Discover Melton

Stapleford Miniature Railway Open Weekend
2026-08-29 08:00 - 2026-08-31 17:00 UTC
The Stapleford Miniature Railway will have its Open Weekend from August 29th to 31st, 2026. This event will take place at the Stapleford estate near Melton Mowbray, featuring a variety of attractions including classic cars, motorcycles, and vintage tractors, along with the famous miniature railway. Admission is free, and the event is a great opportunity to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area while supporting a local cause.
Adults £6
Children £4
under 5’s free
Train rides £4 each
Free car parking
Weekend camping available

RBC Brewery Tour & Tasting
2026-08-29 14:00 - 15:30 | Round Corner Taproom, Stockyard, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1JY, United Kingdom
Fancy poking around behind the scenes to learn the secrets behind RCB award-winning beers?
Want to hear the latest news and views about the brewing industry?
Want to know it all? Then book yourself a uniquely informative and engaging RCB brewery tour.
Book a 90-minute brewery tour and tasting experience at one of the most awarded breweries in the world.
What’s Included:

90-minute guided tour & Q&A
Tasting 4 x third-pints of RBC award-winning beers
1 free pint to enjoy in the Taproom after your tour
10% off all purchases on the day (beer & merchandise)

Go behind the scenes: See the whole brewing process in action, from raw materials through fermentation and into packaging. Learn what makes a beer distinctive and what it takes to brew award-winning beer.
Taste a curated selection: You’ll sample a selection of 4 of our beers, exploring different styles and flavours.
Meet the team: RCB team are on hand to answer questions, talk hops and share stories about how each beer came about.
Book a uniquely informative and engaging RCB brewery tour for yourself or as a gift for a beer lover you know!

Sunday Market @Stockyard Melton Mowbray
2026-08-30 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-06 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-13 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-20 08:00 - 12:00
This runs every Sunday (excluding Easter Sunday and Remembrance Sunday), with all the information and updates you’ll need provided on the Stockyard Melton Mowbray Facebook page.
Sunday’s market at the Stockyard is a hybrid of a general market and a car boot sale. Enjoy the friendly and relaxed atmosphere from 8am until 12pm, with a £1 entry fee.
The market attracts seasoned bargain hunters, lovers of all things vintage, or anyone looking for a pleasant way to spend their morning.
If you want to sell your own luxuries or unwanted goods, head over to the Stockyard Melton Mowbray for a £7 table at Gate 8 (LE13 0NP) before the market commences.

Stockyard Melton Mowbray Tuesday Market
2026-09-01 07:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-08 07:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-15 07:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-22 07:00 - 13:00
Our Tuesday market takes place from 7am to 1pm every week at the Stockyard site, with free entry for the public. This market extends the Melton Mowbray Town Centre market that trades on the same day, just a short walk away. Soak up our most bustling market day, chat with our friendly vendors and find unique items.
For vendors, it costs from £25 per table with an added £10 for any extra tables required. We always encourage new traders to join our friendly and supportive community.
While you are here, pay a visit to our Tavern Bar & Café, open from 7am until 3pm, which is known for its cosy atmosphere, friendly service and delicious locally-sourced food.

Melton Town Tuesday Market
2026-09-01 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-08 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-15 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-22 08:00 - 15:00
Visit Melton Mowbray’s Town Estates Tuesday Market, held in the Market Place, for fresh local produce, artisan crafts and unique shopping experiences. Explore the heart of Leicestershire’s market town tradition.
Rain or shine, our wonderful market traders are there every week, bringing the finest of the region’s produce and goods to Melton Mowbray. This is shopping at its best!
Booking a stall is simple: click on the link below and complete the enquiry form to download the Melton Mowbray Town Estates market trader application pack.
Once this has been completed and returned, one of the team at Melton Mowbray Town Estates will contact you.
https://meltonmowbraytownestate.com/street-markets/

Garden Discovery Walk
2026-09-03 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-10 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-17 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Belvoir Castle, Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, NG321PA, United Kingdom
Every Thursday, 11am – Meet at Belvoir Bistro. Hosted by Belvoir Gardener Tom Webster. Join Tom for a guided walk and talk through the stunning gardens and estate at Belvoir Castle. Whether you’re a keen gardener or simply love the outdoors, these relaxed sessions offer expert insight into the history, horticulture and hidden stories behind one of England’s most beautiful estates. Free to attend; please book your ticket in advance.
Free to attend; please book your ticket in advance

Stockyard Melton Mowbray Friday Farmers' Market
2026-09-04 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-11 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-18 08:00 - 12:00
Friday is our farmers’ market, run by Scarborough Fare every week from 8am until 12pm.
This market is a more condensed version of our Tuesday market with fresh, flavoursome ingredients direct from the source. Come along to support local farmers, reduce your food miles and discover the true taste of the season.
Whether you’re planning a special meal, stocking up for the week or simply seeking inspiration, Friday’s Farmers’ Market at the Stockyard is a feast for the senses and a celebration of local produce.
We also welcome a few antique and hardware stalls to diversify the market. We encourage any other vendors to contact us for more details about obtaining a table.

Bike Nights
2026-09-04 17:00 - 21:00 | King Street, Melton Mowbray, LE131XB, United Kingdom
Melton Mowbray Bike nights are held on the first Friday evening of the month, 5.00 pm till dusk, April till September.
It’s free to enter and view, and is held in King Street, LE13 1XB

Local spots open for bike nights
54a King Street
Ristorante Bellini
The Cutting Room
Benny’s Chicken
Biscotti’s
The Generous Briton

Cream Teas at St John's
2026-09-05 12:00 - 16:00 | St John’s Church, Thorpe End, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1RB, United Kingdom
Come and enjoy a delicious cream tea in the delightful walled garden next to the church.Bring the family! We always aim at having a raffle, some bric-a-brac for sale, home-made cakes to supplement the cream teas, and lots of friendly chat. Many people don’t know there is a church garden, so come and discover this beautiful and peaceful place in the heart of the bustling town. Now that we have a brand new hall, the event is also weather-proof! Refreshments will be served inside, to be eaten inside or in the garden as weather permits. Bric-a-brac for sale inside too.
Buy your ticket in advance and save time being served. Details: franceslevett@gmail.com / 07790 631635.
All proceeds to Friends of St John’s church to help pay for the new community hall.

The Pie Shop: Pie Taster Evening
2026-09-05 19:00 - 21:00 | The Pie Shop, 10 Church Street, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0PN, United Kingdom
Calling all pie lovers! Join us for a delicious evening of flavour.

Welcome drink on arrival
Sample a mouth-watering selection of Brockleby’s pies
Hear the stories behind the pies from Brockleby’s founder

Tickets £20 per person
Email events@thepieshop.co.uk to book your spot or find out more

Heritage Open Day
2026-09-12 12:00 - 16:00 | St John’s Church, Thorpe End, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1RB, United Kingdom
Come and discover this beautiful historic church as we open the doors for our first Heritage Open Day. This Victorian church was designed by the famous A.W.N. Pugin, who also designed the interior of the Houses of Parliament.
Free guided tours of the church are running at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. See if you can solve any of the church mysteries detailed in the guide book “History and Mystery”. We even have a murder mystery for you to follow which is fun for both adults and children.
Refreshments for sale.
All proceeds will go to Friends of St John’s church to help support the upkeep of the church and its role as a welcoming space for worship, heritage and community events.

Tours and Tastings at Cidentro’s orchard
2026-09-12 15:30 - 17:30 | Cidentro Orchard, Twyford, Leicestershire, LE142HZ, United Kingdom
Tours and Tastings at Cidentro’s orchard and cidery with the cider makers.
At Cidentro Cider House produce a range of award-winning craft ciders made from a variety of bittersweet and bittersharp English cider apples grown on their orchard of 540 trees. They are a family-run business with orchard tours, cider tastings, volunteer apple-picking days and other bespoke events held throughout the year.
Orchard tours and Cider tastings run through the Spring, Summer and Harvest seasons on the following dates:
Saturday 25th April 2026 – Spring tour and tasting
Saturday 30th May 2026 – Early Summer tour and tasting
Saturday 4th July 2026 – Mid Summer tour and tasting
Saturday 8th August 2026 – Late Summer tour and tasting
Saturday 12th September 2026 – Harvest tour and tasting
Bookings can be made on our website by going to the Shop menu where gift vouchers can be redeemed as well or alternatively please use the link to the ticket source website (gift vouchers cannot be used at ticket source) https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cidentro
If you’re interested in booking a bespoke or group tour & tasting or venue hire for a small or large number of people please either phone on 01664 841338 or email info@cidentro.co.uk and we’ll be able to discuss your requirements and provide you with you with price and availability.

Annual Melton Mowbray Beer & Cider Festival 2026
2026-09-18 11:00 - 2026-09-19 23:45
Melton’s two-day festival with over 50 craft Ales, Ciders and Spirits featuring regional specialists. Enjoy live music performances alongside plenty of Street food vendors. Round Corner Brewery remains open throughout the festival for additional tastings.
Held indoors at The Stockyard, ensuring a rainproof experience.
Stockyard Melton Mowbray can be easily accessed from a direct train link from Oakham station and Leicester station.
The festival will run from 11am to midnight on both Friday and Saturday.
Entry Fee £TBC
More information to follow

Super Saturdays
2026-09-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Market Place, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1XD, United Kingdom
The Melton Mowbray Town Estate and Melton BID are proud to announce the launch of ‘Super Saturdays’, a series of monthly themed markets running from April through October 2026, in an initiative designed to transform the town centre into a premier regional destination by blending quality retail with family entertainment.
Each Super Saturday will feature new market traders, live music, and family-oriented activities. In a boost for local commerce, the Town Estate is also offering market pitches to businesses located outside the town centre to showcase their goods. Adding to the atmosphere, classic and vintage cars will be in attendance at every market throughout the season.
The season kicks off on Saturday, 4th April, with an Easter Market, featuring a wealth of entertainment including a children’s disco, Punch and Judy shows, and the “Great Easter Egg Hunt” in New Park.

4th April – Easter Market: Featuring the Easter Bunny, a disco, and the Great Easter Egg Hunt and more.
2nd May – May Day Festival: The return of our beloved annual tradition.
9th/10th May – 1940s Weekend: A vintage market to complement the festivities in Play Close Park.
13th June – Country On The Eye: Live country bands, DJs, and line dancing from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
25th July – Melton Ska Fest: Reggae and Ska vibes with DJs from Bootboy Radio.
22nd August: Family Summer Event (TBC).
19th September: Farming Day.
31st October: Halloween & Kids Fancy Dress.

Each Super Saturday will always have stalls, family entertainment, music and classic cars.

Classic car meets @ Hollands Nurseries
2026-09-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Holland Nurseries, Tilton Road, Twyford, Melton Mowbray, LE142HZ, United Kingdom
The Classic car meet at The Welcome Cafe, Holland Nurseries Melton Mowbray. Every third Sunday of the month until October.
Cafe and vintage shop open from 9am
Nursery open from 10am
Enquiries call Jeanette 07982715229

Vintage & Craft Market at Belvoir
2026-09-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Belvoir Retail Village, NG311PA, United Kingdom
A monthly celebration of craftsmanship, character and timeless finds. Browse curated stalls featuring local artists, makers, antiques and collectables. Free entry.
Set within the charming surroundings of the Belvoir Retail Village, the Vintage & Craft Market is a monthly celebration of craftsmanship, character and timeless finds.
Taking place on the third Sunday of every month from April to July, the market brings together a carefully curated mix of local artists, makers and craftspeople, alongside antique and collectable sellers, offering everything from handmade homewares and gifts to vintage treasures and unique statement pieces.
Visitors can enjoy a relaxed day out browsing stalls set around the Retail Village, while also making the most of everything Belvoir Retail Village has to offer. From the welcoming bistro serving food and drink, to the independent retail outlets and the much-loved Belvoir Farm Shop.
Whether you’re searching for something special, supporting local creatives, or simply enjoying a leisurely Sunday in beautiful surroundings, the Vintage & Craft Market is the perfect place to explore, discover and be inspired.
