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Warm welcome volunteers celebrate success

5 June 2026 HBBC

Forty warm welcome group leaders and volunteers gathered at the George Ward Centre, Barwell recently to celebrate achievements and share ideas, challenges and best practice at the third annual event.

General HBBC News

Public invited to comment on proposed Article 4 Direction for Barwell and Earl Shilton

22 May 2026 HBBC

Residents, landlords and businesses can have a say on proposals that would give the council greater control over where new Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) are located in Barwell and Earl Shilton.

General HBBC News

Work begins to restore The Cock Inn pub in Sibson

22 May 2026 HBBC

Restoration work to bring The Cock Inn pub in Sibson back into good repair is now under way, marking a welcome step forward for the historic building.

General News

Dream jobs offering chance to live in Bradgate Park for half price on offer

18 May 2026 Leicester Mercury

If you’re a lover of the outdoors, this role is for you

General HBBC News

Proms in the Park returns for 2026

15 May 2026 HBBC

Hinckley’s Hollycroft Park will come alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returns on Saturday 6 June.

General HBBC News

Councillor Cathie Gibbens becomes new Hinckley and Bosworth Mayor

13 May 2026 HBBC

One of the highlights of the civic year took place on Tuesday (12 May) at Annual Council when the new Mayor of the Borough was installed for the next 12 months.

General HBBC News

New plaque unveiled at Hinckley war memorial

12 May 2026 HBBC

Crowds gathered to pay their respects as a new memorial plaque was unveiled at the war memorial in Argents Mead, Hinckley on Saturday (9 May).

General HBBC News

New plaque to be unveiled at Hinckley war memorial

6 May 2026 HBBC

A new memorial plaque will be unveiled at the war memorial in Argents Mead, Hinckley, on Saturday 9 May.

General HBBC News

Homes bought to keep local homeless families out of hotels and hostels

6 May 2026 HBBC

A council-backed scheme is moving homeless local families into suitable, affordable homes while they wait for a permanent place to live.

General HBBC News

Hinckley Leisure Centre celebrates 10th anniversary

1 May 2026 HBBC

Hinckley Leisure Centre is celebrating its 10th anniversary this May after welcoming nearly seven million visits since opening in 2016.

General HBBC News

Councillors approve extra planning checks for shared houses

23 April 2026 HBBC

Councillors have introduced extra planning checks on new shared houses in and around Hinckley town centre.

General HBBC News

Hinckley to host new textile art exhibition

21 April 2026 HBBC

Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery will celebrate its roots when it hosts a free-to-attend art showcase and demonstrations this May (15-29).

General HBBC News

Councillors set to approve proposed extra planning checks for shared houses

15 April 2026 HBBC

Councillors are set to introduce extra planning checks on new shared houses in and around Hinckley town centre.

General News

I visited Leicestershire’s ‘poshest village’ and joined the afternoon tea club

11 April 2026 Leicester Mercury

‘We have five tearooms all within walking distance, which I think says a lot about us’

General News

‘They’re building hundreds of homes on Leicester’s green lungs’

10 April 2026 Leicester Mercury

The former Western Park Golf Course site alone is marked for over 400 houses

General HBBC News

Borough Council secures local facilities for ongoing use

2 April 2026 HBBC

Playgrounds in Ratcliffe Culey and Fenny Drayton will remain open and available for local families after the Borough Council took on the leases to secure their ongoing use.

General HBBC News

New book exchange scheme launched to celebrate National Year of Reading

1 April 2026 HBBC

A new book exchange scheme will be available at Borough Council events in Hinckley town centre throughout 2026.

General HBBC News

Town set to celebrate St George’s Day 2026

1 April 2026 HBBC

Final preparations are now underway to celebrate St George’s Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment in Argents Mead, Hinckley town centre.

General News

Bradgate Park ruins to reopen to the public as huge restoration project continues

26 March 2026 Leicester Mercury

More than 7,000 handmade bricks have been used to stabilise the ruins at the Newtown Linford beauty spot

General HBBC News

Music in the Mead concerts return for 2026

24 March 2026 HBBC

The popular Music in the Mead series of concerts will return to Argents Mead, Hinckley in 2026.

General HBBC News

Borough hosts 11th Rural Conference

20 March 2026 HBBC

The annual Rural Conference, organised by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, was recently held at Mythe Barn, Sheepy Magna, attracting delegates from across the borough.

General News

Work starts on Leicestershire homes in ‘truly special location’ near Bradgate Park

20 March 2026 Leicester Mercury

The site will be located in one of the county’s ‘most desirable’ locations

General News

‘Loughborough should be the UK’s Town of Culture – don’t underestimate it’

19 March 2026 Leicester Mercury

The town is one of six in Leicestershire going for the £3 million prize

General HBBC News

Borough Council joins national summit to secure the future of council housing

18 March 2026 HBBC

A national summit aimed at securing the future of council housing has brought together political leaders and senior local authority officers.

General News

Plans approved for 40-home development off Leicestershire road despite claim it’s ‘a death waiting to happen’

17 March 2026 Leicester Mercury

The developer says the homes will be delivered to a high standard

General News

Look around country estate near Bradgate Park on the market for £3.75m

15 March 2026 Leicester Mercury

The property is also near to a National Trust house

General HBBC News

Borough Council issues statement on premises at 3 Chapel Street, Barwell

12 March 2026 HBBC

HBBC is working closely with the operator of the premises at 3 Chapel Street, Barwell to ensure it operates within its existing planning permission and licence when it reopens later this week.

General News

The 20 best restaurants across Leicestershire according to your reviews

8 March 2026 Leicester Mercury

We have rounded-up some of the flavours most enjoyed by you

General HBBC News

Council leaders meet senior NHS officials to progress plans for Hinckley health facilities

2 March 2026 HBBC

The Leader of Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council Stuart Bray, and Chief Executive Bill Cullen together with their deputies Cllr Mark Bools and Sharon Stacey, have met with senior NHS officials.

General News

The best GP practices in Leicestershire as one rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission

20 February 2026 Leicester Mercury

The best GP practices in Leicestershire as one rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission

General HBBC News

Public invited to comment on proposed Article 4 Direction for Hinckley

18 February 2026 HBBC

Residents, landlords and businesses are invited to have their say on proposals that would give this council greater control over where new Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are located in Hinckley.

General HBBC News

Statement by Council Leader on the closure of Lloyds Bank, Hinckley

12 February 2026 HBBC

Council Leader, Cllr Stuart Bray said: “I am very disappointed to learn of the announcement that Lloyds Bank will be closing its Hinckley branch on 10 June 2026.

General HBBC News

New investment will secure 30 years of habitat enhancement in Hinckley & Bosworth

11 February 2026 HBBC

A landmark agreement will secure the maintenance and enhancement of Burbage Common and Woods for the next 30 years.

General HBBC News

Food waste recycling caddies to be delivered from next week

10 February 2026 HBBC

Caddies for the new food waste recycling scheme will be delivered to homes in Hinckley and Bosworth from Monday 16 February.

General HBBC News

Land for sale, exclusively for development as a crematorium

9 February 2026 HBBC

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council is offering for sale land off the A47 Leicester Road, Earl Shilton exclusively for development as a crematorium.

General News

Flood alerts remain across Leicestershire as residents advised to ‘act now’ in one area

7 February 2026 Leicester Mercury

Some river levels are expected to remain high until Saturday evening (February 7)

General News

Several flood alerts issued across Leicestershire with problems ‘expected’ in one area

6 February 2026 Leicester Mercury

People are being urged to be prepared

General HBBC News

Have your say on future of local government in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

5 February 2026 HBBC

Communities are encouraged to have their say in a Government consultation on the future of local government in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

General HBBC News

Consultation launched on future of governance in Hinckley

28 January 2026 HBBC

Those with an interest in the town of Hinckley are invited to give their views on the future of its governance.

General HBBC News

Borough Council confirms line‑up of free community events for 2026

28 January 2026 HBBC

The Borough Council is delighted to announce a full programme of free community events taking place throughout 2026.

General News

Teenager dies after Leicestershire village crash sees car hit tree

22 January 2026 Leicester Mercury

Police said the vehicle’s passenger remains in hospital

General HBBC News

Hinckley students showcasing talents at Atkins Gallery exhibition

20 January 2026 HBBC

A free-to-enter exhibition in Hinckley is showcasing the work of talented students from North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College.

General News

Tourism experts expect Leicestershire to ‘lead the staycation boom in 2026’

18 January 2026 Leicester Mercury

Leicestershire offers exactly what tomorrow’s traveller is searching for, according to local tourism bosses

General HBBC News

New weekly food waste recycling service launching in March 2026

14 January 2026 HBBC

A new weekly food waste recycling service is set to help residents recycle food waste and reduce their environmental impact.

General News

The picturesque Leicestershire village where ‘the community is like no other’

14 January 2026 Leicester Mercury

It also has easy access to Bradgate Park

General News

Loose horses caused ‘havoc’ near busy Glenfield roundabout

5 January 2026 Leicester Mercury

Concerns were raised with the roundabout situated near the M1 motorway

General News

List of Bradgate Park byelaws people have to obey when visiting

5 January 2026 Leicester Mercury

There are rules about dogs, picking mushrooms and various other things

General News

Police officer ‘deliberately’ recorded fake information on Bradgate Park mushroom picker

2 January 2026 Leicester Mercury

He submitted a report stating the picker had admitted committing a crime when he had in fact never spoken to her

General News

List of some of the best winter walks in Leicestershire

26 December 2025 Leicester Mercury

Even a brisk 10-minute walk provides health benefits

General News

Woman’s diabetes almost killed her – and now she’s home for Christmas

23 December 2025 Leicester Mercury

She spent 331 days of 2025 at Glenfield Hospital

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