What's On
On Now until Mon 11th June, 2012
Snibston Museum Exhibition - 'Drawn to Danger'
A visually stunning Exhibition exploring the work and experience of 5 contemporary war artists who have visited or served in Afghanistan. The Museum is on Ashby Rd, Coalville LE67 3LN, 01530 278444
On Now until Sun 27th May, 2012
Photography Exhibition - Coalville
"These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things" is the title of the photographic exhibition by Rececca Soanes at Hermitage FM Coffee Shop, 2A Hotel Street, Coalville. A collection of small, reasonably priced, canvases of local and seaside scenes.FREE..
On Now until Sat 26th May, 2012
Grace Dieu Priory Ghost Walks - Part of National Forest Walks
This walk leaves the Bulls Head car park, Thringstone at 8.30pm and lasts approximately 2 hours. The cost is £3, to be paid on the night, for more details contact John Dickinson to book 01530 458872
Thu 24th May, 2012, 4pm to 6pm
Mount St Bernard Abbey Walk
Starting point Mount St Bernard's Abbey, Oaks Road, Whitwick LE67 5UL. 4pm. Walk from the Abbey , up over the old Whitwick Quarry and into Cademan Woods. Out towards Fenney Spring Windmill and back past Blackbrook Reservoir. Bring a drink. 6 stiles 5..
Fri 25th May, 2012
Paranormal Night at Snibston Museum, Coalville
Join the investigation team for a fascinating evening and discover what goes on at Snibston when all is seemingly quiet! Pre-booking essential, £35, season ticket holders £30. to book 01530 278444. The Museum is on Ashby Rd LE67 3LN
Fri 25th May, 2012
An Evening of Philip Lynott & Thin Lizzy by Limehouse Lizzie
Tickets Adv. £13 / £15 on door available from Snibston main reception Tel: 01530 278444
Fri 25th May, 2012, 10:30am to 12pm
Whitwick and Swannington Health Walk
Starting point Hermitage Leisure Centre car park LE67 5EU 10.30am. A moderate intensity walk starting at the Hermitage Leisure Centre and exploring the Whitwick area whilst making your way into Swannington. Bring a drink. No stiles. approximately 3.5..
Fri 25th May, 2012, 10:30am to 12pm
Woods and Reservoir Walk - Thornton
#we visit virgin and more mature woods, and Thornton Reservoir. There are also views of Bardon Hill and Billa Barra. A small section of the Leicestershire Round is included. No stiles. 3 miles. FREE of charge. Part of The National Forest Walking..
Sat 26th May, 2012
Snibston Beam Engine Steaming
See and smell Snibston's stationary engines come to life. Usual museum opening times and charges. For further information telephone 01530 278444.
Sat 26th May, 2012
Bon Jovi - the Tribute Band - Moira
At Conkers Waterside Amphitheatre. Doors open 7.30pm - starts 8pm.Tickets £10.50 Adults, £9.50 Child, £24.50 Family £24.50. For tickets and further information telephone 01283 216633 extension 0.
Sat 26th May, 2012
Mosaic Making Workshop - Moira
A Full or half day workshop at Sable Studio Gallery, Moira Furnace Craft Workshops, DE12 6AT. Full day 10.30am - 4pm £55 (half day option - please enquire) For further details telephone 01283 224332 or visit www.sliksilver.co.uk
Sat 26th May, 2012
Ashby Concert Band - Ibstock
A Concert of film music to celebrate and commemorate: The Queens Diamond Jubilee -The Orb and Sceptre March (written for the Cornation). The Centenary of The Palace - music from The Jungle Book (the last film shown before closure in 1977). The London..
Sat 26th May, 2012
Plant Hunter's Fair - the National Memorial Arboretum
Free entry to the Arboretum and Plant Fair (charge to park vehicles), highly respected nurseries - RHS medallists, National Collection Holders & small specialist growers 10 to 5pm. Croxall Rd Alrewas Staffs DE13 7AR 01283 792333
Sat 26th May, 2012 to Wed 1st May, 2013
Utility Clothing 1942 - 1949 - Snibston
Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Board of Trade's utility clothing collection. Usual opening times and charges apply. For further details telephone 01530 278444.
Sat 26th May, 2012
Century Theatre, Snibston Museum - Nick Toczek's One Man Show
Nick chats and jokes,performs snappy poems does magic tricks and introduces his wild puppets, join in and enjoy it!Performances 12.30pm and 3.30pm (Adults £4, under 16s £2.50 family of 4 £10) Booking essential. Workshop at 2pm (Adults £2, under..
Sat 26th May, 2012
Dimminsdale Photography Walk
Want to learn more about taking photos? Take a walk through a real variety of landscapes and architecture, getting tips en route from members of Derby City Photographic Club. Care needed as passing deep pools. Starting point car park at Spring Wood,..
Sat 26th May, 2012, 10am to 6:30pm
Diamond Jubilee Walk. (Normanton-Donington)
A future wood, new plantations and a historic house are on this grand circuit. Visit the Woodland Trust's site for a Diamond Jubilee Wood, Donington le Heath Manor House, Ellistown, Grange Woods, Ibstocks Edge and Heather. 12 miles moderate walking ,..
Sun 27th May, 2012
Rod and Custom Show - Whitwick
Coffin Scratchers MCC presents a Rod and Custom Show at The Coalville Rugby Club, Hall Lane , Whitwick from 10am. Biker Stalls, Car Boot, Tattooist. Bar open and good food. Admission £2 on the gate. For further details 07802 472766
Sun 27th May, 2012
Coalville Twenty12
Celebrate the Diamond Jubilee & Olympics in Coalville Park. 12noon 'til 6pm. Live local music, sports games, community stalls, arts workshops, fancy dress, children's rides & family entertainment. Free. Tel: 01530 454604
Sun 27th May to Sun 22nd July, 2012
Coalville Photographers Exhibition - Coalville
The annual exhibition by Coalville Photographers Society in the Community Gallery at Snibston. Free entry to Gallery only. Museum charges apply to enter museum, usual opening times. For further details telephone 01530 278444.
Sun 27th May, 2012, 10am to 2pm
Loros 1st Hicks Lodge Bike Ride 2012
First ever LOROS sponsored Bike Ride at Hicks Lodge, Moira, North West Leicestershire. Come along and experience the newly developed cycle route through the beautiful North West Leicestershire countryside on a cycle route through the National Forest..
Sun 27th May, 2012, 10:30am to 12:30pm
Cademan and Swannymote Woods Walk
This walk gives you the chance to learn about local landmarks and about the de Lisle family, their Catholic connection to Mount St Bernard Abbey and Grace Dieu Manor. Starting point The Green, Thringstone LE67 8NR 10.30am. 4 miles maximum, No stiles..
Sun 27th May, 2012, 10:30am to 1:30pm
Ashby Canal and Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail
Follow the Ashby Woulds Heritage Trail on the line of the old railway then pick up the whole length of the restored Ashby Canal from Spring Cottage to Donisthorpe. Suited to most fitness levels but ground may be rough in places. 4 -5 miles leisurely..
Mon 28th May, 2012, 9:30am to 12pm
Exploring Around Conkers Walk
Nordic walkers welcome on this 6 mile moderate walk taking in sights of interest surrounding"Conkers". View the Lake at Albert Village, walk along the Ashby Woulds Trail and see the Furnace at Moira. Bring a drink. No stiles. FREE of charge. Part of..
Tue 29th May, 2012, 7pm to 9pm
An Introduction to Herbs - Ashby
Lynn Tann Watson is from The Witches Garden Herbary. She will be talking about all things herbs -growing and cultivating, culinary, healing and magical properties.There will be herbs for sale and time for questions over coffee at the end.At The..
Wed 30th May, 2012
Film Night at Lyric Rooms Ashby - 'Cinema Paradiso' (Pg)
English subtitles, Guiseppe Tornatore's beautiful 1988 film about a little boys love affair with the movies and his friendship with the grizzled old projectionist who provides screen dreams for a Sicilian village recovering from WW11, 123 minutes,..
Wed 30th May, 2012, 8am to 9:30am
Early Bird Health Walk - Sence Valley
A moderate intensity walk of 1 -2 miles starting at the Top Car Park at Sence Valley Forest Park LE67 6NW. Continuing down towards Horseshoe Lake and takingin the views of Goss Water and Stonebridge Pool. a fantastic start to the day. Bring a drink..
Wed 30th May, 2012, 2:30pm to 4pm
Ashby Canal Towpath and Snarestone Walk
Meet on Main Street Snarestone oposite The Globe Public House DE12 7DB.Follow local footpaths returning along the Ashby Canal line, including a short length of the retored Ashby Canal towing path back to Snarestone. 2-3miles with 1-5 stiles. FREE of..
Thu 31st May, 2012
'Delights & Disasters' the 1950s -' at Diseworth Heritage Centre
The Coronation and all that! A presentation by Alan Clayton with a display of original magazines of the time, starts 7.30pm £5 (includes a glass of wine for the royal toast!)
Thu 31st May, 2012, 10am to 12:30pm
Staunton Harold and Calke Park Walk
Meet at the car park at the rear of Staunton Haorld Garden Centre. A very pleasant walk through Dimminsdale Nature REserve, to Staunton Harold Reservoir and along the banks to Calke Park. We will break at The National Trust cafe and shop, then make..
Fri 1st June to Mon 4th June, 2012
The Plough's Jubilee Extravaganza & Real Ale Festival
At The Plough Inn, North Street, Ashby is holding a Jubilee Extravanganza. Real Ale Festival from 1st - 4th June - Bank Holiday Monday - Simon Bunker - The Dany Lions - W4.FREE BBQ! All English Fancy Dress Competition! Tug of War! Live Bands Playing..
Fri 1st June, 2012
The Artist (Pg) - Century Cinema - Coalville
Winner of the 2012 Oscar for Best Picture. A silent movie star's career begins to fade with the arrival of talking pictures as one of his biggest fans finds her career in the ascendancy. Stars Jean Dujardin with Berenice Bejo and a particularly..
Fri 1st June, 2012
Fashion Show - CANCELLED
A brilliant opportunity to buy clothes at half price from the major High Street Stores. Clothes for all ages from size 8 to 26. At The Marlene Reid Centre, Coalville LE67 3PH from 7.30pm. Refreshments available. for further details telephone..
Sat 2nd June to Tue 5th June, 2012
Ashby's Big Weekend
Saturday onwards Fake Festival on Ashby Bath Grounds tickets from Ashby TIC 01530 411767 Craft Fair 10.30am - 4pm at Legion House, South Street. Ashby Arts Festival celebrates with street entertainment, galleries, live music and more all around the..
Sat 2nd June, 2012
Palace Social Dance - Ibstock
A very popular evening of Ballroom, Latin and Sequence with Eddie "The Collector", (DJ and Host ). Doors /Box Office/ Bar open at 7pm. Dancing from 7.30pm - 11pm. Tickets £5 from Halls Electrical, Ibstock. Telephone 015630 260460.
Sat 2nd June to Tue 5th June, 2012
Ravenstone Events Group Diamond Jubilee Events
Saturday -Village Fete on 'The Green' from 12 to 4pm. Evening entertainment from 8pm to 11pm (includes fireworks & hog roast), Sunday - A walk (tbc), 2pm Church Service then'Tea on the Green'. Monday- children's Tea Party from 2 to 4pm. Tuesday -..
Sat 2nd June, 2012
Diamond Jubilee Woodvisit by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal
A FREE Event to celebrate The Diamond Jubilee with Her Royal highness The Princess Royal at YOUR flagship Diamond Wood 9am - 3pm. There's fun for everyone ... Make your own Jubilee tiaras, kites and boats to launch on the lake Woodland craft..
Sat 2nd June, 2012
Social Dance - Ibstock
The Palace, High Street, Ibstock presents another Social Dance. All your favourite Ballroom, Latin and Sequence dances 7.30pm - 11pm. Admission £5 per person. For further details telephone 01530 260460.
Sat 2nd June, 2012
Free Photograph Surgery at Manor School From 10am to 4pm
Photos blurred? Too dark? Too bright? Don't look right when downloaded onto your PC? Just come along and someone from Ashby Camera Club will be on hand to point you in the right direction. New event this year
Sat 2nd June, 2012, 10am to 3pm
The Palace Craft and Gift Fair - Ibstock
A large variety of interesting stalls including Jewellery, wooden toys, hand knitted goods, ceramics, cookies, books, bags plus craft supplies, Fair-Tradeand more.... FREE admission. For further details telephone 01530 267303.
Sun 3rd June, 2012
Michael Buble Tribute - Ashby De La Zouch
At The Crowded House, Ashby LE65 2FH. Chris Pemberton as Michael buble. Cost £10 per person. the night has fish and chips with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc at 7pm, with the music starting at 8.30pm. All included in your £10. Bar closes at 1am..
Sun 3rd June, 2012
Jim's Jubilee Tractor Run
Vintage Tractor Run from Ashby, to Blackfordby and back finishing on Bath Grounds @ 12noon. Includes AAF Music Tent, The Footd Gusto Food Fair, Arts Workshops and stalls. Tel:01530 468179. See poster for more details.
Tue 5th June, 2012
Indoor Diamond Jubilee Street Party
To celebrate 60 glorious years on the throne for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Doors open midday. Watch the proceedings live from London, and around the country, on the Palaces massive screen with HD and "cinema" surround sound. Homemade cakes,..
Wed 6th June, 2012
Bluegrass Music - Whitwick
Live Bluegrass Music and BBQ with The Down County Boys, at The Lady Jane, Hall Lane Whitwick. 8.30pm start FREE admission.
Sat 9th June, 2012
Newlands House Fete - Netherseal
Newlands House, Main Street, Netherseal, DE12 8DA, are holding their annual fete from 12noon until 5pm. Attractions include: RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Hurricane Flypast, Stalls, BBQ, Outdoor cafe, Pony Rides, Live Music and..
Sat 9th June, 2012
The Ann Duggan Band & Not the Blues Brothers - Coalville
Join the celebrated Ann Duggan Band and NOT The Blues Brothers. Two Great Shows - One Big Night at The Century Theatre, Snibston, Coalville LE67 3LN Show. starts 7.30pm tickets £6 in advance £8 on door 01530 278444.
Sat 9th June, 2012
Pokey Hole Event - Tribute Bands, Elo and Supertramp
Performed in Conkers Amphitheatre, ELO Experience and Logicaltramp, singing all the old favourites.. Doors open at 6pm performance starts at 6.45pm tickets £22.50 (members £20) from 01283 760265, credit card bookings available at Ashby Tourist..
Sat 9th June, 2012
Century Theatre, Snibston Museum - Ann Duggan Band
A musical journey through songs made famous by influential female artists of our time! From Billie Holiday to Eva Cassidy. A 7.30pm start tickets, £6 in advance £8 on the door, from Snibston reception. The Theatre is at the rear of Snibston Museum..
Sat 9th June, 2012
Summertime Concert - Ashby De La Zouch
Coalville Male Voice Choir presents a Summertime Concert with guest soloist Harriet Eyley (Soprano) at Holy Trinity Church, Ashby at 7pm. Tickets £8 (schoolchildren FREE) available from Ashby Tourist Information Centre telephone 01530 411767.
Sat 9th June, 2012
Castle Donington Farmer's Market
At St Edward's School Dovecote DE76 2LH, from 9am to 12.30pm - free parking at adjacent Community College. There are 12 to 18 local, seasonal stalls with competitive prices 01332 850723
Thu 14th June to Sat 16th June, 2012
An Evening with Jonny Wilkinson - Ashby De La Zouch
Ashby Dramatic Society present this sparky, engaging comedy from the co-writer of An Evening with Gary Lineker returns to that golden morning in 2003 when the unthinkable happened and England were victorious!At The Venture Theatre 7.30pm..
Thu 14th June, 2012
Grace Dieu Priory Ghost Walk
This walk leaves the Bulls Head car park, Thringstone at 8.30pm and lasts approximately 2 hours. The cost is £3, to be paid on the night, for more details contact John Dickinson to book 01530 458872
Fri 15th June, 2012
North West Leics Green Walks Challenge - Snibston Country Park
Up to the 2012 Olympics there will be a new Green Walk each month, ensure you wear suitable footwear, clothes & bring a drink (under 16s to be accompanied). Tel:- Zara Barnes 01530 454606. Meet 10am gravelled carpark, 1.2miles
Sat 16th June, 2012
A Talk on Child Labour During the Victorian Era - Moira
Steve Scotney will be giving a talk on Child Labour during the Victorian era at Moira Furnace 2pm - 3pm. FREE with a ticket to the museum, £2 adults £1 children and concessions. For further information telephone 01283 224667 or 07976 637858
Sat 16th June, 2012
Ivanhoe Way Challenge - Can You Complete 37 Miles in 15 Hours?
An annual event in aid of 'Wishes 4 Kids', places limited early registration advised, deadline May 1st. For more details contact 07751 259 489 or enquiries@ivanhoechallenge.co.uk
Sat 16th June, 2012
Ashby Farmers' Market
From 9am to 2pm at the Manor House School South Street LE65 1BR, for more information contact Cathy Springthorpe on 01530 261660
Sat 16th June, 2012
Dirty Dancing - Moira
At Conkers Waterside Amphitheatre. Doors open 7.30pm performance 8pm.Tickets £12 per person telephone 01528 216633 extension 0. Licensed Bar and Refreshments available, no food or drink to be brought onto site, free car parking.
Sat 16th June, 2012, 2pm to 3pm
A Talk on Child Labour During the Victorian Era - Moira
At Moira Furnace DE12 6AT. This talk is suitable for children. Free with a ticket to the Museum £2 adults, £1 children and concessions.For further information telephone 01283 224667.
Sun 17th June, 2012
Grace Dieu Priory Guided Walk
This walk leaves the Bulls Head car park, Thringstone at 3pm and lasts approximately 2 hours. The cost is £3, to be paid on the day, for more details and to book contact Ann Petty 01530 831895
Wed 20th June to Sat 23rd June, 2012
An Evening with Jonny Wilkinson -Ashby De La Zouch
Ashby Dramatic Society present this sparky, engaging comedy from the co-writer of An Evening with Gary Lineker returns to that golden morning in 2003 when the unthinkable happened and England were victorious!At The Venture Theatre 7.30pm..
Thu 21st June, 2012
Grace Dieu Priory Ghost Walks
This walk leaves the Bulls Head car park, Thringstone at 8.30pm and lasts approximately 2 hours. The cost is £3, to be paid on the night, for more details contact John Dickinson to book 01530 458872
Fri 22nd June, 2012
Richard 111 at Bosworth Battlefield- the Festival Players
At 7pm, bring a picnic and your own seating, car parks open at 5.30pm - drinks and snacks available in the Old Barn restaurant call:-01455 290429 for details
Sat 23rd June to Sun 24th June, 2012
Ashby Congregational Church -Celebration Garden Party & Service
Contact the Church for further information on 01530 563301, the Church is on the righthand side of Kilwardby Street as you leave Ashby town centre
Sun 24th June, 2012
Century Theatre, Snibston- Much Ado About Nothing!
Shakespeare's comedy will be performed in the open air at 7pm by Heartbreak Theatre, so bring appropriate clothing and seats or cushions (and your own picnic if you wish) tickets, Adults £12 Children £10, are available from Snibston Museum..
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