Rail hub decision cautiously welcomed
The Borough Council has cautiously welcomed the government’s decision to delay a decision to build a massive new Rail Hub on land outside Hinckley.
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Fun enjoyed by all at Burbage Common Open Day
Visitors to Burbage Common enjoyed a fun-packed day on Sunday (September 8) at its annual open day event.
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Councils work together on A5 anti-littering campaign
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council are working with various councils including Blaby and Harborough District Councils, supported by National Highways on a campaign to reduce littering on the A5.
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Prime Video boss receives 1,000 toy ponies amid campaign to save axed My Lady Jane
The historical reinterpretation of the Nine Day Queen’s story was axed just weeks after premiering
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Press release issued by Southwark Council
Future council housing report (launched 3 September 2024).
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Leicestershire’s favourite park is crowned by LeicestershireLive readers
The favourite had a whopping vote share
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Petition launched to save Prime Video’s My Lady Jane after brutal axing
The show was a radical retelling of Leicestershire’s Bradgate Park-born ‘Nine Day Queen’
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The Leicestershire attractions to scoop top billing in new VisitEngland list
One of the county’s most beloved attractions has come out on top
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Heritage Open Days return for 2024
History enthusiasts and families are once again invited to a series of Heritage Open Days across the borough this September.
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Family fun promised at re-arranged Burbage Common open day
There will be a fun-packed day for the whole family when Burbage Common holds its annual open day on Sunday 8 September, re-arranged from earlier this year.
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It’s time to crown Leicestershire’s best park from our shortlist
Leicestershire is home to some fantastic green spaces
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Hinckley and Bosworth residents reminded of Keep Safe Places
Residents are reminded that ‘Keep Safe Places’ are available to use across the borough of Hinckley and Bosworth.
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Snap Dragon Children’s Festival returned to Argents Mead as TV’s Pip and Posy cap off three fantastic days
THE popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival returned this week (5 August to 7 August), with three fun-filled days for all the family in Argents Mead.
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A5 between Hinckley and Tamworth recommended for improvement funding
The A5 between Hinckley and Tamworth has been recommended for improvement funding that would make the road ‘transformational’ for the Midlands.
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Midlands Connect provide top 17 transformational road schemes for new Government
The following press release was issued by Midlands Connect on 8 August 2024.
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Hinckley BID’s mini zoo success with more free events to come
Issued by Hinckley BID:
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Feast Hinckley a success once again
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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Council adds garden waste to big bin collection service
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council has added garden waste to its big bin collection service, with options including seven days’ hire of a 1100 litre bin for £60.
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‘Spectacular’ £7 million mansion with great views of Bradgate Park for sale
The massive home also has an indoor pool, a sauna and comes with 28 acres of gardens and woodland
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Snap Dragon returns to Argents Mead with guest visit from TV’s Pip and Posy on National Play Day
Popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival is back with three fun filled days for the family in Hinckley’s Argents Mead with a special visit on National Play Day from TV stars Pip and Posy.
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Prime Video’s My Lady Jane helps ‘raise awareness’ of Bradgate Park and Leicestershire history
Weekly guided tours around the ruins of the Nine Day Queen’s former home are held
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Council Leader sets out Rail Freight concerns to new government
The Borough Council Leader has written to the new Labour Secretary of Transport, Louise Haigh MP and new Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, inviting them to meet to discuss the Rail Freight scheme.
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Issued by Midland Connect: A5/A426 Gibbet Hill junction:
A5/A426 Gibbet Hill junction: New analysis shows junction is nearly ‘full’
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Feast Hinckley returns, 2024
POPULAR food and drink festival returns to Argents Mead, Hinckley over the weekend 3 to 4 August, 10am to 5pm with over 45 vendors offering a range of national and international cuisine.
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Issued by Midlands Connect:
A5: New research ‘further evidence’ in need for upgrade.
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Funding boosts for voluntary groups and organisations
Voluntary and community groups working with residents across the borough are being encouraged to apply for their share of two new grants.
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Borough Council launches ‘climate change’ photo competition
Photography enthusiasts are invited to capture an image which represents climate change within the borough as part of a photographic competition being launched by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
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Leicestershire named as UK’s most affordable place for ‘staycation’
The survey was based on the price of hotel rooms in the county
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£80,000 available to boost rural businesses and organisations
Rural businesses and organisations are being invited to apply for grants.
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Leicestershire pubs owned by England cricketers to launch breakfast menu
‘We’ve been contemplating serving breakfast at both of our pubs for a while now’
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Discover the best photo locations in Leicestershire: From Bradgate Park to Leicester Canal
We’ve selected some of our favourite places in the city and county that are perfect for a photoshoot
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Leicestershire forever home sought for Staffy who could be anyone’s ‘snuggle buddy’
The ‘invaluable’ work of Dogs Trust Loughborough has helped many dogs find a new home
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New petrol station becomes Leicestershire’s cheapest for fuel this weekend
Latest figures show that prices are remaining steady, but the cost of living crisis is affecting many at the pumps
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Council awarded top prize at Royal Town Planning Institute Awards Ceremony
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council was awarded ‘Planning Authority of the Year – East Midlands’ at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) East Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence (26 June).
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Uniform Swap Shop launched by Borough Council
School uniform swap shops are set to open in local co-ops and community venues across Hinckley and Bosworth this summer to help families prepare for the new school term.
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Petition to increase pupil numbers at popular school launched
The appeal has attracted scores of signatures
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Leicestershire’s cheapest places for petrol and diesel as prices begin to fall
Some pumps are charging around 3p per litre fewer than just a week ago
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Police confirm body found near Glenfield Hospital is missing man, 36
Daniel Ludkin had been last seen early on Tuesday morning
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Change of constituency for some voters
Some people in the borough will cast their votes in a different constituency during the general election on Thursday 4 July.
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Body found in search for missing man, 36
Officers had turned to the public to help find Daniel Ludkin
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Pedestrian hit by car on A50 near Glenfield Hospital
The county-bound section of the A50 was closed for several hours
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Cheapest places for petrol and diesel this weekend in Leicestershire
Prices have fallen, but warnings are still in force amid the continuing cost of living crisis
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Proms in the Park 2024
HINCKLEY’S Hollycroft Park will come alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returns on Saturday 8 June.
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Beacon lighting to mark D-Day anniversary
Hinckley and Bosworth will shine a light as it prepares to take part in an historic national event marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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Leicester Buzz Bingo player wins nearly £22,000
The player won the Community Pot of Gold Jackpot Game
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Grand 1850s house and 129 acres near Bradgate Park on market for £5 million
It has panoramic views of its grounds
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Leicestershire stars and stories nominated for National Television Awards
Huncote’s Fool Me Once star Richard Armitage also has four nominations
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Britain’s top 30 villages revealed – and Leicestershire makes the list
Property experts have now compiled a list of the most sought-after villages in the entire country
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Leicestershire’s ‘Nine Day Queen’ gets radical new look for Prime Video’s My Lady Jane
A star-studded cast will look at an alternate history where the Bradgate Park-born monarch survived
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