Working hard to promote and enhance our town centre and support local businesses
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Register Now for our 13th Annual Motor Show
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Welcome to the latest edition of BID Buzz, providing an insight into everything that's happening in your town centre. We feel sure that many will be delighted to hear about the return of our Hinckley BID Motor Show on Sunday, 15th September 2024! There is still time to register, so please share details of the event with any classic car enthusiasts you know, far and wide. This is the most popular event on our annual calendar and a great day out for all the family. Alongside an array of spectacular vintage and modern classics, you can enjoy live music, entertainment for the children and a wonderful festival atmosphere. Many of the town's excellent cafes, bars and retailers will also be open for your enjoyment. Thanks to support from town centre businesses and sponsorship from TMS Volvo Hinckley it is FREE to exhibit a vehicle at the Motor Show and FREE ENTRY to all spectators. Spaces are limited so please REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE NOW to avoid disappointment!
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Town Centre Summer Events are in Full Swing
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Our Summer of Fun days have been incredibly popular throughout the school holidays. Hundreds of children and their parents and carers have enjoyed a variety of entertainment, including a visit from some cheeky dinosaurs and rides on our lovely little land train on Castle Street. Just two dates remain, so make sure to save the dates and come along and enjoy the fun. - Wednesday, 14th August - Sports Day theme 10.30am to 3.30pm in Market Place
- Wednesday, 21st August - Seaside Fun theme 10.30am to 3.30pm in Market Place
For our classic car enthusiasts, we have one final Classic Vehicle Evening Meet scheduled: - Thursday, 15th August - 5.00pm to 8.00pm in Market Place (poster attached)
Full details of all town centre events can be found on our website via the link below.
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Welcome to New Businesses
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We are delighted to welcome two new businesses to the town centre: - Hinckley Local Store, 63 Castle Street
Fresh fruit and veg is back on Castle Street, and lots more besides at this new local convenience store.
- Studio Rise Pilates, 43b Regent Street
Book your space to enjoy a new and personalised boutique fitness experience with ex-dancer, Helena.
A complete A-Z town centre business directory is linked below for your convenience. To search for a business by 'category', please visit our website and select the 'Shops & Services' tab where you will be able to choose from the following: If you have any questions relating to town centre businesses or events, please contact us on 01455 698494 or email info@hinckleybid.co.uk.
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Loyalty Card Prize Draw Winner
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This month, we send congratulations to Naomi Deathridge who has scooped our £50 gift voucher prize with loyalty card number 12522. Naomi, watch out for our email and make sure to get in touch to claim your prize. Holders of our FREE Loyalty Card enjoy a variety of special offers when they present it at town centre businesses that display a 'Loyalty Card Accepted Here' sign. Details of current offers can be found here. Please click on the link below to register if you would like us to send you a free card in the post. Application takes just two minutes! All card holders are entered in our Monthly Prize Draw to win a £50 gift voucher for a town centre BID business of their choice.
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Latest News on The Greyhound Pub
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Many of you will have noticed the lovely refreshed exterior at The Greyhound Pub on New Buildings, but there has been lots of other improvements at the venue recently too! Louise and Darren have created a fantastic outdoor seating area and look forward to welcoming their valued customers, old and new, to enjoy the new space. In addition to these big upgrades, they have also introduced a great new menu that is packed with delicious favourites. Read the full story here, or visit The Greyhound Pub's Facebook page via the link below. Make sure to drop by soon for a warm and friendly welcome!
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Winter 2025 holidays are now on sale at TUI
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Warm up your winter and Live Happy in over 40 destinations. Book getaways up to April 2026 in your local TUI store now. Buckets and spades at the ready – there are free kids’ places up for grabs too.* *T&Cs apply. Please drop by your local TUI store at 8 Market Place for full details .
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Thomas Flavell shines at 2024 Private Client Modern Law Awards
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The Private Client awards is a key event in the legal diary to showcase and celebrate the great work being done across the UK in the Wills, Trusts and Probate sector. At the recent awards ceremony in Liverpool, Thomas Flavell, a long-established Hinckley legal firm, was delighted to receive the award for Private Client Team – Wills & Probate (with 16+ Solicitors). The award recognises a firm who demonstrates genuine and outstanding client care and successfully utilises the skills of their team members, and who collaborate to achieve outstanding results. To read the full story, please click on the link below. Huge congratulations to all the team at Thomas Flavell Solicitors on this fantastic achievement!
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Millington Travel - Worldwide Holiday Show
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Millington Travel would like to invite you to their Worldwide Holiday and Touring Show. To reserve your FREE ticket, please call 024 7648 2482, or register online here, but be quick as places are strictly limited. Free Tea & Coffee on arrival. Drinks available for purchase at the bar.
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Hinckley & District Museum - Summer Events
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Hinckley Museum is hosting a range of events during the Summer months. A number of these are designed for children's and help to give them a flavour of life through the ages. No pre-booking is necessary and everyone is welcome. Admission: £2 per adult - £1 per child - Under 5's go free! For more information about the Hinckley & District Museum, to become a 'Friend', or to find out about volunteering opportunities, please visit the Museum website via the link below.
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Holiday Lounge receives Agent Achievement Award
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After their recent 20th Anniversary celebrations, Holiday Lounge has even more reason to celebrate. At a recent awards ceremony held in London to showcase the best travel agents in the UK, Holiday Lounge was announced as winner of the Best Agent award in the category of Central England - Small Agency. The Directors and Supervisor of the Hinckley Office were in attendance and were delighted to receive the award. Managing Director Paul Moss said, "It was incredible knowing that we were voted for by our peers in the Travel Industry, but coming within a month of celebrating our 20th anniversary made it extra special!." Well done to all the team at Holiday Lounge on their success! The travel industry is a very competitive environment and it is fantastic to see one of our Hinckley agents achieving recognition for the great work they do.
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Keep Safe Places in Hinckley
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We are pleased to share a recent update from HBBC on 'Keep Safe Places' in Hinckley town centre. These are friendly spaces where you can seek help if you feel upset, scared or just need a little reassurance. Please share this information with any groups or individuals who might need it.
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RCC Charity - Impact Magazine online
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The Rural Community Council is a Leicestershire and Rutland based charity that focusses on activity to represent and support rural communities. We are pleased to share the latest edition of their Impact Magazine which is free to read online
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What's On Guide
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There are a host of events taking place in the town centre, both now and in the coming months. Please make sure to follow Hinckley BID on Facebook or check our website for our regular updates.
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Stone Age Day at Hinckley & District Museum
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Monday 12th August, 10:00am to 3:30pm at Hinckley and District Museum, 30 Lower Bond Street.
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Perfect entertainment for children during the school holidays!
Come along and enjoy some fun activities on a Stone Age theme with John Webster.
The event runs continuously so please join in at any time during the event.
Admission £2 all ages five years and upwards.
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Hinckley BID's Summer of Fun - Sports Day
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Wednesday 14th August, 10:30am to 3:30pm at The Crescent.
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Come along and and enjoy some fun, sporty children's activities where everyone gets to have a go! This is a FREE event.
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Hinckley BID's Classic Vehicle Meet
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Thursday 15th August, 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Market Place.
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The final Hinckley BID Classic Vehicle meet of 2024 before our big Motor Show on Sunday, 15th September.
Anyone with a classic vehicle of any kind who would like to join us would be most welcome.
Entrance will be from Station Road. FREE event.
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Music in the mead
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Saturday 17th August, 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Argents Mead.
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Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council event. Enjoy a performance by popular local singer Sam Southall.
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Tudor Day at Hinckley & District Museum
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Monday 19th August, 10:00am to 3:30pm at Hinckley and District Museum, 30 Lower Bond Street.
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Great entertainment for children during the school holidays!
Dressing up, crafts and other fun activities on a Tudor theme with Jed Jaggard.
The event runs continuously so please join in at any time during the event.
Admission £2 all ages five years and upwards.
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Hinckley BID's Summer of Fun - Seaside Fun
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Wednesday 21st August, 10:30am to 3:30pm at Market Place.
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Children of all ages will have the opportunity to make a Seaside model to take home using eco-friendly materials. There will also be traditional Punch & Judy fun shows at 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm & 3:00pm. All FREE of charge!!
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Music in the Mead
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Saturday 31st August, 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Argents Mead.
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Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council event.
Enjoy a performance by The Sounds of Swing - Dean Thomas, a one-man tribute to all things swing.
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Heritage Open Day at Hinckley & District Museum
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Saturday 7th September, 10:00am to 4:00pm at Hinckley and District Museum, 30 Lower Bond Street.
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One of four OPEN DAYS taking place at the Museum (7th, 9th and 14th, 15th September 2024).
Come along to find out about our interesting local heritage.
Everyone welcome.
Admission FREE
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Heritage Open Day at Hinckley & District Museum
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Sunday 8th September, 10:00am to 4:00pm at Hinckley and District Museum, 30 Lower Bond Street.
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One of FOUR OPEN DAYS taking place at the Museum (7th, 8th and 14th, 15th September 2024).
Come along to find out about our interesting local heritage.
Everyone welcome.
Admission FREE
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