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Whitwick u3a General Meeting
When 21st August, 2.00pm
The August General Meeting of the Whitwick and District u3a will be on Friday 21st August 2026 – commencing 2.00pm at Whitwick Methodist Church, 10 Hall Lane, Coalville, LE67 5FD (Whitwick end of Hall Lane) The talk this month is “The Water Babies” by Michael Burton This beautiful fairy story has charmed generations of children and adults. The talk explains its effect on the Darwinian evolution debate, advancement of women’s rights and the environment. The u3a is aimed at people who are retired or semi-retired. It is about having fun and socialising by meeting new people with a common interest....
Summer Gift & Craft Fair
When 22nd August - 23rd August, Saturday 9am - 5.30pm & Sunday 10am - 4pm
Join us for our annual Summer Craft and Gift Fair We have sourced over 45 stalls selling a range of local goods, including food, drink, crafts and much more for you to enjoy this summer. We're offering FREE parking and FREE entry to our fair!
Why can’t we read them? Conserving the National Trust’s libraries
When 26th August, 7:00pm
Caroline Bendix is an accredited freelance library conservator with 40 years’ experience that includes work in many National Trust libraries. Caroline provides insight into the reasons for book conservation, how this is done, and finding the balance between reading and preservation for scholars of the future. 7pm for tea & coffee for a 7:30pm start at Breedon Parish Hall, Priory Close, Breedon-on-the-Hill DE73 8LF. New members are always welcome. Meetings held the 4th Wednesday of each month (except December) - and if you wish to come and see what we are all about, your first visit is FREE. Details via...
Packington Open Gardens Day
When 31st August, 1.00pm to 6.00pm
Be sure not to miss this splendid and ever popular event to which you will be welcomed by our church bells at the beginning of the afternoon. Ten gardens will be open, together with a History Group display in Holy Rood Church and a display by local Country Colours Art Group in the Memorial Hall. In one of the gardens our very talented village Community Choir will have a “slot” during the afternoon to entertain you. Cream teas, refreshments and ice-creams will be on sale and there will be stalls, and an “I-Spy” trail for children - all followed by...
Coalville Comedy Club
When 4th September, 8pm
Our first Coalville Comedy Club night is here and we’re starting properly with a top-tier line-up. Join us for a professionally curated night of live stand up, bringing TV quality comedians right to Coalville for a genuinely great night out. Headline Act: The Noise Next Door Fast, fearless and brilliantly funny, The Noise Next Door are one of the UK’s most exciting live comedy acts. Expect quick fire improvisation, huge laughs and a show that’s completely unique to the night. Opening: Rod Woodward A hugely experienced act who has performed across the UK for years, Rod brings confident, crowd pleasing...
The Way We Were - How We Gardened 60 Years Ago
When 8th September, 7.30pm - 9.30pm approx.
Doug has been gardening since he was a child. he trained as a horticulturist, working in the industry before spending 20 years in horticultural education. He is now an author, a senior examiner and professional associate with the RHS and a horticulture business consultant. He co-presents a garden phone in show on BBC radio Humberside and is a popular speaker. Doug is a self confessed plant nerd. Doug will be reminiscing on gardening methods of bygone years. All welcome, please come along!
"Michael"
When 11th September, 7pm for 7.30pm start
Friday September 11th Packington film club back after the summer break presents "MICHAEL" 2026 Musical/Music. Packimgton Memorial Hall. 7pm for 7.30 start. Tea or coffee served from 7pm. Adults £5. All welcome, no need to book, just turn up.
Whitwick and District u3a September 2026 General Meeting
When 18th September, 2.00
The September General Meeting of the Whitwick and District u3a will be on Friday 18th September 2026 – commencing 2.00pm at Whitwick Methodist Church, 10 Hall Lane, Coalville, LE67 5FD (Whitwick end of Hall Lane) This month’s talk is about “Leicester Musical Memory Box” by Christina Birby This not-for-profit organisation delivers and facilitates interactive singing and music based sessions for dementia and Alzheimer sufferers to stimulate and activate memory whilst promoting overall wellbeing of all attending. The u3a is aimed at people who are retired or semi-retired. It is about having fun and socialising by meeting new people with a...
Harvest Festival
When 20th September, 4.30 pm
Staunton Harold Church Harvest Festival. In support of Ashby foodbank. Non-perishable food and monetary donations welcome. Sunday 20th September 2026 4.30pm. There will be a talk by a representative of the Ashby Food Bank. Refreshments will be served after the service. Parking in the Lion Court car park courtesy of Caroline Large.
Autumn Gift Fair
When 3rd October - 11th October, Saturday 9am - 5pm & Sunday 10am - 4pm
Join us for our annual Autumn Gift Fair We have sourced over 70 different stalls - running over two weekend - selling a range of local goods, gifts and much more for you to enjoy this Autumn. We're offering FREE parking and FREE entry to our fair! Dates for your diary, don't miss out! Saturday 3rd October - 9am to 5pm Sunday 4th October - 10am to 4pm And Saturday 10th October - 9am to 5pm Sunday 11th October - 10am to 4pm
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The Buildings Archaeologist – Discovering the Secrets of Britain’s Ancient Buildings
When 10th October, 2:30 to 3:30
Visit any settlement in the land and there will be ancient buildings hidden in plain sight. Behind a Victorian façade is a Tudor house. Underneath a Georgian frontage is a mediaeval cottage. What is now a modern farm may once have been a castle. We know relatively little about the ancient buildings that surround us, yet buildings archaeology can offer us so many clues for discovering the secrets of hidden historic houses. This talk, based on the book of the same name, will look at the ways in which ancient buildings have been studied and conserved, the puzzling ways that...
Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Trail Experience
When 10th October - 30th October, See Online for full dates and times
2026 Pumpkin Patch Back again from the 10th of October we our Pumpkin patch & Spooky trail Experience. Bring the family down to pick your pumpkin from our patch and take advantage of the fun photo points, before taking a wonder through our spooky trail. Suitable for children of all ages with mini wheelbarrows and pumpkins of all sizes. This event is partially outdoors, so sensible footwear is advised along with gloves for handling the pumpkins.