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A Weekend of Family Fun in Coalville - Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June 2013

Saturday 22nd June, 11am - 3pm: Coalville Comes ALIVE!

Free Street Arts Festival in the Belvoir Shopping Centre, Coalville. Wild and wonderful performances for the entire family. For more information see the Mantle Arts Website.

Sunday 23rd June, 12noon - 6pm: Coalville Twenty 13

A family fun day in the sun in Coalville Park! Entry is free and there'll be loads to see and do including live music, children's entertainer, Youth Zone with RAMPZ, Circus Tent, community stalls, food & drink and arts & crafts. Free parking in town centre car parks. For more information call 01530 454604.

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Tue 25th June, 2013

Coffee Morning - Ashby

Ashby Inner Wheel invite you to a coffee morning at Ashby Museum, North Street, Ashby. From 10.30am - 12 noon. Tea, coffee, cakes and Bring and Buy stall. All proceeds to Inicef Syrian Refugee Fund.

Sun 30th June, 2013

Ngs Open Gardens - Normanton Le Heath

At 1 Highfield Close, Normanton le Heath LE67 2TN. The courtyard is a cottage garden with trellises, roses, water feature and tubs with small raised beds. Terraced lawns with herbaceous borders. Two large ponds where Koi carp are fed late..

Sun 30th June, 2013

World War II Experience - Donington Le Heath

Come to the Manor House at Donington le Heath, and meet menbers of the Up and At Em History re-living aspects of WW11, meet the soldiers and civilians. From 11am - 4pm. FREE entry - small charge for activities. For further information telephone..

Sun 30th June, 2013

Classic Car and Motorcycle Meet - Donington Le Heath

Donington le Heath Manor house is the setting for a monthly Classic Car and Motorcycle Meet from 1pm - 3pm. a FREE event and a chance to get to mix with like minded enthusiasts. For further information call Pat or Dan 0116 305 3435.

Sun 30th June, 2013

Medieval Owl and Hawk Encounter - Bosworth

Meet a Medieval costumed falconer and fly the owls and hawk yourself. At Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre CV13 0AD. From 2.00pm - 3.30pm. Cost Adults £3.50, Children £2.50. For more details telephone 01455 290429 or see website

Tue 2nd July, 2013

Haunted Heritage Ghost Walk - Bosworth Battlefield

Join the Haunted Heritage Medium and Battlefield Guide on an exclusive Haunted Heritage Ghost Walk around Bosworth Battlefield. £12 per person including refreshments (over 18's only). Booking Essential - Limited numbers. Approximately 1.5 K..

Sun 7th July, 2013

Watch Wimbledon Mens Singles Live in Ashby

All are invited, bring your family & friends from 1.30pm onwards and join in the excitement pf Men's Final Day broadcast LIVE on the BIG Screen at Holy Trinity Church, Kilwardby Street, Ashby. This will be on a first come first served..

Fri 12th July, 2013

Summer Prize Bingo - Blackfordby

At Blackfordby Village Hall doors open 7pm eyes down 7.30pm. Raffle and refreshments available. Raising money for the village hall.

Fri 12th July, 2013

Haunted Heritage - Coalville

Join the Haunted Heritage Investigations team for a full and fascinating evening, when you will discover what happens at Snibston’s historic site when all is seemingly quiet. The evening includes:A tour and vigil with a medium,Training on..

Sat 13th July, 2013

Castle Donington Farmers Market

Castle Donington Farmers' Market takes place every 2nd Saturday of every month in the grounds of St Edward's School, Dovecote, Castle Donington between 9.00am to 12.30pm. Castle Donington Farmers' Market Co-op Ltd Tel: 01332 850723

Sun 14th July, 2013

Ashby Castle Guided Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of one of Leicestershire's finest meieval sites as part of the Festival of British Archaeology 2013. Normal admission prices apply. For further enquiries and bookings telephone 01530 413343.

Sat 20th July, 2013

Ashby De La Zouch Farmers Market

Ashby Farmers Market at Manor House School, South Street, Ashby LE65 1BR. 9am - 2pm on the 3rd Saturday of every month. Also Market Bosworth Farmers Markets on 4th Sunday of every month 9am-2pm the Market Place, Market Bosworth, CV13 0LE For further..

Sat 20th July, 2013

Haunted Heritage - Donington Le Heath

Join the Haunted Heritage Investigations team for a full and fascinating evening, when you will discover what happens at Donington le Heath Manor House historic site when all is seemingly quiet. The evening includes:A tour and..

Sat 20th July, 2013

CrypticArt Arts and Craft Fair - Ashby

CrypticArt will be holding an Arts and Craft Fair in the Cypt of Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church from 10am - 4pm. Original Paintings from £10. Cards sowing and knitting gifts, hand crafted jewellery, photography and much more. Drop in for a tea and..

Sun 28th July, 2013

NGS Open Gardens - Belton

At Dodgeford Lane, Belton LE12 9TE. Beautiful medium sized garden to a working farm. Shrubs, fruit trees and vegetable garden. Rock garden and herbaceous borders brimming with colour. Pergola with clematis and roses, water features, and planted stone..

Sun 28th July, 2013

Classic Car and Motorcycle Meet - Donington Le Heath

Mon 5th August, 2013

Medieval Owl and Hawk Encounter - Bosworth

Meet a Medieval costumed falconer and fly the owls and hawk yourself. At Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre CV13 0AD. From 3.00pm - 4.30pm. Cost Adults £3.50, Children £2.50. For more details telephone 01455 290429 or see website

Sat 10th August to Sun 11th August, 2013

Ashby Open Gardens Weekend

Ashby Open Gardens charity this year is Cancer Research. Around 12 gardens are expected to be open on either day. If you would like to join and open your garden on that weekend (either or both days) or want more information telephone..

Sat 10th August, 2013

Castle Donington Farmers Market

Sat 17th August, 2013

Ashby Vintage Fair

Over 40 stalls including Shabby chic & Antique Homewares, Collectables & Memorabilia, Homemade Cakes & Jam, Vintage Fashion, Handmade Gifts, Timeless Jewellery. Pop up Indoor Picnic. At Hood Park Leisure Centre from 10am - 3pm. Entrance..

Sat 17th August, 2013