
- Reception Newarke Houses Museum
- Telephone number:
- +441162254980
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- leicestermuseums.org/whats-on
- Booking contact name:
- Stefanie Tyler-Divine
- Booking telephone number:
- +441162254980
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.leicestermuseums.org
- Alternative booking website:
- https://leicestermuseums.org/whats-on
- Booking opens:
- 21 Jun 2025 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 20 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
Spiral staircase. Sensible shoes must be worn. No disabled access. No toilets on site
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
