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What’s Onin Loughborough

& Charnwood 2019/2020

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Welcome to

LoughboroughYou’ll it!

One App.

Make the most of Loughborough’s local offers by downloading the FREE Love Loughborough Loyalty App. It’s the ‘must-have’ item for shopping, leisure, events and eating out in Loughborough town centre. Now with an integrated Local Guide, the App has information on where to park, local events, news and even interactive town trails such as Vegan Eats, Gluten-Free and Dog Friendly. Download or sign up at loveloughborough.co.uk/loyalty-card or direct from the Love Loughborough Facebook page.

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Love Loughborough gives you free Wi-Fi in the town centre. Look out for Love Free Wi-Fi on your device and connect by filling in the simple form or registering through social media.

This guide showcases the major events in the area but for a full listing of events please visit loveloughborough.co.uk/events or Facebook.com/LoveLoughborough.

Loughborough is a thriving, award-winning market town nestled in the heart of the glorious Charnwood Forest, offering a wide range of unique shops and markets, diverse eating out experiences, family attractions, exciting events and plenty of places to enjoy and explore.

Loughborough provides a wealthy mix of independent shops and market traders alongside the bigger brand names encouraging visitors to shop local and keep Loughborough High Street alive. With plentiful and affordable parking there is no need to travel far to get your shopping!

Entertainment and dining are second to none whether you are planning a party or looking for an exclusive dining experience. With a wide selection of independent bars, cafes and restaurants plus well known eateries, there is something for everyone. Check out the Loughborough Eating and Drinking Guide for a full list of where to go.

Looking for something to do with the family or fancy a night out without the kids? Loughborough is the place to be with two cinemas, theatre shows, escape rooms, a Laser Quest, archery experiences, climbing walls, steam trains, museums and the stunning Victorian Queen’s Park.

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Post your letter to Santa

11th November to 6th DecemberTylers Department Store

Send your Christmas list to Santa by 6th December and he’ll reply all the way from the North Pole. Remember to stick a stamp on the envelope!

The Nutcracker

10th November 2.30pm & 7.30pmLoughborough Town Hall

The Russian National Ballet presents this eternal seasonal favourite - an unforgettable journey in the run-up to Christmas and an ideal introduction to audiences of any age to the magic that is classical ballet. A wonderful treat full of glitter for the whole family!

Book tickets on 01509 231914 or online at loughboroughtownhall.co.uk

Jack and the Beanstalk

23rd November to 5th JanuaryLoughborough Town Hall

The team behind the 2018 five star smash-hit Beauty and the Beast are

back with the BIGGEST panto of them all with marvelous moosic, cow-ntless costumes and an udderly ridiculous dame with giant-sized jokes! Book tickets on 01509 231914 or online at loughboroughtownhall.co.uk

Santa Steam Trains

23rd November to 24th DecemberGreat Central Railway

Make your Christmas extra special by joining Santa on this magical Santa Steam Train. Advance booking is essential. Tickets available online at gcrailway.co.uk or by calling 01509 632323

Winter Wonderlights - A

Magical Journey by Steam

23rd November to 30th DecemberGreat Central Railway

A magical journey by steam train! See the Great Central Railway like you’ve never seen it before on our first time “Winter Wonderlights” experience. Tickets available online at gcrailway.co.uk or by calling 01509 632323

Winter Concert

23rd November 7:30pm Emmanuel Church, Loughborough

Winter concert for the Charnwood Orchestra.

Christmas Lights Switch On

with BBC Radio Leicester

24th November 10am to 7pm Loughborough Market Place

The festive season really starts with a bang with the Christmas Lights Switch On. Festive market and live entertainment. Switch on at 5pm.

Santa’s Grotto

24th November 12 noon to 7pm Loughborough Market Place

Visit Santa in his Grotto and don’t forget to post your Christmas List to Santa in his magical post box.

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Quorn Christmas Food &

Craft Trail

1st December 11am to 4pmQuorn Village

Over 60 stalls showcasing gifts, crafts and vintage goods with a gin bar, prosecco, street food and Christmas cheer at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the streets. Carol singing and music plus Quorn Christmas Lights Switch on at 5pm.

Facebook.com/quorn-food-and-craft-trail

Sock Christmas Art &

Craft Fair

24th November 11am to 5pm Sock Gallery, Loughborough Town Hall

Fantastic range of homemade local gifts perfect for filling your Christmas stockings.

Loughboroughtownhall.co.uk

Loughborough Christmas

Tree Festival

27th November to 1st December All Saints with Holy Trinity Loughborough

The beautiful Parish Church is host to over 120 decorated Christmas trees, created by local groups and businesses. See if you can spot the Love Loughborough tree! Refreshments, stalls, prizes and entertainment. All Santa Fun Run participants get FREE admission on Sunday when wearing their Santa suits.

Rotary’s Santa Fun Run &

Walk

1st December 11am Loughborough Town Centre

The 5k fun run or walk returns to the Market Place with over 1500 Santas. FREE Santa suit and medal for every entrant and FREE admission to the Loughborough Christmas Tree Festival when wearing your suit. Best Dressed Dog competition at 10.30am. Register at santa-fun-run.co.uk.

Email: [email protected]

Elf on a Shelf

1st to 2oth DecemberLoughborough Town Centre

Every week up until 20th December £50 Love Loughborough vouchers can be won to be spent in Elf participating businesses for Christmas. Find 12 of the hidden Elves and match their names to their locations.

For a full list of participating businesses and how to enter visit loveloughborough.co.uk/elves

Festival Concert Event 28th November - 7pm to 9pm

Folk Carols and Foaming Ale30th November - 8pm

Licenced bar, folk band and singers for a festive shindig!

Festival Singalong Event1st December - 4pm to 5pm

Tickets available on the door or from the Parish Office at Fearon Hall. Tel: 01509 217027

allsaintsloughborough.org.uk

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University Choir

Christmas Concert

4th December 7.30pmLoughborough University’s Martin Hall Theatre

Traditional carols, sing-alongs and some humorous numbers too!

Book tickets at lboro.ac.uk

Jackie & the Bean’s Talk

Panto

5th to 7th December 7.30pmGood Shepherd Hall, Loughborough

Don’t miss out on this popular annual panto! All monies raised goes to local charities.

Facebook.com/GoodShepherdStageGroup

Stonehurst Farm’s Victorian

Christmas Weekend

7th December 10am to 7pm8th December 10am to 5pmStonehurst Family Farm

Come and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of a real Victorian Christmas at Stonehurst Farm. Visit Father Christmas in the Victorian Farmhouse, browse the festive food & craft stalls among the glowing log braziers, brass bands, carol singers, live nativity and lots of festive cheers! stonehurstfarm.co.uk

Beaumanor Hall’s Winter

Fair

7th & 8th December 10am to 5pmBeaumanor Hall

Held in the marvellous Victorian Hall. Enjoy the many stalls offering local food, drink, handmade crafts and gifts, whilst listening to live music and taking part in festive activities and demos. Don’t forget to visit Santa’s Grotto! Beaumanorhall.co.uk/events

Santa’s Sleighboat

7th, 8th, 11th, 14th, 15th. 18th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd DecemberCanalside Moorings, Beeches Road

A magical Christmas experience on board Santa’s Sleighboat. Meet Santa and his Elves on an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Each child will receive a special gift from Santa with cakes, mince pies, hot and cold drinks included in the ticket price. Call 01509 265590 or email [email protected] to buy your tickets.

Charles Dickens presents:

A Christmas Carol

15th December, 7.30pmLoughborough Town Hall

Back for a third sell-out year, European Arts Company returns with a heart-warming evening in the presence of the author himself! Actor John O’Connor delightfully recreates Dickens’s famous performance of his best-loved ghost story.

Book tickets on 01509 231914 or online at Loughboroughtownhall.co.uk

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Aladdin

9th to 12th December, 7pmLoughborough College

Level 3 Year 1 Performing Arts present Aladdin. Tickets are available at the Box Office Café at Loughborough College.

Lboro.ac.uk

Mayor’s Community

Carol Service

18th December, 7pmAll Saints Holy Trinity Church

Annual Christmas Community Carols with the Mayor of Charnwood, celebrating the memories of Christmas past.

allsaintsloughborough.org.uk

FREE Christmas Wrapping

22nd December, 11am to 3pmCarillon Court Shopping Centre

Come and get all those last-minute Christmas gifts professionally wrapped for FREE by the Love Loughborough Elves. Shop local

and support our High Street this Christmas.

Loveloughborough.co.uk

Carols at the Carillon

24th December, 1pmCarillon Tower, Queen’s Park

Take a break for shopping and come and join in the carols around the Carillon Tower on Christmas Eve.

Carillontower.org

Christmas at Charnwood

Museum

Queen’s Park

Lots of festive fun and activities at the Museum throughout December. Can you find the crackers around the Museum? What will be inside? Come and have a go at the Christmas themed gallery game, Christmas Crackers, which will run from 10th to 24th December.

Try out the winter themed box of sensory activities at Tiny Tuesday’s

Festive Fun on 3rd December, 10.30 to 12.00 noon.

Tel: 01509 233754 for details

Facebook.com/CharnwoodMuseum

Free Christmas

Entertainment

Carillon Court Shopping CentreThe Rushes Shopping Centre

Look out for street entertainment, live music and festive activities in Loughborough’s two main shopping centres.

Facebook.com/CarillonCourtShoppingCentre

Facebook.com/RushesShopping

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National Holocaust

Memorial Event

27th January, 9.30amQueens Park

Memorial held to commemorate the Holocaust.

The Leicestershire Half

Marathon

23rd February, 9.30amPrestwold Hall Estate

Starting and finishing in front of the beautiful Prestwold Hall the course will head out onto the surrounding CLOSED ROADS of Loughborough, including a loop of the racetrack.

This course gives you the opportunity to take in the rural surroundings on traffic free roads!

leicestershirehalf.com

Adventure of A Yorkshire

Shepherdess - An Evening

with Amanda Owen

12th March, 7.30pmLoughborough Town Hall

In this frank, funny and informative new show, Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen shares heart-warming tales and honest anecdotes from her remarkable farming, family life in North Yorkshire. It’s a life that has almost gone in today’s modern world, one ruled by animals and the four seasons.


Paw Patrol

18th to 20th FebruaryGreat Central Railway

Come and see Paw Patrol favourites Chase and Marshall at the Great Central Railway. The heroic pups will be making an appearance so come and say hi! Visit gcrailway.co.uk for further information and to book tickets.

Michael Starring Ben

13th March, 7.30pmLoughborough Town Hall

Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK’s ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the Prince of Pop, but he’s honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.


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Loughborough Half

Marathon

5thApril, 9amLoughborough College

Starting and finishing at Charnwood College the route takes you through parts of Shepshed, Hathern and the beautiful Garendon Estate. A tough route but so rewarding when you cross that finish line. Facebook.com/officialoughboroughhalfmarathon

Rapunzel - A Tangled

Musical Tale

8thApril, 11am & 2pmLoughborough Town Hall

Immersion Theatre proudly presents a witty, tongue-in-cheek retelling of the family favourite complete with a laugh out loud script, a host of catchy songs, heaps of audience interaction, and an exciting array of magical characters!


Easter Vintage Festival

10th to 13thAprilGreat Central Railway

Step back in time and marvel at the traditional gallopers and big wheel, traction engines, craft stalls, vintage cars, live music and a mini real ale festival.

gcrailway.co.uk or call 01509 632323

Ian Waite and Vincent

Simone - Act Two

10thApril, 7.30pmLoughborough Town Hall

The fabulous Strictly Come Dancing stars promise a wonderful evening of variety dance, comedy and song.


Easter Family Trains

14th to 16thAprilGreat Central Railway

Lots of fun for the whole family with appearances from the Easter Bunny. gcrailway.co.uk or call 01509 632323

Queen’s Park Summer

Band Concerts

May to August, 2pmBand Stand, Queen’s Park

On most Sundays, bands will perform in Queen’s Park. FREE entry to all.Charnwood.gov.uk/queenspark

75th Anniversary to

commemorate VE Day

8th May, 10am to 4pmLoughborough Market Place

Event to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of VE Day.Charnwood.gov.uk

Easter Bunny Trail

Over Easter Half TermAround Loughborough Centre

There are over 40 bunnies hiding in shops across the town centre and it is your mission to find them!All you need is to do is find 12 Bunnies and match the name on their tag to the shop which you found them in. Entry forms can be downloaded from loveloughborough.co.uk.

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Classic & Vintage Vehicle

Festival

9th to 10th MayGreat Central Railway

Commercials, cars, tractors, bikes & more plus live bands.gcrailway.co.uk

Ceramics in Charnwood


Over 60 stalls showcasing the rich talent within Charnwood.

Facebook.com/CeramicsInCharnwood

Stonehurst Farm Spring

Country Fair

16th & 17th May, 9.30am Stonehurst Farm

Stonehurst Farm’s annual Spring Country Fair is a great family day out with great activities such as

face painting, birds of prey, pony grooming sessions, pony rides, heavy horse demonstrations, bar and hog roast, tractor rides and vintage fairground rides.

Stonehurstfarm.co.uk

Bike & Trike Show


Loughborough Market Place will be filled with bikes of all types plus live action stunts from Moto International & Stunted Reality. Great day out for all the family.

Facebook.com/Loughborough-Bike-and-Trike-Show

Leicestershire Pretty

Muddy 5K & Kids

17th May, 9.45am onwardsPrestwold Hall

Race for Life Pretty Muddy is a brilliant 5K muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame, crawl through the mud pit and have fun

with your friends whilst raising valuable funds for life saving research.

raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org

Glastonbudget

22nd to 24th MayTurnpost Farm, Wymeswold

The world’s biggest and best tribute festival. See bands such as Bootleg Beatles, Oasish, Mercury, The Kommitments to name but a few at one epic festival.

glastonbudget.org

Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever!

30th to 31st May, 10am, 1pm & 4pmLoughborough Town Hall

Prepare for the brand new Peppa Pig live show packed full of songs, games and laughter, it really is the best day ever for Peppa Pig fans!


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1940’s Wartime Weekend

5th to 7th JuneGreat Central Railway

This event has something for everyone with military displays, musical entertainment and even a fly over.

gcrailway.co.uk

Picnic in the Park at 40!

6th June, 12 noon to 5pm (stalls 11am)Queen’s Park

Charnwood Arts’ 40th Picnic in the Park welcomes all to an afternoon of arts, music, theatre and street entertainment as well as activities for all the family. Includes a special 400th anniversary event of the sailing of the Mayflower.

charnwoodarts.com

Open Farm Sunday

7th JuneVarious Farms in Charnwood

Each event will be unique with its own activities based around the

host farm’s own individual story. Activities during the day may include a farm walk, nature trail, tractor & trailer rides, pond dipping, activities for kids, mini farmers market or picnics. Everyone should visit a farm and discover the world of farming for themselves.

farmsunday.org

Race for Life 5K

14th June, 10amLoughborough Market Place

Join this year’s Race for Life 5K run or walk. Starting in the Market Place the run takes you through the beautiful Queen’s Park. A well supported event.

Raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org.

GCR Model Railway Event

19th to 21st June Great Central Railway

Why not combine the Loughborough Car Show with this great event? With over 70 layouts across the GCR’s stations this really is a model railway

dream. A cracking event for Father’s Day!

gcrailway.co.uk

Car Show

21st June, 10am to 4pmLoughborough Town Centre

This hugely popular show is back with everything from classics to modifieds, vintage to soap box racers, live music and demos - a Father’s Day favourite. A Love Loughborough and Charnwood Cruisers event.

Facebook.com/lborocarshow

Armed Forces Day

27th June, 10amLoughborough Town Centre

‘Loughborough Salutes the Armed Forces’ is organised by Charnwood Borough Council and supported by Love Loughborough, showcasing a display of military vehicles and equipment, face painting, military artefacts and other activities.

Charnwood.gov.uk

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The Great Rempstone

Steam & Country Show

11th & 12th July, 9am Gates Open Turnpost Farm, Wymeswold

Over 40 engines, a heritage funfair, trade stands, vintage and classic vehicles from agriculture and industry, bar and bands and a Champion dog show. Fun for all!

Rempstonesteam.org

The Garendon Gallop 10K

26th July, 10.30amGarendon Estate, Loughborough

A fantastic rare opportunity to run through the Garendon Park Estate. Hosted by Start to Finish Race Events.

Facebook.com/events/garendon-park-estate/the-garendon-gallop-10k

Summer Vintage Vehicle

Festival

1st & 2nd JulyGreat Central Railway

Step back in time and marvel at the traditional gallopers and big wheel, traction engines, craft stalls and much more.

gcrailway.co.uk

Mela

9th AugustLoughborough Town Centre

Loughborough Mela celebrates the town’s cultural and ethnic diversity. This free event is packed with fun family entertainment with an assortment of musical styles from South Asia and around the world.

Facebook.com/LoughboroughMela

Real Ale Festival

10th to 13th AugustGreat Central Railway

Great Central Railway’s annual beer festival returns for its thirteenth year and it is better than ever! Take your taste buds on a sensational journey at the award-winning beer festival.

gcrailway.co.uk

Stonehurst Farm 1940’s

War Time Event

15th to 16th AugustStonehurst Farm

Join us for our very popular annual 1940s weekend. Stalls, entertainment, battle re-enactments, music, food, activities, all with a fabulous 1940s theme throughout. Farm park, teashop and shop open as usual.

Stonehurstfarm.co.uk

Loughborough By the Sea

16th to 19th August, 10am to 4pmLoughborough Town Centre

Taking place over 4 days, join us for sandcastle competitions, donkey rides, Punch and Judy, fairground rides and much more.

We’ll also have a seaside trail for those junior explorers!

Facebook.com/Loughborough-By-The-Sea

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Dino Day

18th to 20th AugustGreat Central Railway

Great day for all the family meeting and learning about Dinosaurs!

gcrailway.co.uk

Countryside Show

31st August, 9.30am to 5pmBeacon Hill Country Park

The show boasts the very best of Countryside life and a food marketplace where you can taste freshly crafted local produce. Facebook.com/leicscountryparks

Edible Forest

11th to 20th September (TBC)Charnwood Forest

Amazing food and drink experiences in unique locations across the ancient woodlands of Charnwood Forest, including Tea in the Tower, Secret Gourmet and Safari Supper.

goleicestershire.com/Loughborough/edible-forest-festival

Dog Show

13th September, 10am to 4pmLoughborough Market Place

The ever popular dog show returns with classes covering all shapes and sizes. Keep your eye on the Love Loughborough Facebook page for all the details nearer to the time.

Facebook.com/loughboroughdogshow

Diwali Light Switch On

October (TBC) Market Place & Loughborough Town Hall

Diwali celebrations begin with the famous lights switch on at the Town Hall and is followed by an evening of music, dance and light in celebration of Diwali Switch on.

Charnwood.gov.uk

Halloween Steam and

Scream

30th to 31st OctoberGreat Central Railway

Dare you ride the dark ghost train? Who knows what ghastly creatures you will meet onboard… Evening family entertainment.

gcrailway.co.uk

Organ Recitals

Sunday evenings in August, 6pmAll Saints with Holy Trinity

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Loughborough RAG

Fireworks Extravaganza

7th November, 5.30pm Gates Open Loughborough University

The fireworks are back for another year with fairground rides, food outlets and two firework displays. The Hazelrigg building will be projected onto followed by the count down to the main fireworks choreographed to music.

Lboro.ac.uk

Bonfire Night

5th NovemberGreat Central Railway

Combine the magic of a train ride at night with a sensational fire work display. It’s a magical night out for all the family, It’s one of the biggest and best shows in Leicestershire so come along and join the fun.

gcrailway.co.uk

Remembrance Sunday

8th NovemberLoughborough Town Centre & Queen’s Park

Full programme of events including the Annual Remembrance Parade and the ringing of the Bells at All Saints Church at 7pm.

charnwood.gov.uk

Loughborough Fair

11th to 14th NovemberLoughborough Town Centre

Loughborough’s historic fair is back in the Market Place with old favourites and new rides for all the thrill seekers. Come along for the fair ride of your life or simply to walk round and take in the atmosphere.

charnwood.gov.uk

Madeline’s Gifts & Flowers

54 Wards End

Tel: 01509 214535

Email: enquiries@

madelinesgiftsandflowers.co.uk

madelinesgiftsandflowers.co.uk

Madeline’s Gift and Flowers offers bouquets using the freshest quality seasonal flowers designed to your request as well as a large range of gifts for most occasions, some of them handmade locally.

Madeline’s caters for Weddings as well as office and reception displays. A quote is provided in line with what flowers are available at the time. Wedding flowers can be delivered and arranged at the venue.

Madeline can also can provide a full range of funeral tributes from just a funeral spray to designer boards to reflect the person’s interests and deliver to the funeral director.

Seasonal and flowering bulbs are sold separately or as an arrangement and can also be sourced based specifically on customer request.

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Award-Winning Markets

Tel: 01509 634624 Email: [email protected] charnwood.gov.uk/markets

Loughborough Markets are good for bargains, local foods and vintage items and attract thousands of people to experience the hustle & bustle of a traditional market

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Loughborough Retail Market Every Thursday & Saturday 8am to 4pm

Loughborough’s award-winning market has been part of the town’s history for almost 800 years and is rich in character, atmosphere and colour. The market stalls sell an eclectic range of products from fresh produce to confectionary, clothing to household goods. Loughborough’s

weekly retail Markets are held on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8am-4pm, with around 125 traders selling a wide range of products, there’s something for everyone.

In 2017 the Loughborough Retail Market won the Best Large Outdoor Market of the Year Award.

Loughborough Farmers’ Market Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month 9am to 3pm

The Farmers’ Market is held on the second Wednesday of each month (except for November). Dependent upon seasonal variations, the Farmers’ Market has approximately 20 traders and producers from across the Midlands showcasing a wide range of local, organic and artisan

food & drink, including Melton Mowbray Pork Pies, Stilton Cheese and speciality meats.

Loughborough Vintage Market Every Friday 9am to 4pm

This popular, bustling and interesting Market has over 40 traders and offers an excellent selection of antiques, books, second-hand and collector’s items for sale.

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Cultural Entertainment

Loughborough is host to an array of comedy, music, theatre, films and exhibitions, boasting two cinemas and the premier show venue of Loughborough Town Hall. Look out for the giant outdoor cinema showing sports and films plus ‘Shakespeare in the Garden’ in pub venue gardens. Make an evening of it by visiting one of the town’s many eateries.

Active Town Centre

Good for skating at Southfield’s Park, a full array of activities at Loughborough Leisure Centre, rock climbing at the Climbing Station and a medieval experience at Archery Legends. Loughborough University is host to national and international sporting events with first class facilities. If you like to run then don’t miss Race for Life, Loughborough Half Marathon or the Santa Fun Run.

Eating Out

Loughborough is great for indulging and socialising with artisan chocolate, authentic pizzas, award-winning cafés and amazing street food. The town has a wide selection of restaurants and bistros to cater for all tastes, including vegan and

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Tranquil Queen’s Park

Good for picnics and chilling out. Home to the Carillon Tower, Charnwood Museum, bowling green, Victorian bandstand, kid’s play area and even a swan shaped maze. A great outdoor venue for events including the Summer Picnic in the Park.

gluten-free options. Check out Love Loughborough’s new Eating & Drinking Guide for a full list of eateries.

Nights Out

With nightclubs and late opening bars you can dance the night away to 4am in Loughborough town centre. Head to Wards End, Baxter Gate and The Rushes area of late night party fun! All clubs and bars are part of Pub Watch which creates a safe and enjoyable night out for all.

Shopping

From boutique independent shops to major national stores, there is no need to travel into the cities for all your shopping requirements –Loughborough has it all. Three

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Baxter’s Tearoom

Baxter Gate

Tel: 01509 264164


Baxterstearoom.co.uk

Baxter’s Tearoom is a family-run business based on Baxter Gate in Loughborough. The traditionally English Tearoom has a menu dedicated to everything homemade and local wherever possible. The pretty walk-in Tearoom serves breakfast, light lunches, freshly made sandwiches, homemade cakes and scones.

To make that special occasion memorable, the elegant Vintage Tearoom on the first floor can be booked for English Afternoon Tea, perfect for family celebrations and larger gatherings.

The décor is fresh, light and bright with pretty vintage styling and ‘home from home’ touches throughout which both compliments the age and style of the 1920’s building and creates an atmosphere which is very warm and welcoming.

Shopping Centres are all within easy walking distance of the Market Place compliment the unique and quirky independent shops. Don’t forget to download the LoyalFree App to claim your discounts and local offers.

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Relaxing Riverside

The Loughborough Wharf of the Grand Union Canal sits on the edge of the town centre and offers world cuisine, cocktails, retail and fitness by the waterside.

A Bit of History

Charnwood Museum and Loughborough Library both hold events throughout the year. Step back in time at the Great Central Railway and enjoy one of the many themed steam train experiences.

Visit the ancient Old Rectory Museum and All Saints with Holy Trinity Parish Church or take a tour around the famous John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum. Surrounded by the ancient Charnwood Forest, Loughborough has so much to offer.

For further details on things to do and places to visit please download the Loughborough & Charnwood Visitor Guide at goleicestershire.com/loughborough

Places to Stay

Why not extend your visit and stay at one of Loughborough’s hotels or B&Bs.

Holywell Guest House 68 Leicester Road Tel: 01509 731894 Email: [email protected] Holywellguesthouse.com

Premier Inn Southfield Road Tel: 0333 321 9242 Premierinn.com

Travelodge Bridge Street Tel: 0371 984 6252 Travelodge.co.uk

The Ramada Hotel 22 High Street Tel: 01509 233222 Ramadaloughborough.com

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Pickworth Furnishing

61 Wards End

Tel: 01509 235236


pickworthfurnishing.co.uk

Pickworth Furnishing, Loughborough’s oldest established family-owned business, located on the corner of Wards End and Devonshire square in the centre of Loughborough specialises in fine dining furniture, luxury upholstery and quality furnishing accessories and unusual giftware sourced from around the world.

Founded in 1840, selling carpets and drapery Pickworths also manufactured decorative goatskin rugs which were highly sought after and sold throughout Europe including to Royalty. The original premises on the corner of Market Place and Biggin Street were demolished and replaced in 1930 to allow the A6 widening. In the 1980s the business moved to the present site and furniture became the mainstay of the business. A high level of personal service and expert knowledge from Michael (6th generation) and his experienced staff is assured.

Murdoch’s Eatery & Bar

18 Church Gate

Tel: 01509 263163


Murdochs-loughborough.com

Murdoch’s can be found in Church Gate, Loughborough, the perfect spot between Market Place and the Rushes. Whatever the time of day, our family run eatery has something on the menu for you! Stop by for a family meal, a lunch date or a take-out snack, a coffee-stop with mum, a after school treat or a glass of champagne and a tapas-style sharing stand with friends. We also offer great coffee with a selection of teas or soft drinks and we have a licensed bar.

If it’s a private function that you are looking for then we can provide the idea venue for a Christmas Party, Birthdays, Charity event or even a group meeting – whatever the reason for hiring just get in touch to find out how we can accommodate you.

The Emporium Gift Shop & Tearoom

3 Wards End

Tel: 07890 321291


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A great way to buy beautiful gifts, crafts and artwork as well as a range of handmade sandwiches, salads, savouries and delicious cakes and scones.

You will also be supporting Loughborough Wellbeing Cafe Project which benefits adults in Charnwood living with mental health issues. We also encourage and support cafe members to volunteer in the shop as part of their ongoing recovery.

Official Stockist of Frenchic Furniture Paint®.

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