HMP Leicester is a category B men's prison located in Leicester, England. It was established in 1828 and is one of the oldest prisons in the country. The facility primarily houses inmates who are serving medium to long-term sentences. The prison has a capacity of around 600 prisoners and offers various rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing reoffending. In addition to standard incarceration, HMP Leicester provides educational and vocational training opportunities to help inmates reintegrate into society upon release.