The ever popular Mallory Mile returned on Monday (17 June) to the Mallory Park Circuit in Kirkby Mallory as part of local celebrations for National Bike Week.

It was second time lucky for the popular event after it was postponed for the first time in the event's 18 year history following heavy rain earlier this month.

Working in partnership with 'Race Rapid', the new team running cycling at the Mallory... Read More »

FAMILIES GATHERED in Argents Mead on Saturday (15 June) to enjoy a Traditional sports day and take part in some of the popular school games they may have enjoyed growing up.

The free event, which was organised by Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, included an egg and spoon race, 3-legged and relay races, as well as a grand finale of a tug of war.

The newly appointed Mayor, Councillor Mrs Lynda Hodgkins,... Read More »

A sell-out fundraising fashion show held in Burbage Millennium Hall raised £1,762 for YoungDementiaUK.

The event, staged by Love Labels Fashion Shows, was organised by Burbage resident Christine Reddall, whose daughter Anna died aged 42 in 2017 after being diagnosed with a rare form of young dementia in 2012.

Mrs Reddall has said "a huge thank you" to everyone who supported the cause.

THE popular Snap Dragon Children and Family Festival will be back for the ninth year running this summer with a week-long programme of activities taking place in Hinckley's Argents Mead and Hollycroft Park from Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August.

The free event, which is organised by the Borough Council, will take place daily from 11am to 3pm. Each day will feature a different theme and a selection... Read More »

A SPECIAL outdoor service and parade will be held in Hinckley on Saturday 29 June to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.

Now in its 11th year, Armed Forces Day offers everyone a chance to thank the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community, from currently serving troops to service families, veterans and cadets.

A procession will leave Castle Street outside Jaspers (the... Read More »

Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council is encouraging residents to set up safe spaces for children to play on the streets where they live.

Its new Street Play scheme aims to offer children the opportunity to play outside and for residents to come together to build safer, stronger communities.

The initiative fits in with the aims of the Borough Council's strategic plan for 2018–2023 which are to:... Read More »

Unfortunately, due to the forecast of heavy rain for this evening, for the first time in 18 years we have reluctantly made the decision to postpone the Mallory Mile to next Monday 17th June. All times remain the same, that is from 6pm until 8pm.

For any further information, please contact:-

Jacqueline Puffett
Communications Manager
Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council

Email: jacqueline.puffett@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk... Read More »

Lychgate Lane, Burbage, is to be closed to allow Leicestershire County Council to carry out road surfacing and associated works on Thursday June 13 and possibly Friday June 14, between 8am and 5pm each day.

Access to Burbage Cemetery during these times will be via Aston Flamville.

Residents will be given access to their properties at all times.

See attached document for diversion route.

For more information... Read More »

Burbage Carnival is to be held a week later than usual, on Sunday June 23.

The Parish Council has donated £500 towards the event insurance, covered the cost of the required road closures and will be offering facilities and staff support on the day.

Windsor Street will be closed from 10.30am for floats to assemble ready for judging at 11.30am.

The procession will set off at midday following a circuit... Read More »

On Thursday 13th June 2019 a high and wide load will be travelling through Burbage towards the A5.

The load will be under a Police escort and travelling between 1pm and 2pm.

Police are asking for Church Street to be kept clear of parked vehicles during this time, to allow the load to travel through safely.

The load is classed as a high load and is not permitted to use the motorway network but must travel... Read More »