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Businesses across Hinckley and Bosworth gain free access to a new free Learning Hub

1 October 2025 HBBC

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council (HBBC) and Hinckley BID have launched a new business learning hub in partnership with SEEDL, a virtual live learning subscription service.

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Coat exchange scheme to launch

30 September 2025 HBBC

A coat exchange scheme is coming to venues across Hinckley and Bosworth this autumn.

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Demolished social club to make way for new Greggs and extended petrol station

28 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

This new scheme is looking to make further changes to the development

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All the Leicestershire pubs entering CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2026

25 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

There are 12 new entries from around the county

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New Pool Hall & Sports Bar set to open in The Crescent

22 September 2025 HBBC

The Crescent is set to welcome its first-ever Pool Hall & Sports Bar, marking a milestone in its nine-year history.

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Meet the Leicester women baring all for ‘powerful’ campaign to help baby boy

20 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

They are aiming to raise thousands for the youngster

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Councils across Leicestershire launch campaign to tackle long-term impact of litter

18 September 2025 HBBC

Councils across Leicestershire are shining a spotlight on the lasting environmental impact of litter with the launch of the Litter Lives On campaign.

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Victorian Leicester landmark to host first ever food fair this weekend

17 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

Pies, curries and waffles will be among the tasty treats on offer

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Reform UK councillor blames ‘mass immigration’ for low Leicestershire reservoir levels

17 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

Severn Trent have said there is a different reason for the issue

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Drivers charged after Leicester collision killed taxi passenger enter pleas

15 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

The crash seriously injured two other people

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Eight scenic Leicestershire spots to enjoy a walk this autumn

14 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

Many include children’s play areas too

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See inside ‘historic’ Leicestershire Edwardian house up for sale

14 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

Estate agents say it is a ‘rare’ property

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New exhibition marks Second World War anniversaries

11 September 2025 HBBC

A new exhibition remembering the end of the Second World War is now open at the Atkins Gallery.

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Visitors enjoy a fun-filled Burbage Common Open Day

10 September 2025 HBBC

Visitors to Burbage Common enjoyed a fun-packed day on Sunday (7 September) at its annual open day event.

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North, City, South council leaders cannot support city boundary expansion in draft reorganisation plan

5 September 2025 HBBC

A joint statement from the eight North, City, South councils in Leicestershire and Rutland:

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The Leicestershire restaurant offering ‘diverse menu’ of fusion food and retro puddings

3 September 2025 Leicester Mercury

A ‘niche in the market’ was spotted by the owner

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Heritage Open Days return for 2025

3 September 2025 HBBC

History enthusiasts and families are once again invited to a series of Heritage Open Days across the borough this September.

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Competition launched to name new food waste trucks

29 August 2025 HBBC

A competition has been launched giving residents the chance to name the council’s new food waste trucks.

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Car fire closes Leicestershire road near Bradgate Park – as it happened

21 August 2025 Leicester Mercury

Drivers were urged to avoid the area

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New Reform UK deputy leader announced for Leicestershire County Council amid ‘chaos’ claims

21 August 2025 Leicester Mercury

Leader Dan Harrison has been accused of ‘poor leadership and ‘spinning plates of chaos’

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Major route next to Leicestershire’s Bradgate Park closed for emergency repairs

20 August 2025 Leicester Mercury

The closure will go into the weekend

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New blue plaque for Hinckley veteran and boxer Sydney Bolesworth

20 August 2025 HBBC

A new blue plaque in Hinckley commemorates local army veteran and decorated boxer Sydney Bolesworth.

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Have your say on the future of a Hinckley Town Council

20 August 2025 HBBC

Local residents are being urged to have their say on the future of local representation in Hinckley.

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Reform UK’s county council deputy leader leaves role after just three months

18 August 2025 Leicester Mercury

He is reportedly stepping into a ‘new role’

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Your chance to run a cafe in the heart of Leicestershire park

18 August 2025 Leicester Mercury

The area is ‘steeped in history’

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Free tours of Leicestershire underground tunnel to take place

16 August 2025 Leicester Mercury

Organisers have been ‘overwhelmed’ by the public’s response

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Multiple illegal weapons and drugs found in Leicestershire man’s bedroom

9 August 2025 Leicester Mercury

He was being arrested on separate matters when the search found the items

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Feast Hinckley 2025 a record-breaking success

4 August 2025 HBBC

The weather held out over the weekend as popular food and drink festival Feast Hinckley returned to Argents Mead in the town centre.

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Man who had just celebrated wedding anniversary among Leicester Mercury death notices

27 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

Tributes are also paid to a woman who died aged just 57

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Take a tour of the Victorian mansion near Bradgate Park on sale for £3.25 million

26 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

The six-bed house dates back to 1865

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Binge drinker made ‘silly mistake’ after being caught driving while banned

26 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

It was the third time in seven years he had been caught drink driving

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Professor Dame Carol Black given Freedom of the Borough

25 July 2025 HBBC

Renowned physician Professor Dame Carol Black GBE FRCP was awarded the Freedom of Hinckley and Bosworth at a recent Extraordinary Council meeting.

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Pigeon dies after Leicestershire air weapon shooting incident

23 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

The bird had initially been found injured by a member of the public

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Historic Bradgate Park oak could be named Tree of the Year

23 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

It has an ‘immense’ gnarled trunk

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All you need to know about free Leicestershire bus travel to key places – including Bradgate Park

22 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

People will be able to travel to key visitor attractions around the county without spending a penny

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Major Leicester road shut – live updates

19 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

Motorists are advised to find alternative routes

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Snap Dragon Children’s Festival returns to Argents Mead

18 July 2025 HBBC

THE popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival is back with three fun filled days for all the family in Hinckley’s Argents Mead.

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Uniform Swap Shop returns for summer

18 July 2025 HBBC

School uniform swap shops return this summer and from Friday 1 August will be open in local co-ops and community venues across Hinckley and Bosworth to help families prepare for the new school term.

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Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead once again awarded coveted Green Flag Awards

16 July 2025 HBBC

Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead in Hinckley have once again raised the prestigious Green Flag Award, an international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

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The Art of Music Exhibition comes to Atkins Gallery

16 July 2025 HBBC

The Atkins Gallery in Hinckley is excited to present a new exhibition titled ‘The Art of Music’.

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Bradgate Park ruins set for vital £1m repairs to allow them to reopen to visitors

12 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

The site’s chapel has recently been renovated

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Highly successful food festival Feast Hinckley returns

10 July 2025 HBBC

Popular food and drink festival returns to Argents Mead, Hinckley over the weekend 2 to 3 August, 10am to 5pm with over 45 vendors offering a range of national and international cuisine.

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Council recognised for tackling fuel poverty

9 July 2025 HBBC

The Borough Council’s commitment to tackling fuel poverty has achieved national recognition.

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Deadline to have a say on future of councils

8 July 2025 HBBC

Time is running out to have a say on the future of local councils in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

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Residents advised of earlier bin collections

7 July 2025 HBBC

Residents living in Hinckley & Bosworth are being advised to present their bins by 6am this Thursday and Friday (10-11 July) due to predicted high temperatures.

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Grants available to boost conservation areas

4 July 2025 HBBC

Grant funding is now available to enhance the character of conservation areas in Hinckley and Bosworth.

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Festival with more than 100 events all over Leicestershire including Bradgate Park taking place

2 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

Most of the activities are free

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Urgent warning issued for Leicestershire after three bonfires cause major damage

2 July 2025 Leicester Mercury

Fire crews say people should ‘think twice’ about starting bonfires in hot weather

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Residents and visitors support Armed Forces Day Service and Parade 2025

1 July 2025 HBBC

A special service and parade was held in Hinckley on Saturday (28 June) to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.

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Leicester apartment with ‘stunning’ city views smashes estimates at auction

30 June 2025 Leicester Mercury

There’s panoramic views that stretch as far as Bradgate Park

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