Judge Simon Hammond has been providing justice in the court of law for more than 23 years. Following his retirement last year, he reflects on…
It’s hard not to notice the striking green exterior of Leicester YMCA. This Grade II listed building has become a major landmark in the city…
Comedian Rob Gee was recently announced as Patron for mental health charity, LAMP. Here he talks to Pukaar about what the role means to him.…
Lord Willy Bach, speaks to Pukaar Magazine about his role as Police and Crime Commissioner and why he’s for local neighbourhood policing and how he hopes…
Pukaar Magazine’s Jessica Challoner-Sterland looks back over the 168-year history of Leicester’s New Walk Museum and Art Gallery. New Walk Museum and Art Gallery is…
The 70th anniversary of India’s independence that that was celebrated this year was a date of historical significance, with a social and cultural depth that…
If this year’s 70th anniversary of the Partition of India teaches us anything, it’s that forced mass migration, and the extraordinary extent to which individuals…
Dr Monia Acciari, Lecturer in Film and Television History at De Montfort University has put together a unique exhibition celebrating 70 years of India’s Independence.…
To mark 50 years since the death of English playwright Joe Orton, Pukaar Magazine looks back at his life and unique work which helped to…
The Real Junk Food Café in Leicester aims to revolutionise the way we look at food waste, encourage creative cooking while feeding as many bellies…
PUKAAR MAGAZINE SPEAKS TO SOPHIE COTTIS-ALLAN AND REBECCA SPILANE, THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND GRASSROOTS ORGANISATION, LE SOLIDARITY. What started off as a Facebook group back…
PUKAAR MAGAZINE LOOKS BACK AT SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE CENTRE’S INCREDIBLE 36-YEAR HISTORY. Established in 1981 on Churchill Street in Leicester, the Centre…
British Historian, Nicola Tallis speaks about the idea and extensive research behind her first non-fiction biography, Crown of Blood: The Deadly Inheritance of Lady Jane…
Escape the bustle of the city for the tranquil countryside and visit one of Rutland’s smaller market towns. With its distinctive honey-coloured buildings, Uppingham boasts…
Shining the spotlight on talented young people aged between 8-25, Leicester’s Got Talent has quickly become a highly-anticipated event, and its 6th year proved no…
Leicester’s Deputy City Mayor, Rory Palmer looks back at some of Britain’s remarkable sporting events and those who helped make them possible. As we enjoyed…
Visit your local museum to discover the hidden treasures of Leicester and afar. If you’re looking for a family- filled day out or wanting…
Pukaar Magazine’s Adam Shaw met with Rabbi Shmuli Pink to discuss Leicester’s thriving Jewish community. Like the Irish, Jewish people take great pride in…
