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Leics & Rutland

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I'm Keya, editor of Muddy Leics & Rutland, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

New year, new fitness routine? We're with you! Here's the Muddy edit of stylish sportswear that'll have you in tip-top form in no time.

Our curated A-Z of the grooviest local businesses

Sneak peek inside new indie restaurant NineBThe trendy new restaurant/bar is opening this week. Want to know who is heading up the kitchen and what's on the menu? Read on.
Special Muddy hotel deal!January getting you down? I know, go on holiday. Marvellous Muddy extras for you and yours if you book one of the five stunning Luxury Family Hotels before 31 Jan. Get in quick!
Book now! The 2020 cultural picks you must not missThere's a ridiculous amount of amazing art, books, film, TV, music and theatre landing this year. Get that calendar out pronto – it’s going to be a busy year.
12 ways to get your creative juices flowing in the new yearBored of your regular routine? Fed up of Netflix and chilling and looking for something fun? Here's 12 creative and exciting classes to help start your new year off with a bang.
January news: Read all about itNosey parker, moi? If it’s happening in the ‘hood, I’ve got the gossip.

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This Weekend

FRI 17 JAN - SUN 19 JAN 2020

This Week

MON 13 JAN - FRI 17 JAN 2020

This Month

JANUARY 2020

Little Black Book

The latest handpicked businesses we think you’ll love

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Best January cheap eats

Caned the credit card at Christmas? Then swanky dinner dates are probably off the menu this month. Cue the Muddy-approved cheap-ish, chic dining spots.
- Sneak peek inside new indie restaurant NineB
  
  The trendy new restaurant/bar is opening this week. Want to know who is heading up the kitchen and what's on the menu? Read on.
- Veganuary 2020: How to live the plant life locally
  
  If you're tucking into your chicken and pine nut pesto wrap for lunch, you clearly missed the memo. It's Veganuary didn't you know so to make things a little easy, we've hunted out the best vegan-friendly places in and around the city from beauty to beer.
- Leicester’s newest indie restaurant NineB
  
  There's a new indie kid on the block opening in Jan 2020 and we're super excited about this one. Bagsy one of those tables in the middle!
- FIFTY EIGHT
  
  This cosy but chic neighbourhood restaurant serves coffee by day and turns it up a notch at night by offering simple flavoursome food.

School Reviews

Our honest reviews of the UK’s best schools

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Fun Finder

Making plans? Find your perfect Pub, Inn, Hotel, Café, Restaurant or Bar across the Muddy counties.

Call me Cupid! 46 romantic stays across the Muddy counties

In the mood for love? Of course you are, pussy cat! Here, allow us to assist with the rumpy pumpy with 46 romantic boltholes across the Muddy counties.
- Planning to escape to Cornwall?
  
  Then head for these five stunning parts in this corker of a county, all with gorgeous rental properties nearby.
- Insider’s Guide to Uppingham
  
  Thinking of planning an overnighter or a weekend away? You don't need to venture far to have fun. Here is your Muddy guide to the best places to eat, drink, stay and play in Uppingham, Rutland.

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FESTIVE FASHION SORTED

Need some advice on how to put together some festive fashion-savvy looks? Stand out from the crowd with our pick of the best outfits from Muddy’s fave indie designer.
- How to do sofa chic
  
  Never mind all the parties, the thing we're most looking forward to this Christmas is hunkering down at home. Here's what we'll be wearing - just accessorise with a book and mince pie.
- Shake up your style
  
  Throw out the rule book, become a fashion rebel and ring the changes this festive season - voilà, our top style tips for rebooting your wardrobe.

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- BEST BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDARS
  
  Counting the days until Christmas? We can help with that. Voila, five of the best luxe beauty advent calendars available to buy right now.
- RE:NU HAIR STUDIO
  
  Leigh-Anne Regan has worked with GHD, Revlon and even styled hair for Suki Waterhouse. Yeah, I think I'll can let her loose on mine!

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Happy new year, happy new read!

What kind of insaniac leaves the house in January? Retire to the sofa pronto and get stuck intoone of these enthralling new literary picks.
- Book now! The 2020 cultural picks you must not miss
  
  There's a ridiculous amount of amazing art, books, film, TV, music and theatre landing this year. Get that calendar out pronto – it’s going to be a busy year.
- Muddy’s 10 best books of 2019
  
  So many rip-roaring reads, so little time. But Muddy has made it easy for you - here's our definitive list of the year's best books. Get stuck in!
- REVIEW: Giraffes Can’t Dance
  
  We ventured deep into the African jungle to watch the annual dance competition where animals of every shape and size go to waltz, tango & cha cha cha! What did we score it? Find out here.
- It’s Panto Time 2019
  
  It's what you've all been waiting for. Oh no it isn't! Oh yes it is! Oh no.... OK, enough! Here are the perkiest pantos in Leicestershire, Rutland and beyond. You ready, Widow Twanky?

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PICK OF THE WICKS: FAVOURITE FRAGRANT CANDLES

The best scented candles I’ve found locally – perfect for gifts (and, er, self-gifting). And relaaaaax.
- Book Now: The Grange
  
  Looking for a posh pad for a big celebration or a family reunion/staycation? This house has eight bedrooms, a games room, two lounges and its own cinema and you can book the entire thing.
- 3 party cocktails – ready, steady, shake!
  
  Step away from the Chablis and try something different! We've got 5 copies of a cool new cocktail book to give away - and here are three autumn liveners from it to whet your whistle.
Wellbeing
- How to feel happy and healthy this year
  
  Expert tips on how to boost your mental health and happiness and get you raring to go in 2020.
- Pampering tips for your pooch
  
  It's not only us humans who need a little TLC in the winter months. Our four legged friends can also do with a little pampering. Woof!

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We’re hiring!

Based in Leicestershire, proud to be a local and want to work for fantabulous lifestyle platform Muddy Stilettos? You’re in the right place if you’re a cool, confident and experienced sales bod.
- 5 killer tips for better work/life balance
  
  The juggle is real - and not going anywhere - so how the hell can we get it right?! Let's ask...
- Wanna work for Muddy?
  
  Muddy Leicestershire and Rutland is looking for a brilliant intern! Could this be you or someone...
Kids
- Christmas fun for the family
  
  From Christmas cooking for the kids to a Christmas murder mystery as well as an 'Adults only' panto, here's 22 fabulously festive things to do which will keep everyone in the family happy.
- It’s Panto Time 2019
  
  It's what you've all been waiting for. Oh no it isn't! Oh yes it is! Oh no.... OK, enough! Here are the perkiest pantos in Leicestershire, Rutland and beyond. You ready, Widow Twanky?

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GBBO contestant, Priya O’Shea

We’re chuffed that she’s repping Leicester on this year’s series of The Great British Bake Off. Here’s everything you need to know about the amateur baker.
- Creative and talented
  
  Full-time sign writer and hand lettering enthusiast, Lorna Dunn has worked with tonnes of fab indie businesses which means she knows some of the best places locally so it was a no-brainer to ask her all about them...
- Meet Tamsin Winter
  
  Local author Tamsin Winter discusses her new book, why it's not a good idea to run in 40 degree heat and how she's survives without a TV!
- Meet fab florist, Amanda Steele
  
  Amanda Steele has been frolicking with flowers for as long as she can remember it's no wonder that her amazing handiwork work has been featured all over the world. Here we find out where she likes to hang out locally in Rutland.
- Where does a Michelin trained chef like to eat?
  
  Born and raised in Leicestershire, Bee Patel's worked her way through some of the UK's best...