History

Explore a wealth of old photos from Clarendon Park’s past and find out about the history of the area all the way back to its 19th century origins. Enjoy a glimpse into Clarendon Park’s social and architectural history through old photos, postcards and curated memories of Leicester’s history. You’ll be surprised at the colourful stories behind some of the familiar streets and buildings you see every day.

Keeping watch: the wyvern atop the gable of 19 East Avenue

Fame & Infamy in the Avenues

East, Central, West and ‘The’ Avenues are some of the oldest streets in Clarendon Park. The land on which they stand was bought by a businessman…

Number 64: This stunning building on Clarendon Park Road has been a Liberal club, cinema and hosiery warehouse

In the beginning: Notable buildings of CP

When you’ve lived somewhere for a while you tend to stop noticing things. Consumed by the day-to-day routines of home and work it’s easy to take…