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What’s On
in
Melton Mowbray
2020
Events Calendar
February 2020 Garthorpe Race Fixture Events Calendar Sunday 23rd Feb The home of point to point racing in the East Midlands! Times:...............First race 12 noon Venue:..............Garthorpe Race Course LE14 2RS Website: www.garthorpe.com March British Pie Awards Wednesday 4th March Now in its 12th year, the British Pie Awards have become an institution for pastry-connoisseurs country-wide. Our annual event sees hundreds of professional pie-makers gather for a celebration and trade competition of this British culinary favourite. Held each year in Melton Mowbray, we are lucky enough to have a selection of the most knowledgeable figures in the industry on-hand presiding over the day’s proceedings. Times:...............11.00am to 3.30pm Venue:..............St Mary’s Church, Melton Mowbray Tel:....................Matthew O’Callaghan 07894 229499 Email: info@britishpieawards.co.uk Website: www.britishpieawards.co.uk Garthorpe Race Fixture Sunday 29th March The home of point to point racing in the East Midlands! Times:...............First race 12.30pm Venue:..............Garthorpe Race Course LE14 2RS Website: www.garthorpe.com Eggstreme Easter at Twinlakes Park March & April (Check the website for further details) The UK’s first Easter Bunny Grotto experience. Easter hunts, chocolate masterclasses and opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny. Times:..............Various Venue:..............Twinlakes Family Theme Park Tel:.....................01664 567777 Email: info@twinlakespark.co.uk Website: www.twinlakespark.co.uk
April 2020
GazCar Giant Scalextric Weekend Events Calendar
Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th April
Join us for our first GazCar Giant Scalextric Weekend, 6 cars racing
at once on two lanes with trophies for the fastest race (12 laps) and
for fastest lap of the weekend. Hot and cold food & drinks served all
weekend, plus licenced bar.
Times:.............. 10.00am til late Saturday 4th, 10.00am til 6.00pm Sunday
Venue:..............Penman Spicer Centre, Park Lane, Melton Mowbray
Admission:......£3.00 per race or £5.00 for 2 races
Tel:.....................07954 817505
Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk
Sale of Traditional and Pure Breed Poultry
and Waterfowl, plus Easter Craft Fayre
Saturday 4th April
The event has been a fabulous success with the sale of Graded
and Traditional Pure and Rare Breed Poultry and Waterfowl.
Times:..............9.30am onwards Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet
Venue:..............Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road Sunday 5th April
Admission:......FREE Vintage/Craft/Retro Market & Classic Car Meet.
Tel:.....................01664 562971 Times:.............. 10.00am to 3.00pm
Email: poultry@meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk Venue:..............Melton Market Place
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk Admission:......FREE
Tel:.....................07837 398610
Easter Eggstravaganza
Friday 10th and Saturday 11th April Vintage Classic Car Meet
Easter Trail, face painting, Easter bonnet parade, Friday 24th April
arts & crafts, Easter bunny and lots more!. Vintage Classic Car Meet.
Times:..............10.00am to 3.00pm Times:..............From 5pm until dusk
Venue:..............Wilton Park, Melton Mowbray Admission:.....FREE
Tel:.....................07860 235114 Venue:..............Melton Town Centre
Tel:.....................01664 480234 / 07703 467769
Garthorpe Races Email: nigelkeep@hotmail.com
Sunday 25th April
A great family day out. Bring the children and the dog! Horse racing, family dog show, trade stands, children’s
amusements, street food, licensed bar, betting
Times:..............Gates open 11.00am, first race 1.00pm
Venue:..............Garthorpe Racecourse LE14 2RS
Admission:......Advance £10.00 pp available until 4th April 2020, then £13.00 pp. On the gate £15.00 pp, under 16s free
Website: www.garthorpe.com
April continued... 2020 St Georges Day Service & Parade Events Calendar Sunday 26th April Parade through Melton Town Centre followed by a service at 1.00pm in St Mary’s Church. Times:..............12.15pm (Parade) Venue:..............St Mary’s Church & Melton Town Centre Tel:.....................07513 953844 Email: meltonscouts@gmail.com Website: www.porkpiescouts.org.uk 16th Rutland – Melton International CiCLE Classic Sunday 26th April 200km Professional Men’s cycle road race between the towns of Oakham and Melton. One of only five British events forming part of the Union Cycliste Internationale’s Europe Tour calendar. Britain’s longest running single day international cycle road race over a unique on and off road route which takes the competitors just over 4 and a half hours to complete, and its final 20 km of racing played out in and around Melton with its finish right in the town centre at 4.15pm. Venue:..............Oakham & Melton Mowbray Tel:.....................07979 856262 Email: cicleclassics@gmail.com Website: www.cicleclassic.co.uk May Artisan Cheese Fair Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd May The UK’s largest cheese fair with around 70 artisan cheesemakers from Britain and Ireland and almost 300 cheeses to try and buy. Programme of talks, demonstrations, tastings and entertainment. Other food & drink; wine, cakes, beer, pies, hot street food, etc. Times:..............10.00am to 4.00pm (Groups welcome & discounts) Venue:..............Exhibition Halls, Livestock Market, Scalford Road, Melton Mowbray Admission:.....£5.00 (under 16 free) (£4 in advance) Tel:.....................07894 229499 Email: info@artisancheesefair.co.uk Website: www.artisancheesefair.co.uk Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet Sunday 3rd May Times:..............10.00am to 3.00pm Venue:..............Melton Market Place Admission:.....FREE Tel:.....................07837 398610
May continued... 2020
Garthorpe Race Fixture Events Calendar
Sunday 10th May
The home of point to point racing in the East Midlands!
Times:..............First race 12.30pm
Venue:..............Garthorpe Race Course LE14 2RS
Admission:.....FREE
40’s Weekend Melton Mowbray
Saturday 16th & 17th May 2020
Melton’s first 1940’s weekend with 40’s live music and
entertainment, vintage stalls, re-enactors, living history displays,
vintage cars, fair, food & drink, fashion show and tea dance.
Times:..............10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:..............Town Centre & Parks, Melton Mowbray
Admission:.....FREE
Tel:.....................07937 398610
Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk
40’s Tea Dance
Saturday 16th May
Step back in time and enjoy a good old-fashioned
1940’s Tea Dance as part of our 1940’s weekend.
Enjoy a 1940’s style cream tea, live music and bar.
Times:..............6.30pm to 11.00pm
Venue:..............St Mary’s Church, Melton Mowbray
Admission:.....Tickets £20, to be bought in advance
Tel:.....................07937 398610
Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk
Melton Duck Race on the River Eye
Vintage Classic Car Meet Monday 25th May
Friday 29th May Come to the River Eye, Play Close at 2.00pm to watch the
Vintage Classic Car Meet. Melton Duck Race.
Times:..............From 5pm until dusk Times:..............2.00pm
Venue:..............Melton Town Centre Venue:..............The River Eye, Melton Play Close
Admission:.....FREE Admission:.....FREE
Tel:.....................01664 480234 / 07703 467769 Email: mrbritton1946@gmail.com
Email: nigelkeep@hotmail.com
June 2020 Garthorpe Race Fixture Events Calendar Saturday 6th June The home of point to point racing in the East Midlands! Times:...............First race 12.30pm Venue:..............Garthorpe Race Course LE14 2RS Email: www.garthorpe.com Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet Sunday 7th June Vintage/Craft/Retro Market & Classic Car Meet. Times:...............10.00am to 3.00pm Venue:..............Melton Market Place Admission:......FREE Tel:.....................07837 398610 Stapleford Miniature Railway Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th June Featuring the Stapleford 10 ¼” Gauge Miniature Railway. Traction engines, fairground organs, vintage vehicles, trade stands & old time fairground. Licensed Bar. Times:...............10.00am onwards Venue:..............Stapleford Park, Nr Melton Mowbray Admission:......Adults £5.00 / Child £3.00 / Weekend Family Camping £30.00 Tel:.....................01664 851614 Email: fsmr_event@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.fsmr.org.uk Tough Mudder at Belvoir Castle Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th June Tough Mudder Midlands is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, on top of brand new obstacles and thick mud, they’ll be throwing a birthday party like you’ve never seen before!. Times:...............Various Venue:..............Belvoir Castle Admission:......See Website Website: www.toughmudder.co.uk
June continued... 2020 Sixties Music Festival Events Calendar Friday 26th June Open air music festival for all the family with live music, vintage & classic cars & bar. Times:..............12.00 noon onwards Venue:..............Market Place, Melton Mowbray Admission:......FREE Tel:.....................01664 480234 Email: nigelkeep@hotmail.com Distilled (Spirits Festival) Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June Your favourite tipple; Gin, Vodka, Whisky, Rum, etc plus liqueurs and other drinks both to take away and to drink on site in the beautiful 14th Century St Mary’s Church until the evening. Also a full programme of talks, tastings and workshops. Book early to avoid disappointment. Times:..............10.00am to 4.00pm (Groups welcome & discounts). Venue:..............St Mary’s Church, Melton Mowbray Admission:......£4.00 (£3 in advance) Tel:.....................07894 229499 Email: info@spiritfest.co.uk Website: www.spiritsfest.co.uk July Teenage Market Saturday 4th July Live musical performances and teenage market, giving young people a free platform to showcase their creative talents. Times:...............10.00am to 4.00pm Admission:......FREE Venue:...............Melton Town Centre Tel:.....................07954 817505 Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk Website: www.theteenagemarket.co.uk
July continued... 2020
Women’s and Junior Junior CiCLE Classics Events Calendar
Sunday 5th July
British Cycling Elite National A races for women and juniors. 120 riders from each
category race over a 110km course around and finishing in Melton town centre.
Times:................Juniors: Starts 9.30am. Approx. finish 12.00 noon.
Women’s: Start: 14.00 Approx. finish 17.00
Venue:...............Start & Finish in Melton Town Centre
Tel:......................01572 787726 / 07979 856262
Email: cicleclassics@gmail.com
Website: www.cicleclassic.co.uk
Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet
Sunday 5th July
Vintage/Craft/Retro Market & Classic Car Meet.
Times:...............10.00am to 3.00pm
Admission:.......FREE
Venue:...............Melton Market Place
Tel:.....................07837 398610
Vintage Classic Car Meet
Sunday 26th July
Vintage Classic Car Meet.
Times:...............From 5pm until dusk
Admission:.......FREE
Venue:...............Melton Town Centre
Tel:.....................01664 480234 / 07703 467769
Email: nigelkeep@hotmail.com
August
Pie Fest
Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August
A celebration of the nation’s favourite dish. Sweet & savoury, hot & cold, award winning
pies from across the UK. Tastings, workshops and an expert ‘Pie Panel’ for your pie queries.
Also cakes, cider, cheese, chutneys wine, and the ‘Pie Kitchen’ for hot pies n’ mash, gravy...
Times:................10.00am to 4.00pm (Groups welcome & discounts).
Venue:...............Exhibition Halls, Livestock Market, Scalford Road, Melton Mowbray
Admission:.......£4.00 (Under 16’s free) £3.00 in advance
Tel:......................07894 229499
Email: info@ukpiefest.co.uk
Website: www.ukpiefest.co.uk
August continued... 2020
Events Calendar
Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet
Sunday 2nd August
Vintage/Craft/Retro Market & Classic Car Meet.
Times:...........10.00am to 3.00pm
Admission:..FREE
Venue:..........Melton Market Place
Tel:.................07837 398610
Email: nigelkeep@hotmail.com
Melton Folk Festival
Friday 31st July, Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August
The summer Folk Festival comprises a full weekend of music & dance (from folk
to popular) all around the town. It is a free festival and attracts musicians from
all over the country. A great weekend for music lovers or for those just wishing to
experience the festival atmosphere.
Times:..............12 noon -10.00pm
Venue:..............Melton Mowbray Town Centre
Admission:......Free
Tel:.....................01664 852449
Email: adrianssk@yahoo.co.uk
Website: www.meltonfolk.com
Firework Champions at Belvoir
Saturday 8th August
Spectacular shows choreographed to music by leading professional firework
companies all on the same night. Overnight camping available.
Times:..............5.00pm to 11.00pm
Venue:..............Belvoir Castle
Admission:......Adults £18.00 (£20.00 on the gate) Child £8.00 (£10.00 on the gate)
Tel:.....................01327 876037
Email: mail@mlepyrotechnics.co.uk
Website: www.fireworkchampions.co.uk/our-events/belvoir-castle/August continued... 2020 Melton By The Sea Events Calendar Wednesday 12th – Friday 14th August All the fun of the seaside in Melton Town centre: sand pits, art & crafts tent, funfair rides, stalls, seaside trail and competitions galore! Times:...............10.00am to 4.00pm Venue:...............Melton Town Centre Tel:.....................07954 817505 Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk Website: www.melton.gov.uk Film in the Park Vintage Classic Car Meet Saturday 22nd August Friday 28th August Film in the Park Times:................From 5pm until dusk Times:................From 8pm until late Admission:.......Free Admission:.......Free Venue:...............Melton Town Centre Venue:...............Melton Play Close Park Tel:......................01664 480234 / 07703 467769 Tel:......................07954 817505 Email: nigelkeep@hotmail.com Email: info@meltonbid.co.ukk Stapleford Miniature Railway Open Weekend Saturday 29th – Monday 31th August Featuring the Stapleford Park 10 ¼” gauge miniature railway. Showman’s engines, fairground organs, stands, exhibits, bar & catering. Times:................10.00am onwards Admission:.......£5.00 Adults, £3.00 Child (Under 5’s Free) (Camping and caravan £40 weekend inc. admission). Venue:...............Stapleford Park, Nr Melton Mowbray Tel:......................01664 851614 Email: fsmr_event@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.fsmr.org.uk September Teenage Market Saturday 5th September Live musical performances and teenage market, giving young people a free platform to showcase their creative talents. Times:...............10.00am to 4.00pm Admission:.......FREE Venue:...............Melton Town Centre Tel:.....................07954 817505 Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk Website: www.theteenagemarket.co.uk
September continued... 2020
National Traditional and Native Events Calendar
Breed Show and Sale
Friday 11th & Saturday 12th September Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet
The Traditional and Native Breed National Show
Sunday 6th September
Vintage/Craft/Retro Market & Classic Car Meet.
and Sale is a unique National event held at Melton Times:........10.00am to 3.00pm
Mowbray. The event has been a fabulous success,
Admission:FREE
with close to 1000 sheep each year, from 24
Venue:........Melton Market Place
different UK Traditional and Native breeds, a good
selection of cattle and pigs, and a fantastic poultry Tel:...............07837 398610
and waterfowl sale.
Times:........10.00am to 4.00pm Equinox 24 Running Race
Saturday 21st to Sunday 22nd September
Venue:........Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road
A 24 hour mixed terrain race against the clock in the stunning
Tel:...............01664 562971 grounds of Belvoir Castle. Open to all abilities either as a solo
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk or in a team. Physically challenging & mentally tough but an
experience not to be missed. Free weekend camping available.
Annual Beer Festival Times:.........12.00 noon Saturday to 12.00 noon Sunday
Friday 18th to Sunday 20th September Venue:........Belvoir Castle
The 17th annual beer festival with almost 100
Tel:...............07809 673831
different cask & craft beers and ciders, with music
Email: info@equniox24.co.uk
and food.
Times:.........11.00am to Late Website: www.equinox24.co.uk
Venue:........Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road
Tel:...............01664 562971
Vintage Classic Car Meet
Friday 27th September
Vintage Classic Car Meet
Times:.........From 5pm until dusk
Admission:FREE
Venue:........Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel:...............01664 480234 / 07703 467769
Email: nigelkeep@hotmail.comOctober 2020
East Midlands Food Festival Events Calendar
Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th October
In its 16th year, one of the UK’s largest regional food festivals. Around 200 stalls from
the East Midlands and beyond; Food Theatre with professional chefs, entertainment,
Kids Food Zone, Street Food with hot dishes from around the world. One of New York
Times 2018 Top 5 Food Festivals in the World!
Times:.........10.00am to 5.00pm Sat / 10.00am to 4.00pm Sun
Admission:£5.00 in advance, £6.00 on the gate, Children under 16 free.
Groups Welcome & discounts
Venue:........Exhibition Halls & Livestock Market, Scalford Road
Tel:...............07894 229499
Email: info@meltonmowbrayfoodfestival.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbrayfoodfestival.co.uk
Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet
Sunday 4th October
Vintage/Craft/Retro Market & Classic Car Meet Family Scream & Xtreme Scream
Times:.........10.00am to 3.00pm October-November (Check the website for further details)
Admission:.FREE Voted the best Halloween daytime attraction for families, Family
Venue:.........Melton Market Place Scream runs from October to November daily with over 20,000 FREE
pumpkins for kids to carve. Award winning Xtreme Scream is an
Tel:................07837 398610 over 16 evening attraction which runs on Friday & Saturday nights
throughout October. See website for details.
Halloween Bonfire Party Times:.........Various
Saturday 31st October Venue:........Twinlakes Family Theme Park
Times:.........10.00am to 8.00pm
Tel:...............01664 567777
Admission:.£2.00
Email: info@twinlakespark.co.uk
Venue:.........Play Close, Melton Mowbray
Website: www.xtremescreampark.co.uk
Tel:................001664 564559
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.com
November
Vintage/Craft Market & Classic Car Meet
Sunday 1st November
Vintage/Craft/Retro Market & Classic Car Meet Twinlakes Firework Festival
Times:.........10.00am to 3.00pm Returning this November,
Admission:.FREE check the website for further details
Times:.........6.00pm onwards
Venue:.........Melton Market Place
Venue:.........Twinlakes Family Theme Park, Melton Mowbray
Tel:................07837 398610
Tel:................01664 567777
Email: info@twinlakespark.co.uk
Website: www.twinlakespark.co.ukNovember continued... 2020
Chocfest Events Calendar
Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd November
One of the largest UK chocolate festivals. All things
Twinlakes Magical Winter Wonderland
chocolate even choc pizza, beer and kebabs…chocolate November – December
pancakes, ice-cream, cakes, donuts, marshmallows, hot (check the website for further details)
chocolate, biscuits, pastries, liqueurs, brownies, tarts The perfect day out for all the family, our Magical Winter
and puddings. Plus a Spirits Hall, talks, tastings & also Wonderland will be back this November. Take a ride on the
workshops to make your own chocolates. Polar Express, visit Santa in his Grotto, take a ride on the
Times:.........10.00am to 4.00pm Running Bear Summit plummet or get lost in the winter
mirror maze.
Admission:.£5.00 (Under 16’s free) £4 in advance
Times:.........Open daily from 10.00am
Venue:.........Livestock Market, Scalford Road
Venue:.........Twinlakes Family Theme Park, Melton Mowbray
Tel:................07894 229499
Tel:................01664 567777
Email: info@ukchocfest.co.uk
Email: info@twinlakespark.co.uk
Website: www.ukchocfest.com
Website: www.twinlakespark.co.uk
December
The Melton & Belvoir Agricultural Society Fat Stock Show & Sale
Tuesday 1st December
Melton & Belvoir Agricultural Society hosts the Christmas Fat Stock Show and Sale of cattle, sheep,
pigs, goats, Stilton Cheese, Midlands cheese, Pork Pies, sausages, pastries, home baking and floral art.
Times:.........10.00am onwards
Venue:.........Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road
Tel:................01664 464177
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Melton Mowbray Christmas Weekend
Christmas Lights Switch On Event
Friday 4th December
Entertainment starts at 9.00am with local live performances
from schools, choirs, bands and local artists. Santa’s
Christmas Tree Festival
Grotto from 4.00pm to 7.00pm, Victorian market, street Friday 4th – Tuesday 8th December
entertainment, late night shopping and a firework spectacular. The largest Christmas Tree Festival in the country and
Light Switch on at 6.45pm with the cast from Melton now in its 18th year, showcasing over 1300 magical
Theatre’s Christmas Pantomine. Free Parking in the long stay trees. Refreshments served in Church. Groups welcome,
car parks. free parking in the long stay car parks.
Times:..........9.00am to 8.00pm Friday: 9.00am to 9.00pm
Venue:.........Melton Town Centre Saturday: 9.00am to 4.30pm
Tel:................07954 817505 Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk Monday: 9.00am to 9.00pm
Tuesday: 9.00am to 3.00pm
Venue:...........St Mary’s Parish Church, Melton Mowbray
Admission:...£2.00 Adults, Children FREE
Tel:..................01664 565608
Email: bjwray@globalnet.co.ukDecember continued... 2020
Victorian Christmas Fayre Events Calendar
Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December
Festival of Wreaths
Thousands of people from across the country descend
Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December
on Melton every year to enjoy a slice of Dickensian
St. John the Baptist Church will be opening its doors over
Britain. The Victorian Christmas Fayre offers a fine
the weekend to view the entries for the Christmas Wreath
choice of gifts, crafts and local produce, with live music
competition. The competition is open to all, with 4 categories
and entertainment throughout the weekend. Groups
– Primary school age, Secondary school age, Adults and
welcome, free car parking in the long stay car parks.
Business. Entry costs only £1 per wreath to enter.
Friday: 10.00am to 8.00pm
Times: Fri 10.00am to 4.00pm / Sat 10.00am to 4.00pm,
Saturday: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Sun 10.00an to 4.00pm
Sunday: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:...........St. John the Baptist Church, Thorpe End
Venue: Melton Town Centre
Coaches to pre-book parking. Admission:...Free, Wreath entry £1
Tel:..................07954 817505 Tel:..................Francis Lavette on 07790 631635
Email: info@meltonbid.co.uk
Melton Folk Trail
Festival of Cribs Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th December
Saturday 5th to Sunday 6th December The Folk Trail Festival returns to Melton once again with
A fantastic display of over 100 nativity cribs from around a feast of music, dance, street entertainment, session and
the World. Hot/cold food and drinks served all day. sing around, attracting musicians nationwide.
Times:...........Sat 10.00am to 4.00pm Come to play or simply enjoy the spectacle of what is
Sun 10.30am to 4.00pm proving to be a very popular Christmas event.
Venue:...........Sage Cross Street Methodist Church Times:...........12 noon -10.00pm
Admission:...£2.00 Venue:...........Melton Town Centre
Admission:...FREE
Melton Santa Run Tel:..................01664 852449
Sunday 15th December
Email: adrianssk@yahoo.co.uk
Times Registration from 9.15am
Best Dressed Dog Competition 10.15am
Run/Walk starts 11.00am
Christmas Experience
Saturday 19th to Thursday 24th December
Venue:..........Melton Country Park
Santa’s Grotto, Elf & Snowman Hunt, Cheeky Elf train
Tel:..................01664 481997 rides & lots more festive fun.
Email: alisonblythe@tresillianhouse.com
Venue:...........Melton Wilton Park
Website: www.meltonsantafunrun.co.uk
Tel:..................07860 235114
Christmas Wrapping & Christmas
Classic Car Meet
Sunday 20th December
Over 60 Classic & Vintage cars meet in Melton town cen-
January 2021
tre for this unique event. FREE Christmas Gift Wrapping Annual Hunt Meet – The Quorn Hun
service and FREE pint vouchers courtesy of the ‘Melton Friday 1st January
Elves’ ! Shops open plus Christmas craft market for last Times:...........10.30am – 11.30am
minute Christmas gifts. Live music from 103 The Eye Venue:...........Melton Play Close
Times:...........10.00am to 4.00pm . Tel:..................01664 564559
Venue:...........Melton Town Centre Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Tel:..................07954 817505 Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Email: info@meltonbid.co.ukTrails & Apps
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A FREE Melton Town Guide App gives you everything you need to know about the Town of Melton Mowbray. The App includes a
comprehensive business directory so you can find anything you want at the touch of a button, as well as events, discounts and offers and
parking. The App is available for Apple or Android devices and can be downloaded direct from the App Store or Google Play.
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Markets discover the great choice of restaurants, bars, pubs and entertainment available.
FARMER’S MARKET FUR & FEATHER ANTIQUES FAIR
Every Tuesday and Friday Every Tuesday Every Tuesday
8.00am – 2.00pm 9.00am onwards 8.00am - 1.30pm
Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road
Tel: 01664 562971. Tel: 01664 562971. Tel: 01664 562971.
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
CAR BOOT SALES LIVESTOCK / CATTLE MELTON STREET MARKET
Every Sunday Every Tuesday Every Tuesday & Saturday
8.30am onwards 9.00am onwards 8.00am onwards
Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road Melton Livestock Market, Scalford Road Melton Town Centre
Tel: 01664 562971. Tel: 01664 562971. Tel: 01664 564559.
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
ANTIQUES & TEENAGE MARKETS
Melton Town Centre
COLLECTIBLES MARKET Tel: 07954 817505.
Every Wednesday
Website: www.meltonbid.co.uk
8.00am onwards
Melton Market Place
Tel: 01664 564559.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Other Events
BAND CONCERTS
Melton Mowbray Town Estate holds regular Sunday afternoon band concerts throughout the summer months which are very popular and
well attended. The free concerts start at 2:45pm and finish at approximately 4:30pm. They take place in the Bandstand, New Park, Melton
Mowbray. For further information telephone the Band Concert Controller on 01664 851 353 or visit www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
BEER FESTIVALS, MUSIC FESTIVALS & GIGS
Melton is also known as the Rural Heart of Live Music with local bars and pubs hosing gigs and festivals throughout the year. Check out the
Melton Gig Guide website for up to date information on live gigs and festivals. www.meltongigguide.co.uk
LIVE SHOWS & FILMS
Melton is lucky to have both a Theatre and a boutique picture-house Cinema which have a packed diary of events throughout the year.
www.regalcinemamelton.co.uk / www.meltontheatre.co.uk
TWINLAKES FAMILY THEME PARK
Look out for exciting events throughout the year at Twinlakes Family Theme Park. Character and Special events, more fireworks, outdoor
cinema and kids concerts all planned for 2019. Visit the website for details at www.twinlakespark.co.uk
VINTAGE & CLASSIC CAR NIGHTS
Melton Mowbray hosts Vintage and Classic car nights on Friday evenings throughout the Summer months from April to September inclusive
from 5pm until dusk. Melton Market Place: Last Friday evening of every month (54A King Street - 01664 480234)
The town also hosts a Christmas Special Sunday, in conjunction with the Blokes Shopping day on the last Sunday before Christmas.
Group Information
There is a wealth of activities available for groups including Pork Pie and cheese tasting demonstrations, brewery tours, Gourmet
Short Breaks, trails and free access to the Carnegie Museum. Free coach parking is available at Wilton Road with a Meet & Greet
service throughout the Summer. Please contact Melton Borough Council for information on 01664 502502.Melton Mowbray Town Centre
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Disclaimer: Please note that these events and activities were correct at the time of going to print.
Please check the website for any changes at www.meltonbid.co.uk or www.melton.gov.uk/events
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