Leicester, your Uber is arriving now!

From the burial site of Richard III to the National Space Centre, Leicester is a trove of national treasures. As of today, we’re very proud to be the latest kids on the block to be calling Leicester home. From 4pm, you’ll be able to request a car at the touch of a button.

So whether you’re planning a night out on Belvoir Street, cheering on the Tigers at Welford Road, or splashing the cash at Highcross, you’ll never be more than a tap away from a reliable ride.

How do the fares measure up?*

*Fares approximate and based on expected length of trip.

New to Uber? Get £15 off your first ride with the promo code

LEICESTER15

Tap “Promotions” in-app to add the code**

How does it work?

– Download Uber onto your phone and create your account

– Position the pin on the map at your current location to request a car and track its arrival in-app

– Use the in-app fare estimator to see how much your trip will cost

– Share your ETA to let the folks at home know when you’ll be arriving

– Sharing an Uber with friends? Split the fare to share the cost and see your savings stack up***

So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to start requesting!

The first 200 riders will also find a special welcome surprise waiting for them in their car.**** We’re working hard at getting more cars onto the road as the weeks progress, so if you can’t get a car first time round, keep trying. If you’ve got feedback or a quick ‘ay up me duck’ to send our way, you can get in touch by emailing supportUK@uber.com or tweeting @UberUK

**Terms and conditions apply

***Share my ETA text charged at your usual rate. You may incur a small card charge to split the fare with each additional person.

****Limited supply, Uber does not guarantee availability and is not liable for lack of availability of any swag bags or promotional goods; Uber reserves the right to cancel or terminate the promotion, including the award of swag bags, early and without any notice whatsoever.