https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:10:20 +0000 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:10:20 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/587/new_council_homes_approved_for_former_peggs_close_site_in_earl_shilton A major regeneration project that will deliver new council homes and transform the former Peggs Close flats site in Earl Shilton has been given the green light. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:29:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/586/warm_welcome_venues_return_for_winter_202627 Residents across the borough will once again be able to access free warm, welcoming spaces this winter as the Warm Welcome season returns from 1 October 2026 until 31 March 2027. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/585/leicestershire_councils_come_together_to_challenge_plans_for_local_government_reorganisation Five district and borough councils in Leicestershire have today (21 September 2026) issued a pre-action letter to the government. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:07:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/584/have_your_say_on_draft_plan_to_prevent_homelessness_and_rough_sleeping Residents, customers, partners and local organisations are being asked for their views on a draft strategy to help prevent homelessness and rough sleeping in Hinckley and Bosworth. Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:38:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/583/annual_awards_will_honour_volunteers_who_are_making_a_difference The hunt is on to find Hinckley and Bosworth residents who make a difference to the lives of others through volunteering. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:51:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/582/hinckley_steps_back_in_time_for_free_medieval_family_fun Visitors to Hinckley’s Argents Mead found themselves stepping back in time as they enjoyed a day of free medieval-themed entertainment on Saturday (12 September). Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:51:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/581/visitors_enjoy_a_fun-filled_burbage_common_open_day_2026 Visitors to Burbage Common enjoyed a fun-packed day at the annual open day on Sunday (13 September). Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:44:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/580/four_new_ev_charging_points_coming_to_hinckley_leisure_centre_car_park Work to install four new electric vehicle charging points at Hinckley Leisure Centre car park will get under way on Monday 21 September. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:09:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/579/free_medieval_family_fun_comes_to_hinckley_this_weekend Residents and visitors are invited to step back in time for a day of free medieval-themed entertainment at Argents Mead in Hinckley. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:57:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/578/government_announces_review_of_local_government_reorganisation_plans The Government has announced today (7 September) that plans for local government reorganisation in a number of areas, including Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, will be reviewed. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:05:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/577/borough_council_and_cadent_extend_support_for_residents Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council and Cadent have extended their partnership for a further two years, continuing to provide vital support to residents through the Centres for Warmth programme. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:37:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/576/environment_agency_appeals_for_information_after_illegal_waste_site_shut_down The Environment Agency has appealed for information about the illegal waste site off the A47 near Hinckley. They said: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:29:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/575/family_fun_promised_at_burbage_common_open_day_2026 A fun-packed day for the whole family is promised when Burbage Common holds its annual open day on Sunday 13 September, 10am to 4pm. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:22:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/573/new_rules_for_shared_houses_in_barwell_and_earl_shilton New planning controls on shared houses in defined areas of Barwell and Earl Shilton will take effect from 14 August following a formal public consultation. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:07:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/572/young_writers_celebrated_in_borough_story_competition Six primary school children have been recognised as winners of a story writing competition launched by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council earlier this summer. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:43:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/569/consultation_begins_on_next_draft_of_hinckley_and_bosworth_local_plan Consultation on the next draft of the Hinckley and Bosworth Local Plan is under way. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/571/witness_appeal_after_large-scale_illegal_waste_tipping_off_a47_leicester_road A large amount of waste has been tipped on council-owned land off the A47 Leicester Road, between Hinckley and Earl Shilton, prompting an investigation and an appeal for witnesses. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:41:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/570/snap_dragon_childrens_festival_delights_families_at_argents_mead Families flocked to Argents Mead, Hinckley this week as the much-loved Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival returned for three days of fun, creativity and entertainment. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:09:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/568/feast_hinckley_2026_a_record-breaking_success The summer sun continued to shine as popular food and drink festival Feast Hinckley returned to Argents Mead in the town centre. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:35:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/567/snap_dragon_childrens_festival_returns_to_argents_mead_for_2026 The popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival is back with three fun filled days for all the family in Hinckley's Argents Mead. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/566/hinckley_to_benefit_from_new_banking_hub Residents and businesses across Hinckley and Bosworth are set to benefit from a new banking hub, bringing vital face-to-face banking services back to the town centre. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/565/hinckley_playground_upgrades_completed_as_summer_holidays_begin Works to upgrade the children’s play area in Paddock Way, Hinckley have been completed. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:20:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/564/hollycroft_park_and_argents_mead_once_again_awarded_coveted_green_flag_awards Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead have once again raised the prestigious Green Flag Award, an international quality mark for parks and green spaces. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/563/borough_council_named_apprentice_employer_of_the_year Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council (HBBC) has been recognised for its commitment to developing future talent after being named Apprentice Employer of the Year. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:40:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/562/government_announces_new_unitary_councils_for_leicester_leicestershire_and_rutland The government today announced its decision on local government reorganisation for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:54:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/561/exhibition_celebrates_the_human_side_of_creativity Atkins Gallery’s Annual Open Exhibition is open now with a theme that puts the spotlight firmly on human creativity. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:15:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/560/new_website_launched_to_support_hinckley_and_bosworths_voluntary_and_community_sector A new website has been launched to provide a central hub for voluntary, community and not-for-profit organisations across Hinckley and Bosworth. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:04:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/559/highly_successful_food_festival_feast_hinckley_returns Popular food and drink festival Feast Hinckley returns to Argents Mead over the weekend of Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August, with over 45 vendors offering a range of national and international cuisine. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:38:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/558/free_summer_activity_brochure_for_children_young_people_and_families An electronic brochure packed full of summer activities and events for young people and families in Hinckley and Bosworth can now be downloaded from the Borough Council’s website. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:26:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/557/writing_competition_marks_national_year_of_reading A primary school story writing competition was launched by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council to support the National Year of Reading campaign. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/556/strong_support_at_armed_forces_day_2026 Residents and visitors gathered in Hinckley on Saturday 27 June to show their support for the Armed Forces community at this year’s Armed Forces Day event. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:04:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/555/2026_tenant_garden_competition Council tenants are being encouraged to enter Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council’s annual garden competition. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:09:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/554/armed_forces_day_service_and_parade_2026 A special service and parade will be held in Hinckley on Saturday 27 June to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:26:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/553/councils_across_leicestershire_unite_to_tackle_illegal_fly-tipping Fly-tipping is more than an eyesore — it harms the environment, risks public health and drains funding from vital local services. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:24:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/552/proms_in_the_park_2026_delights_audiences Hollycroft Park was filled with music and celebration as the much-loved Proms in the Park returned for another successful evening (Saturday 6 June). Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:12:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/551/everards_founder_honoured_with_blue_plaque_in_groby  A blue plaque honouring the founder of brewery and pub chain Everards has been unveiled in Groby as part of Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council’s Blue Plaque Scheme. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:51:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/549/warm_welcome_volunteers_celebrate_success Forty warm welcome group leaders and volunteers gathered at the George Ward Centre, Barwell recently to celebrate achievements and share ideas, challenges and best practice at the third annual event. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/548/public_invited_to_comment_on_proposed_article_4_direction_for_barwell_and_earl_shilton Residents, landlords and businesses can have a say on proposals that would give the council greater control over where new Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) are located in Barwell and Earl Shilton. Fri, 22 May 2026 15:21:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/547/work_begins_to_restore_the_cock_inn_pub_in_sibson Restoration work to bring The Cock Inn pub in Sibson back into good repair is now under way, marking a welcome step forward for the historic building. Fri, 22 May 2026 14:21:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/546/proms_in_the_park_returns_for_2026 Hinckley's Hollycroft Park will come alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returns on Saturday 6 June. Fri, 15 May 2026 15:31:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/545/councillor_cathie_gibbens_becomes_new_hinckley_and_bosworth_mayor One of the highlights of the civic year took place on Tuesday (12 May) at Annual Council when the new Mayor of the Borough was installed for the next 12 months. Wed, 13 May 2026 10:09:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/544/new_plaque_unveiled_at_hinckley_war_memorial Crowds gathered to pay their respects as a new memorial plaque was unveiled at the war memorial in Argents Mead, Hinckley on Saturday (9 May). Tue, 12 May 2026 11:49:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/543/new_plaque_to_be_unveiled_at_hinckley_war_memorial A new memorial plaque will be unveiled at the war memorial in Argents Mead, Hinckley, on Saturday 9 May. Wed, 06 May 2026 09:29:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/542/homes_bought_to_keep_local_homeless_families_out_of_hotels_and_hostels A council-backed scheme is moving homeless local families into suitable, affordable homes while they wait for a permanent place to live. Wed, 06 May 2026 07:27:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/541/hinckley_leisure_centre_celebrates_10th_anniversary Hinckley Leisure Centre is celebrating its 10th anniversary this May after welcoming nearly seven million visits since opening in 2016. Fri, 01 May 2026 16:16:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/540/tributes_paid_to_former_mayor Tributes have been paid to a former Mayor of Hinckley and Bosworth and long-serving councillor who has died aged 89. Fri, 01 May 2026 15:52:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/539/town_celebrates_st_georges_day Hinckley celebrated St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment on Saturday (25 April). Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/538/councillors_approve_extra_planning_checks_for_shared_houses Councillors have introduced extra planning checks on new shared houses in and around Hinckley town centre. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:41:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/537/hinckley_to_host_new_textile_art_exhibition Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery will celebrate its roots when it hosts a free-to-attend art showcase and demonstrations this May (15-29). Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:45:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/536/councillors_set_to_approve_proposed_extra_planning_checks_for_shared_houses Councillors are set to introduce extra planning checks on new shared houses in and around Hinckley town centre. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:54:00 +0100