Press releases
Popular food festival success defies the weather
Published on Monday, 12 August 2019 in Council news press releases
A POPULAR FOOD FESTIVAL wowed the crowds on Sunday (11 August) when it returned to Hinckley for its third year, despite challenging weather conditions.
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Heritage Open Days
Published on Friday, 09 August 2019 in Council news press releases
FAMILIES AND HISTORY ENTHUSIASTS will be able to attend a series of Heritage Open Days in Hinckley and throughout the borough this September.
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First day of Feast Hinckley cancelled
Published on Thursday, 08 August 2019 in Council news press releases
The first day of Feast Hinckley, the free entry food and drink festival that was due to take place on Saturday (10 August) has been cancelled due to severe weather conditions forecast for Saturday.
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Young drivers taught to stay safe and avoid car accidents
Published on Tuesday, 06 August 2019 in Council news press releases
Young drivers were taught how to stay safe and avoid car accidents during a recent morning of activities at Brookvale Groby Learning Campus.
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Double accolade for town parks
Published on Thursday, 01 August 2019 in Council news press releases
TWO HINCKLEY parks are officially among the best in the UK after they were each awarded a much coveted green flag - a prestigious accolade that is only awarded to the very best parks and green spaces.
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Plan for development of Land in Market Bosworth
Published on Thursday, 01 August 2019 in Council news press releases
The Borough Council, St Peters Church and Market Bosworth Parish Council intend to join forces to oversee the development of land south of Station Road, Market Bosworth.
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Proposed changes to council tax on empty properties
Published on Tuesday, 30 July 2019 in Council news press releases
RESIDENTS in Hinckley & Bosworth are being urged to have their say on some proposed changes to council tax charges for owners of empty properties.
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Blue plaque celebrates birthplace of the Pukka Pie
Published on Wednesday, 24 July 2019 in Council news press releases
A BLUE PLAQUE celebrating the establishment of the Pukka Company has been unveiled in Earl Shilton.
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Free Summer activity brochure for youngsters
Published on Wednesday, 17 July 2019 in Council news press releases
An electronic brochure packed full of summer holiday activities for young people in Hinckley & Bosworth can now be downloaded from the Borough Council’s website.
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Triumph comes to Atkins Gallery
Published on Wednesday, 17 July 2019 in Council news press releases
The unique and limited edition Triumph Thruxton TFC is coming to Atkins Gallery.
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Climate emergency declared by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council
Published on Wednesday, 17 July 2019 in Council news press releases
At a full council meeting on Tuesday 16 July Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council declared a 'Climate Emergency'.
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Public urged to speak up about proposed rail hub
Published on Wednesday, 10 July 2019 in Council news press releases
Hinckley and Bosworth residents are being urged to take part and provide feedback in the latest series of public consultation events on plans to build a National Rail Freight Interchange.
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Great grandson attends blue plaque unveiling
Published on Tuesday, 02 July 2019 in Council news press releases
The great grandson of the inventor of a famous saddle was the special guest of the Mayor when a blue plaque dedicated to his ancestor was unveiled.
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Event Honoured our Armed Forces, published 1 July 2019
Published on Monday, 01 July 2019 in Council news press releases
A SPECIAL outdoor service and parade was held in Hinckley on Saturday (29 June) to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.
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#Islastones wins national award
Published on Thursday, 27 June 2019 in Council news press releases
The #Islastones #photo #post #rehide campaign has won a prestigious national award from the Association of Town and City Management (ATCM).
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A Celebration of Smiles aims to be a record breaker
Published on Wednesday, 26 June 2019 in Council news press releases
There will be a 'Celebration of Smiles' day in Argents Mead in July in memory of Isla Tansey.
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Students gain insight into world of work
Published on Tuesday, 25 June 2019 in Council news press releases
MORE than 80 students from local secondary schools got a vital insight into the world of work when they took part in a careers speed networking event at MIRA Technology Institute last week (18 June).
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Awards honour volunteers who make a difference
Published on Tuesday, 18 June 2019 in Council news press releases
VOLUNTEERS who have made a difference to the lives of other people in Hinckley and Bosworth have been recognised at a special event held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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Second time lucky for Mallory mile
Published on Tuesday, 18 June 2019 in Council news press releases
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.
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Families gather for traditional sports day
Published on Monday, 17 June 2019 in Council news press releases
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.
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Have your say on the future of Hinckley town centre’s public spaces
Published on Friday, 14 June 2019 in Council news press releases
LOCAL residents and businesses are being invited to have their say on the way Hinckley town centre’s streets and spaces could look in the future.
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Event will honour our Armed Forces
Published on Thursday, 13 June 2019 in Council news press releases
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.
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Snap Dragon Festival Week 2019 programme launched
Published on Wednesday, 12 June 2019 in Council news press releases
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.
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Traditional sports day
Published on Wednesday, 05 June 2019 in Council news press releases
Everyone is invited to come along to a traditional sports day in Hinckley on Saturday 15 June and enjoy some of the popular school games they may have enjoyed growing up.
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New Council Leader and Executive appointed
Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2019 in Council news press releases
A number of new appointments to key council positions were made at the annual council meeting last night (21 May).
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Retail and Leisure Complex to be retained
Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2019 in Council news press releases
PART of a multi-million pound town centre mixed retail and leisure redevelopment scheme that was to be sold is now to be retained by the Borough Council.
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New Mayor chosen at annual meeting
Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2019 in Council news press releases
ONE of the highlights of the civic year took place at the council’s annual meeting last night (21 May) when a new Mayor of the Borough was installed for the next 12 months.
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Sharing the love of Hinckley Market (published 20 May 2019)
Published on Monday, 20 May 2019 in Council news press releases
A DAY of activities took place at Hinckley market on Saturday (18 May) to celebrate this year’s Love Your Local Market campaign.
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Public toilets to close for essential refurbishment
Published on Friday, 17 May 2019 in Council news press releases
THE public toilets in Station Road, Hinckley will be closed for two weeks later this month to allow for essential maintenance and refurbishment works to be carried out.
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Sharing the love of Hinckley Market, (published 13 May 2019)
Published on Monday, 13 May 2019 in Council news press releases
A DAY of activities is planned this month to showcase Hinckley Market, which has been at the heart of the town centre for over 700 years.
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