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Welcome to Loughborough this Christmas Loughborough is the place to be this Christmas with a fun-packed programme of festive events and activities for the whole family to enjoy. There s no need to travel far for your Christmas shopping as Loughborough has it all with its superb mix of independent shops and high street brands, complemented by an array of festive markets throughout November and December. Entertainment and dining are second to none whether you are planning your work s Christmas party or looking for an exclusive dining experience. With a wide selection of independent bars, cafés and restaurants, to the well-known eateries such as Pizza Express and Nando s, there is something for everyone. Don t forget to download the Love Loughborough Loyalty App or use your Loyalty Card to claim the fantastic discounts and offers available for your Christmas shopping and dining. You can download the App at LoveLoughborough.co.uk using the town centre FREE Wi-Fi. All this plus FREE Sunday parking in all council-owned car parks * from Sunday 26th November through to Christmas Eve, courtesy of Charnwood Borough Council and Love Loughborough. *Excludes Browns Lane
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The Excitement of Christmas Check out Loughborough s Festive Events at LoveLoughborough.co.uk but here s a taster to get you in the Christmas mood! ROBIN HOOD - THE PANTOMIME ADVENTURE 25th November - 7th January Loughborough Town Hall Following the record-breaking, 5-star smash hits Cinderella and Aladdin comes a brand-new pantomime adventure that targets your funny bone! This year, travel with us deep into the heart of magical Sherwood Forest, where the men wear the tights and the women wear the trousers. This show is jam-packed with daring duels, stunning sets, outrageous costumes and a very merry man in a dress that will set your heart aquiver. Come and join us for this fun-filled, fantastic family pantomime! I Sher-wood if I were you! Tickets are available online at www.loughboroughtownhall.co.uk or from the Box Office on 01509 231914. SANTA STEAM TRAINS 25th November - 24th December Great Central Railway Make your Christmas extra special by joining the Great Central Railway on their Santa Steam Train, a perfect start to your Christmas. Award-winning Santa Trains are pure magic as Santa swaps his sleigh for a fun-filled journey on an enchanting stream train. Yule love a trip on the Great Central Railway to meet Santa as he hands out presents for the children and festive refreshments for the adults. Advance booking is essential. Tickets are available online at www.gcrailway.co.uk or by calling 01509 632323.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON WITH CAPITAL 26th November, 1.00pm - 5.00pm Loughborough Market Place The festive season really kicks off when the Christmas lights are switched on in Loughborough Town Centre. The Live Stage Show will be hosted by Capital, featuring breakfast s Dino Pete and Tyles, as well as afternoon presenters Tom and Claire. There will be a whole host of entertainment from 1.00pm onwards brought to you on a giant screen from Market Place. This year s event will host a specialist Christmas Flavour of the World Market alongside the Christmas Charity Market. Don t forget to visit Santa s Grotto in Carillon Court from 10.30am and post your letter to Santa in the post box in Geoff s Toys. Live entertainment on the main stage from 1.00pm includes Loughborough s Endowed Schools BIG Band, St. Botolph s School Choir, Loughborough Students Union Sing, Bright Lights Theatre Company and a showcase of young local performers and stars from the Robin Hood Panto cast. Switch on at 5.00pm. Please visit LoveLoughborough.co.uk for further details on specific events and times. SOCK CHRISTMAS ART & CRAFT FAIR 26th November, 11.00am - 4.00pm Loughborough Town Hall A range of stalls offering handmade wares, from stunning visual art to hand-crafted jewellery, can be found at this first Christmas Sock Fair. LOUGHBOROUGH CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL 29th November - 3rd December All Saints with Holy Trinity Church Last year, over 3,000 visitors came through our doors and marvelled at the 100+ trees on display. PAN GOES TO OZ AND BACK AGAIN! 30th November - 2nd December 7.30pm (Saturday matinee 2.30pm) Good Shepherd Church The Good Shepherd Stage Group brings you their version of the classic The Wizard of Oz.
BRADGATE CHRISTMAS FAIR 2nd - 3rd December, 10.00am - 4.00pm Bradgate Park Popular Christmas craft fair with local artisans, craft sales and plenty of ideas for festive gifts. ROTARY S SANTA FUN RUN AND WALK 3rd December, 11.00am Loughborough Town Centre Run, walk or stroll! With over 1,500 Santas on this 5K fun event starting in the town centre to Epinal Way and back for a Market Place finish. Free Santa suit and medal for every entrant! Join us for the pre-race entertainment with live music, street entertainment and the Best Dressed Christmas Dog competition. Enter your pooch online and book your place at www.santa-fun-run.co.uk SLEEPING BEAUTY 5th December, 1.00pm and 7.00pm Loughborough College Sleeping Beauty is joined on her adventure by Flash, a super hero made to protect her, and, along the way, they find a magical teddy bear who needs a name, so think of a good one to shout out! UNIVERSITY CHOIR CHRISTMAS CONCERT 6th December, 7.30pm Loughborough University s Cope Auditorium A great start to the festive season with festive songs and refreshments. LOVE LOUGHBOROUGH WINTER FESTIVE FAYRE 10th December, 10.00am - 4.00pm Loughborough Market Place We are thrilled to announce that Santa has agreed to take a day out of his busy schedule to visit Loughborough bringing not only some cheeky elves but some of his REINDEER too! The Love Loughborough Forest Elves will be offering a FREE gift-wrapping service for all of your festive purchases and gifts. Just leave your gifts with the elves, enjoy a complementary drink or pet Santa s Reindeer whilst the elves professionally wrap all your gifts for FREE. Christmas Arts & Crafts Workshop, food stalls, live music and great festive entertainment.
CHRISTMAS CRACKER MARKET 13th - 17th December, 8.00am - 4.00pm Loughborough Town Centre Combination of festive-themed markets to include Farmers, Food & Drink, Craft, Retail and Vintage & Collectors Markets. Your chance to soak up the Christmas atmosphere whilst shopping for those festive gifts and foods. Seasonal entertainment, music, special offers and prizes over the full five days. A CLASH OF BRASS 16th December, 11.00am - 3.00pm Loughborough Market Place Join us on the hour, every hour, for an amazing Brass Band experience. CHARLES DICKENS PRESENTS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL 19th December, 7.30pm Loughborough Town Hall Come and see a seasonal treat in the spirit of Christmas past, present and future. MAYOR S COMMUNITY CAROL SERVICE 20th December, 7.00pm All Saints with Holy Trinity Church Annual Christmas Community Carols with the Mayor of Charnwood and Loughborough s Children s Choir. MUSIC CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE 20th December, 6.00pm Loughborough College Come along and start the festive season with a bang. CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION CONCERT - THE YORK WAITS 21st December, 11.30am lunch, 12.45pm concert Loughborough Emmanuel Church A 14th Century Christmas - not just music but costumes as well. Guaranteed to be an exhilarating musical experience.
CHRISTMAS RETAIL MARKETS 22nd - 23rd December, 8.00am - 4.00pm Loughborough Town Centre Visit the market to pick up those last-minute essential items, including fresh local produce and other tempting festive foods. CAROLS AT THE CARILLON 24th December, 1.00pm - 1.45pm Carillon Tower, Queen s Park Gather near the bandstand and sing along to the Carillon playing Christmas carols and festive favourites! CHRISTMAS AT CHARNWOOD MUSEUM AND LOUGHBOROUGH LIBRARY A wide range of Christmas activities for all ages will be hosted at these venues. Don t miss Winter Wonderland & Shiny Snowflakes at the Museum. Visit their websites for details: www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/charnwood_museum and www.leicestershire.gov.uk Post your letter to Santa! Santa has brought his own special post box to Loughborough to ensure all your children s letters reach him. Santa s post box will be located just in the foyer of Geoff s Toys on High Street from Monday 20th November to Friday 8th December. For more information visit: LoveLoughborough.co.uk
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