Melton Mowbray Events

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Melton Mowbray Events
What’s On
in
Melton Mowbray
2015
Events Calendar
February
Melton Mowbray Frost Fair
Thursday 19th & Friday 20th February
Family fun and entertainment in Melton Market Place during
the half term break with a winter street fair.
Times:..............10.00am – 4.00pm
Admission:......Free
Venue:..............Melton Town Centre
Tel:.....................01664 564559.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
April
Spring Rare Breeds Show
(Poultry & Waterfowl)
Saturday 11th April
Showcasing a complete range of Poultry & Waterfowl
from traditional pure bred to rare breeds.
Sales and awards.
Times:...............9.30am onwards
Admission:......Free
Venue:..............Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel:..................01664 562971.
Email: poultry@meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Easter Fun Fair
Easter Week
Times:..............11.30am onwards
Venue:..............Melton Play Close
Tel:.....................01664 564559.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
British Pie Awards
Wednesday 22nd April
The world-renowned British Pie Awards celebrates our Nation’s
love of pies. Each year, hundreds of pie producers enter the
awards in the hopes of receiving a British Pie Award accolade.
Times:............10.00am to 5.00pm
Venue:............St Mary’s Church, Melton Mowbray
Tel:..................07943 535790.
Email: info@britishpieawards.co.uk
Website: www.britishpieawards.co.uk
twitter@britishpies
Facebook The British Pie Awards
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St Georges Day Service & Parade
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
Rutland - Melton International CiCle Classic
(Professional Road Race)
Sunday 26th April
Britain’s longest running one day International cycle road race
and arguably the biggest single day sporting event in the East
Midlands. The event is unique in that it blends rough farm tracks
along with wide highways along its 185 km route. Starts in
Oakham with plenty of viewing points along the route.
Times:................11.00am to 3.30pm
Venue::..............Oakham & Melton Mowbray
Tel::.....................01572 787726.
Email: colin.i.clews@btinternet.com
Website: www.cicleclassic.co.uk
May
Artisan Cheese Fair
Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd May
The UK’s largest Cheese Fair with over 50 cheese makers from across
the British Isles showcasing over 250 cheeses including some of the
UK’s rarest cheese. Other local produce including wines, breads, pickles
and beer & of course the Melton Mowbray Pork Pie. Talks, tastings,
demo’s and entertainment.
Times:..............10.00am to 4.00pm (Groups welcome).
Venue:..............Exhibition Halls, Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Admission:......£2.00
Tel:.....................07894 229499.
Email: info@artisancheesefair.co.uk
Website: www.artisancheesefair.co.uk
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2015
Melton Show & Festival
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May
Sunday 24th & Monday 25th May
A two day show held in the beautiful Egerton Park.
An exciting program of live entertainment, thrills and spills,
and super attractions all geared to real family enjoyment.
Times:..............10.00am until Dusk
Venue:..............Play Close, Melton Mowbray
Admission:......£5.00 Adults. (Groups Welcome)
Tel: ....................07710 135395.
Email: meltondays@yahoo.co.uk
Website: www.meltonshowandfestival.co.uk
June
MC Carriage Driving Event at Belvoir Castle
Saturday 13th to Sunday 14th June
The 2nd event at this exciting new venue now includes a
National Novice Qualifier Class. Marathon course of 12k through
woodland tracks and field margins on the Belvoir Estate.
Times:.............9.30am to 5.30pm
Venue:.............Belvoir Castle
Tel:....................01630 661314.
Email: soudley@tiscali.co.uk
Website: www.midlandscarriagedriving.co.uk
Stapleford Miniature Railway
Saturday 13th to Sunday 14th June
Featuring the Stapleford 10 ¼” Gauge Miniature Railway.
Times:..............10.00am onwards
Venue:..............Stapleford Park, Nr Melton Mowbray
Admission:......Free / Train Rides extra
Tel:.....................01664 851614
Email: fsmr_event@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.fsmr.org.uk
June
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Stathern Festival
Friday 12th to Sunday 21st June
10th & final festival! Great events including Party in the
Park, Summer Ball, Gymkhana, 10K Race, Dog Shows, Live
Entertainment and Caribbean Carnival.
Visit the website for dates and information.
Times:..............Various
Venue:.............Stathern, Nr Melton Mowbray
Email: stathernfestival@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.stathernfestival.com
Midsummer Music Festival
Friday 26th June
Open air music festival for all the family with live music,
hog roast, vintage & classic cars & bar.
Times:..............5.00pm onwards
Venue:.............Market Place, Melton Mowbray
Admission......FREE
Tel:....................01664 480234.
Email: juliet@keep463.co.uk
Melton Country Fair
Sunday 28th June
A truly traditional Country Fair in the magnificent Town
Estates Park
in the centre of Melton offering a full day of countryside fun.
Speciality food & craft markets with interactive demonstrations,
heritage displays, steam & vintage vehicles, dog shows, music,
dance, re-enactments, livestock and plenty of activities for all.
New for 2015 – the first ‘Home-made’ Country Fair Produce
Show.
Times:..............10.00am to 5.00pm
Venue:..............Town Parks, Melton Mowbray
Admission:.....£5.00 Adult, £2.00 Child,
Group Rates Available.
Tel:....................07856 599424.
Email: jogallagher@googlemail.com
Website: www.meltonmowbraycountryfair.co.uk 2015
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July
Leicestershire County Show
2015
Events Calendar
Saturday 4th July
Local produce stalls and livestock show.
Times:..............9.00am to 5.00pm
Venue:.............Melton Cattle Market
Tel:....................07572 479715.
Email: info@las-show.co.uk
Website: www.las-show.co.uk
August
Melton By The Sea
Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd August
All the fun of the seaside in Melton Mowbray Town centre.
Sand pits, pony rides, art & crafts tent, face painting,
funfair rides, stalls, seaside trail and competitions galore!!!!.
Times:..............10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:..............Melton Town Centre
Tel:.....................01664 502335.
Email: towncentremanager@melton.gov.uk
Website: www.melton.gov.uk
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 £17.00 (£19.00 on the gate)
Child £7.00 (£9.00 on the gate)
Tel:.....................01327 876037.
Email: mail@mlepyrotechnics.co.uk
Website: www.belvoirfireworks.co.uk
Stapleford Miniature Railway
Open Weekend
Saturday 29th to Monday 31st August
Featuring the Stapleford Park 10 ¼” gauge miniature
railway. Showman’s engines, fairground organs,
stands, exhibits, bar & catering.
Times:..............10.00am onwards
Venue:..............Stapleford Park, Nr Melton Mowbray
Admission:......£3.00 Adults, Children under 12 Free.
(Camping weekend passes available).
Group Discounts may be available.
Tel:.....................01664 851614.
Email: fsmr_event@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.fsmr.org.uk
September
Melton Vintage & Classic Vehicle
Festival
Traditional Rare Breeds Show
(Livestock & Poultry)
Sunday 6th September
Friday 11th & Saturday 12th September
Times:..............10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:..............Play Close, Melton Mobray
Admission:......Vehicle Registration £5.00 / Spectators Free
Times:..............10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:..............Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel:.....................01664 482480.
Email: julia.hinde@hotmail.com
Website: www.meltonvehiclefestival.org.uk
Tel:.....................01664 562971.
Email: tw@meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Annual Beer Festival
Friday 18th & Saturday 19th September
Times:..............11.00am to Late
Venue:..............Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel:.....................01664 562971.
Email: tw@meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Equinox 24 Running Race
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th September
A 24 hour mixed terrain race against the clock in the stunning
grounds of Belvoir Castle. Open to all abilities either as a solo
or in a team. Physically challenging & mentally tough but an experience
not to be missed. Free weekend camping available.
Times:...............12.00 noon Saturday to 12.00noon Sunday
Venue:..............Belvoir Castle
Tel:.....................07809 673831.
Email: info@equniox24.co.uk
Website: www.equinox24.co.uk
October
Melton Food & Drink Festival
Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th October
The finest regional celebration of British food & drink showcasing
the best local produce. Hands-on activities, tastings and live demonstrations
in the Rangemaster Cookery Demonstration Theatre.
Family Food & Fun Zone and one to one discussions in the Celebrity Food Clinic.
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 rates & discounts available.
Venue:..............Exhibition Halls & Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel:.....................07944 204555.
Email: info@meltonmowbrayfoodfestival.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbrayfoodfestival.co.uk October
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Children’s Micklemass Street Fair
Wednesday 21st to Friday 23rd October
All the fun of the fair for the half term break.
Times:..............11.00am onwards
Venue:..............Melton Town Centre
Tel:.....................01664 564599.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.u
Family Scream & Xtreme Scream
October to 1st November
Voted the best Halloween daytime attraction for families,
Family Scream runs from 17th October to 1st November
daily. Xtreme Scream is an adult only evening attraction
which runs on Friday & Saturday nights throughout October.
See website for details.
Venue:..............Twinlakes Family Theme Park
Tel:.................... 01664 567777.
Email: info@twinlakespark.co.uk
Website: www.twinlakespark.co.uk
November
Melton Bonfire Party
Friday 30th October.
Times:...............6.00pm onwards
Venue:..............Egerton Park, Melton Town Centre Parks
Tel:.....................01664 564559.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Twinlakes Bonfire Spectacular
Saturday 8th November
Times:...............6.00pm onwards
Venue:..............Twinlakes Family Theme Park, Melton Mowbray
Tel:.....................01664 567777.
Email: sandy@twinlakespark.co.uk
Website: www.twinlakespark.co.uk
Twinlakes Magical Winter Wonderland
14th November to 24th December
The perfect day out for all the family. Take a ride on the Polar Express,
visit Santa in his Grotto, take a ride on the Running Bear Summit
Plummet or get lost in the winter mirror maze.
Times:..............Open daily from 10.00am
Venue:..............Twinlakes Family Theme Park, Melton Mowbray
Tel:.....................01664 567777.
Email: sandy@twinlakespark.co.uk
Website: www.twinlakespark.co.uk
Melton’s Victorian Christmas Weekend
Victorian Switch On Event & Market
Friday 4th December
Entertainment starts at 10am with local live performances from schools,
choirs, bands and local artists. Santa’s Grotto from 4.00pm to 7.00pm,
Christmas market, street entertainment, late night shopping and a
firework spectacular. Actual Switch on at 6.45pm
Times:...............10.00am to 8.00pm
Venue:..............Melton Mowbray Town Centre
Tel:.....................01664 502335 / 07717 86251.
Email: towncentremanager@melton.gov.uk
Website: www.melton.gov.uk
Victorian Street Fayre
Saturday 5th December
Christmas Fayre & live music throughout the
streets of Melton Mobray Town Centre
Times:................8.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:...............Melton Town Centre
Tel:......................01664 502335
Email: towncentremanager@melton.gov.uk
Website: www.melton.gov.uk
Victorian Christmas Fayre
Sunday 6th December
Thousands of people from across the country descend on
Melton every year to enjoy a slice of Dickensian Britain. Every
stall holder in Victorian dress whilst street urchins, stilt
walkers, Punch & Judy, brass bands and many more entertain
the crowds. Full festive market including gifts, crafts and fine
local produce. Groups welcome.
Times:...............10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:...............Melton Mowbray Town Centre,
Coaches to pre-book parking.
Tel:......................01664 822114.
Email: info@bisons.org.
Website: www.victorian-fayre.co.uk
Festival of Cribs
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December
A fantastic display of over 100 nativity cribs from around
the World.
Christmas Tree Festival
Friday 4th to Tuesday 8th December
Largest Christmas Tree Festival in the country with over
900 magical trees. Refreshments served in Church.
Groups welcome.
Times:............... Friday: 9.00am to 9.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am to 4.30pm
Sunday: 9.00am to 5.00pm
Monday: 9.00am to 9.00pm
Tuesday: 9.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:...............St Mary’s Parish Church, Melton Mowbray
Admission:..........£2.00 Adults, Children FREE
Tel:.....................01664 565798.
Email: ianneal@talktalk.net
Times:........Sat 10.00am to 4.00pm / Sun 10.30am to 4.00pm
Venue:........Sage Cross Street Methodist Church
Admission:.£2.00
Tel:...............01664 851633
Email: kyates.melton@fsmail.net
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The Christmas Fat Stock Show & Sale Melton Santa Run
Tuesday 8th December
Sunday 13th December
Times:...............10.00am onwards
Venue:...............Cattle Market, Scalford Road, Melton Mowbray
Tel:......................01664 464177
Email: tw@meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Times:...............Registration at 9.30am / Run at 10.00am
Blokes Shopping Day &
Christmas Classic Car Meet
Christmas Eve Market
Sunday 20th December
Times:...............8.00am to 2.00pm
Venue:...............Melton Mowbray Town Centre
Tel:......................01664 566953.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Venue:...............Melton Country Park
Tel:......................01664 482480.
Email: Julia.hinde@hotmail.com
Website: www.meltonsantafunrun.co.uk
Wednesday 24th December
Sunday shopping plus Christmas market for those last minute
Christmas gifts. FREE Gift Wrapping service and FREE pint
vouchers courtesy of the ‘Melton Elves’ !
Times:...............10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue:...............Melton Mowbray Town Centre
Tel:.....................01664 502335.
Email: towncentremanager@melton.gov.uk
Website: www.melton.gov.uk
January 2016
Annual Belvoir Hunt Meet
Friday 1st January
Times:...............10.30am – 11.30am
Venue:...............Melton Play Close
Tel:......................01664 564559.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Christmas Promotions
FREE PARKING
Free parking in all LONG STAY car parks in Melton Town Centre on
the four Fridays running up to Christmas. Visit www.melton.gov.uk for information.
MARKETS
FARMERS MARKET
FUR & FEATHER
Every Tuesday and Friday
8.00am - 12.00noon
Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel: 01664 562971.
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Every Tuesday
9.00am onwards
Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel: 01664 562971.
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
ANTIQUES FAIR
MELTON STREET MARKET
Every Tuesday
8.00am - 1.30pm
Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel: 01664 562971.
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Every Tuesday & Saturday
8.00am onwards
Melton Town Centre
Tel: 01664 564559.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
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CAR BOOT SALES
BRIC A BRAC MARKET
Every Sunday
8.30am onwards
Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel: 01664 562971.
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.co.uk
Every Wednesday
8.00am onwards
Melton Market Place
Tel: 01664 564559.
Email: enquiries@meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
Website: www.meltonmowbraytownestate.co.uk
LIVESTOCK / CATTLE
Every Tuesday
9.00am onwards
Melton Cattle Market, Scalford Road
Tel: 01664 562971.
Website: www.meltonmowbraymarket.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. Seating is available, but due to popularity visitors may wish to bring their own.
The Pavilion Cafe is open for light refreshments. 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 hosting gigs and festivals throughout the year.
Check out the website for up to date information on live gigs and beer 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
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)
Play Close: 2nd Friday evening of every month (Melton Mowbray Town Estate - 01664 564559) The town also hosts a Christmas
Special Sunday, in conjunction with the Blokes Shopping day on the last Sunday before Christmas.
MELTON HERITAGE TRAIL
Melton Mowbray is rich in history & heritage and has a number of trails around the town centre. Look out for the Blue Plaques,
especially on Burton Street, which indicate important historical buildings. Heritage leaflets can be picked up at the Carnegie
Museum, downloaded at www.melton.gov.uk/tourism or available as a free downloadable app.
MELTON TOWN GUIDE APP
A FREE App which 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. The App is available for Apple or Android devices
and can be downloaded direct from the App Store or Google Play or at www.melton.gov.uk
Group Information
There is a wealth of activities available for groups including Pork Pie and cheese tasting demonstrations, brewery tours, trails and
free access to the Carnegie Museum. Free coach parking is available at Wilton Road with a Meet & Greet service throughout the
Summer. Additional coach parking is available at the Indoor Bowls Club on Tuesdays. Please contact the Town Centre Managers for
information on 01664 502335 / 07717 866251 or Email: towncentremanager@melton.gov.uk
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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