Working hard to promote and enhance our town centre and support local businesses
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Sunday, 21st September 2025
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14th Annual Hinckley BID Motor Show - REGISTER NOW!
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Welcome to our May issue of BID Buzz! There is lots to be excited about as we head into summer in the town centre. Our Year of Fun 2025 guide launched last month, which provides all the details of the many events taking place. Be sure to take a look and save the dates of your favourites. The hugely popular Annual BID Motor Show returns on Sunday, 21st September and is now in its 14th year! This is a FREE show for exhibitors and spectators alike. Registration is NOW OPEN and we advise exhibitors to get booked in early to avoid disappointment! Please click on the image above for all the details.
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Welcome to New Businesses
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We are really pleased to welcome the following new businesses: - Extremely Vintage, 9 Church Walk
A haven for vintage clothing lovers! Shop the best of the 80s, 90s and 00s right here in Hinckley.
- Pianista Music Studio, 76 Castle Street (first floor)
Offering piano lessons that inspire a love for music. (Adults and Children - all levels of ability).
- Redgate Farm Animal Sanctuary Charity, 30 Castle Street
An animal sanctuary charity that rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes a variety of animals in need. Much needed funds are raised from the shop, so donations of stock would be hugely appreciated.
- The Union Inn, Stockwell Head Now under new management!
Drop in to enjoy a a drink and some live music on Friday and Saturday from 8.30pm.
For a complete directory of all of our town centre businesses, please click on the link below.
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Loyalty Card Prize Draw Winner
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Congratulations to Lorne Bedford of Earl Shilton who is the lucky winner this month, with card number 9493. Holders of our FREE loyalty card can access a range of offers which you can take a look at HERE. Application takes just a few minutes and a virtual card can be downloaded to your smartphone 'wallet' immediately. Please follow the link below to apply.
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Easter Bunny Hunt Winners
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Are you one of the lucky winners in our recent Easter Bunny Hunt prize draw? Over 450 families followed a fun town centre clue trail to find bunnies on shop windows to complete their entries. All correct entries were entered in a big prize draw. If you would like to see a list of winners and read the full story, please click on the link below.
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Soapbox Derby - Still time to take part!
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Soapbox Derby continues to be one of the most popular events on our Hinckley town centre calendar. Please save the date and come and join us for what promises to be a fantastic few hours of soapbox racing! This is an entirely FREE event for spectators, hosted by Hinckley BID with support from town centre businesses. This year, we are pleased to welcome Kwik Fit as a sponsor. Have you got what it takes!! A few team places are still available, so please follow the link below if you would like to register. Senior and Junior teams are welcome and there are some pretty impressive trophies for the winners!
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Dress Me Pretty Bridal Room is Celebrating
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Hinckley Bridal Boutique Crowned Best UK Retailer at National Business Awards
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Local business Dress Me Pretty Bridal Room has been officially named Best UK Retailer at the prestigious BizX Awards, the UK’s biggest business event, held this year with a star-studded line up and hosted by TV presenter Rachel Riley. Owner Amy Mann, a well-known entrepreneur in Hinckley who also runs the popular ladies’ boutique Pretty Stories, accepted the award surrounded by fellow finalists, industry leaders, and celebrities including Olympic legend Daley Thompson, entrepreneur Simon Squibb, and business powerhouse Gary Vee. “I still can’t quite believe it,” said Amy. “To be recognised on a national stage like this is overwhelming. My heart is in helping women feel confident, beautiful, and empowered—whether they’re walking down the aisle or just heading into their day.” Dress Me Pretty Bridal Room, based in Hansom Court, has earned a reputation for its warm, personal service and stunning collection of wedding dresses. Amy’s passion for empowering women through style is evident across both of her businesses, and this award is a testament to her dedication, drive, and community spirit. The BizX Awards celebrate excellence across all industries in the UK, shining a light on businesses that are making a real impact. This win really puts Dress Me Pretty on the national map, which is wonderful news! Our congratulations to Amy and all the DMP team on your success.
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NWSLC Open Event - Unlock new career opportunities
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If you are currently seeking to enhance your career opportunities, then this is an event you can't afford to miss. Whether you are looking for higher education, professional qualifications or simply hobby and craft classes, there are lots of options available locally with NWSLC. There are two informative sessions to choose from on Thursday, 19th June: - 1.00pm - 3.00pm
- 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Please register in advance for either session at Eventbrite HERE. Additional information is available on our website via the link below
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Congratulations to Johnsons!
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Local family business, Johnsons, has been established since 1947 and owner, Gayner, has celebrated a number of awards in her time at the helm. The popular womenswear boutique and lingerie specialist stocks excellent quality ranges at great prices, and customer service is second to none. It shouldn't come as a huge surprise then, that LUXLife Magazine Style and Apparel Awards has recognised this and named Johnsons, 'Best Lingerie Retailer in the Midlands' with a Customer Service Excellence Award! These awards are for businesses that are a shining example of excellence and are a way of honouring business owners who demonstrate this within their industry. Johnsons was contacted directly by LUXlife to enter the competition. After going through several stages, culminating with a visit from a LuxLife representative, Johnsons was delighted to be named a winner! LUXlife recognised Johnsons as a successful business with values they hold paramount - customer focused, providing excellent services. Well done to Johnsons! It is fantastic to celebrate with our local businesses on their fantastic achievements.
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Pestle & Mortar Micropub is a Winner
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Winner - CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year 2025
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They've done it again! Congratulations to Sue and the team at the Pestle & Mortar Micropub on Castle Street, recently named Overall Winner - Cider Pub of the Year by CAMRA. This is an award they have received every year since opening in 2015. Incredible! Pestle & Mortar was also named Pub of the Year by CAMRA in 2019 and 2020. It has taken a runner-up spot in that category in the last two years. Well done to the Pestle & Mortar! That is a pretty impressive performance.
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Welcome to our newest Associate Business Member
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Triumph Factory Visitor Experience
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We are delighted to welcome our newest associate business member! The Triumph Factory Visitor Experience is a must-visit destination for all motorcycle enthusiasts. Step behind-the-scenes on a guided Factory Tour, enjoy a coffee at the 1902 Café, or browse official Triumph clothing and merchandise in the shop there. Don’t miss the free exhibition, spanning two-floors, showcasing over 120 years of motorcycle history including iconic movie bikes like The Great Escape and the Bond Scrambler 1200 XE from ‘No Time to Die’. Looking for a unique setting to work or host a corporate event? The hot desk and conference hire options offer a professional back drop with an engineering twist. Regular bike and car events bring petrol heads together to share stories and show off their machines. Whether you're local or just passing through, it’s the perfect place to connect, refuel, and celebrate all things, two-wheeled and Triumph.
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What's On Guide
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A host of entertainment for the month ahead...
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Hinckley & District Museum, Garden and Tearoom
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Saturday 19th April to Monday 27th October at 30 Lower Bond Street.
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OPEN in 2025 from Easter Saturday, 19th April, to Monday 27th October, on Saturdays and Mondays (including Bank Holiday Mondays), Times: 10am to 4pm (last admission 3.30pm). Admission:
Adults £4 / Children 5+ £1 (Summer event days £2)
Free to Friends of the Museum on production of a 2025 membership card
Minimum charge for group visits by prior arrangement is £30.00 This iconic building is managed and staffed entirely by volunteers, and is operated by Hinckley and District Museum which is a registered charity (no. 1015922). The museum cottages are the most complete example of half-timbered buildings remaining in Hinckley and date from the seventeenth century, being originally built as a farmhouse. They are of box-frame construction with a tie-beam roof, with brick infill panels of the late 1700s which replaced the original wattle and daub. By the nineteenth century there were three cottages, and these were bought by Colonel Clive Atkins in 1919 and restored and altered to their present appearance between 1927-8. The Hinckley and District Museum has been housed in the cottages since 1996. Contact for all events and public open days: hinckleymuseum@hotmail.co.uk
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Year of Fun EVENTS GUIDE
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Wednesday 30th April to Monday 22nd December at Hinckley Town Centre.
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Our Year of Fun EVENTS GUIDE is a complete listing of all of the town centre events which are free to attend and provided by Hinckley BID and Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council for 2025. Physical copies are available to collect from The Atkins Building, Hinckley Library and at the Support Sofa in the Britannia Shopping Centre.
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VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebration
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Saturday 10th May, 2:30pm to 5:30pm at St Mary's Church, Church Walk.
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Come celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with lots of entertainment on offer. - Songs That Won The War sang by Sing Loud Be Proud Community Choir. - Story of The Last Evacuee in Hinckley - 1940's Memorabilia Exhibition - Jive Demonstrations with an option to try it yourself -1940's Afternoon Tea - Fancy Dress Optional - Prizes for the best dressed - Children's Activities Tickets Available from St Mary's Coffee Bar: Adults £5 / Children £2 / Under 3's Free
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The Tale of Two Kates - Catherine of Aragon and Katherine Parr
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Thursday 15th May, 7:30pm to 9:00pm at Hinckley Great Meeting Chapel, Baines Lane.
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A real treat for history lovers as Eddie Smallwood provides some perspective on these two remarkable women. Admission: Friends of Hinckley & District Museum £1 / Non-members £5 at the door. Contact for all events and public open days: hinckleymuseum@hotmail.co.uk
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Song Contest - Almost Eurovision Experience
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Tuesday 27th May to Saturday 31st May at Concordia Theatre, Stockwell Head.
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Song Contest Almost Eurovision is a loving, hilarious homage that intuitively celebrates everything we love or loath about the Eurovision Song Contest. It’s like being at the Eurovision Finals, with eleven countries competing and the audience deciding the winner. The main difference between our show and the real Eurovision? We squeeze in so much more – in less time and our version is deliberately funny! Eurovision has given us unforgettable and possibly cringe-worthy songs over the years and we aim to do exactly the same, only with extra cheese on top! Book early through the Concordia Theatre website. Tickets: £17
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