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Stockyard Melton Mowbray Tuesday Market
2026-07-28 07:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-21 07:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-14 07:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-07 07:00 - 13:00 UTC
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.

Reggae Pon De Park
2026-07-26 12:00 - 20:00 | Play Close Park, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE130PW, United Kingdom
Get ready to feel the rhythm as we bring the ultimate island vibes to Melton. From deep roots reggae to the upbeat energy of our Ska Fest weekend, our DJs will keep the sunshine spirit alive all day long. Grab a drink from the bar, find your spot in the park, and let the bassline take over.

Burrough Jazz Presents: Jo Harrop & Jamie McCredie
2026-07-25 18:30 - 21:30 | St Mary’s Church, Burrough on the Hill, Burrough on the Hill, LE142JQ, United Kingdom
At the heart of this partnership is a shared commitment to understatement, space and emotional truth. Voice and guitar are given room to breathe, allowing the songs to unfold with clarity and intimacy. This gig will be all about sharing a moment, a connection and a passion for their craft and the music they love.
Jo Harrop is an award-winning singer, songwriter and recording artist. Her work effortlessly blurs the lines between jazz, blues and soul, with subtle influences of Americana, folk and Latin music. She first came to wider attention when Iggy Pop played her music on BBC Radio 6 Music, calling her “a very fine jazz singer,” following the release of Weathering The Storm.
Doors 6:30 pm – 7:30 Start
Tickets via ShowsHappening.co.uk

Firework Champions
2026-07-25 16:00 - 23:00 | Belvoir Castle Parklands, Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, NG32 1PA, United Kingdom
One of the UK’s most spectacular summer evenings returns to the magnificent Belvoir Castle on Saturday 25 July, as Firework Champions® brings its unique combination of competition, entertainment and breathtaking pyrotechnics to one of Britain’s most iconic stately homes.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the historic castle and its rolling parkland, the event promises an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
Three Teams. One Champion.
Unlike a traditional fireworks display, Firework Champions is an exciting competition featuring three of the UK’s leading professional firework companies.
Each team will present a spectacular, fully choreographed display set to music as they compete for the coveted Firework Champions title.
The audience plays a vital role in deciding the winner by voting for their favourite display. The evening then concludes with an even larger, show-stopping finale that lights up the skies above Belvoir Castle.
Entertainment Throughout the Evening
The entertainment begins long before darkness falls. Guests can enjoy:
Children’s entertainment
A wide selection of food and drink
Dedicated picnic areas
A relaxed festival atmosphere
Three spectacular competition displays
A breathtaking grand finale
With entertainment for the whole family, it is the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening at Belvoir Castle.
Make a Night of It
For visitors wishing to extend their experience, camping and Park & Stay options are also available, allowing guests to make the most of this spectacular venue.
An Unforgettable Summer Experience
Celebrating more than two decades of showcasing Britain’s finest pyrotechnic talent, Firework Champions has become one of the country’s premier fireworks events, combining world-class displays with spectacular heritage locations.
Whether you are a long-time fan or attending for the first time, Belvoir Castle provides the perfect stage for an evening of colour, music and unforgettable entertainment beneath the summer night sky.

RBC Brewery Tour & Tasting
2026-07-25 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!

Melton SKA Fest 2026
2026-07-25 12:00 - 23:00 | Play Close Park, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE130PW, United Kingdom
Calling all lovers of SKA, 2Tone, Reggae and Rocksteady – Melton SKA Fest 2026
After an absolutely incredible first year, Melton Ska Fest will be back to do it all again on Saturday, 25th July 2026!
Melton SKA Fest will again feature a stellar line up of SKA, 2Tone and Reggae bands live on stage all day at Play Close Park, Melton Mowbray.
The 2026 Line-Up
Headlining this year’s festival is The Beat featuring Ranking Junior, continuing the legacy of the late Ranking Roger with the unmistakable energy and sound that defined a generation.
They’re joined by:

Xodus – widely recognised as the UK’s leading Bob Marley tribute

Johnny 2 Bad – delivering the classic UB40 sound, endorsed by Ali Campbell

Steve Wallbanks (One Man Two Tone) – Melton’s own ska ambassador returns home from Benidorm for a special performance

Bringing the authentic sound system atmosphere, the Boot Boy Radio Crew return to the park — this time joined by Trojan Sound International. Expect original vinyl 45s, heavyweight rhythms and a proper Jamaican sound system experience throughout the day.
Secure your place now and join us at Play Close Park on 25th July 2026 for another day of skanking under open skies.

Midlands Makers Market
2026-07-25 11:00 - 16:00 | Venue: Stockyard Melton Mowbray, LE13 0NP, United Kingdom
Midlands Makers will be taking over The Stockyard for a mega creative market!!

They’ll be bringing along 100 of the best independent businesses from around the country to one spot for the day. Think house plants, vintage clothing, art, screen printed clothing, jewellery and contemporary ceramics.

Not only that, there will be food, art workshops, live painting, artists doing portraits and DJ. Did we mention that the entire event is FREE!?

Come and support local and national creatives and the fantastic @midlandsmakers as they embark on their biggest market yet.

What to expect:

100+ indie creatives
Wheelchair access to market stalls
Dog friendly
Child friendly
Local food vendors
Hot and cold drinks
Beers at Round Corner Brewing and The Tavern
FREE event
Good music from live DJ

Poster illustrated by the incredible @emmylupinstudio

Farm Adventure + Slip & Slide
2026-07-25 10:00 - 2026-09-06 16:00 | March House Farm, Top End, Great Dalby, LE142HA, United Kingdom
Spend the entire day on the farm!
Slip & Slide only £14.50 | Farm adventure + Slip & Slide £18 | Farm Adventure £7.50
March House farm gates will open at 10am – drinks and snacks will be served from the Cow Barn – relax and let the children play in the indoor sandpit before your real adventure begins!
Wander through the Maize Maze (don’t get lost!), jump and slide on the HUGE bouncy castle before a spot of lunch at one of the picnic tables.
The children can enjoy the farm, play outdoors, slurp on an ice cream before taking the UK’s longest slip & slide (165 metres). See how many slides you can manage in your one-hour slot!

Please arrive 30 minutes before your booked session. Only check in at reception once your entire group has arrived.

Sessions start promptly on the hour. Late arrivals cannot be refunded or given extra time, so please allow plenty of time for your journey.

The final slide will be called 10 minutes before the end of your session to allow the next session to begin on time.

Super Saturdays
2026-07-25 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.

Melton Ska Fest - Pre Event Party
2026-07-24 19:30 - 22:30 | Play Close Park, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE130PW, United Kingdom
Melton Ska Fest – Pre Event Party – free to attend
Ska & Reggae DJs with Trojan Sound International
Vintage Vinyl, Foundation Riddims and Timeless Classics
Date: 24 July, 2026
Time: 7.30pm to 10.30pm

Stockyard Melton Mowbray Friday Farmers' Market
2026-07-24 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-17 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-10 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.

Garden Discovery Walk
2026-07-23 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-09 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

Melton Town Tuesday Market
2026-07-21 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-14 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-07 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/

A Guided Walk of Burrough Hillfort in its landscape
2026-07-19 12:00 - 15:30 | Burrough Hill Country Park, Somerby Road, Burrough on the Hill, Leicestershire, LE14 2QZ, United Kingdom
Rambling around the Ramparts: A Guided Walk of Burrough Hillfort in its landscape
A 5 mile walk, starting and ending from the Burrough Hill Country Park carpark, spiralling around the hillfort giving views from all sides and ending with a circuit of the ramparts of the hillfort. The archaeologists that led the excavations at the hillfort a few years ago will accompany the walk to talk about the hillfort in its landscape and the finds that were discovered during the excavations.

Vintage & Craft Market at Belvoir
2026-07-19 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.

Cinema Nights
2026-07-17 19:30 - 22:30 | Play Close Park, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE130PW, United Kingdom
Part of the free summer season in the park.
Experience the magic of the big screen in the great outdoors. Our Cinema Nights transform the performance area into an open-air theater. Arrive early to grab food and drinks from the kitchen before settling in for a cinematic evening under the moonlight, perfect for date nights or a night out with friends.

Belvoir Summer Safari
2026-07-13 - 2026-09-01
This summer, Belvoir Castle invites families to follow the Belvoir Summer Safari — an adventure playground trail that turns a day out into a proper treasure hunt. Explorers set off from Explorer HQ, following clues through the playground and meeting characters like Dave, Pippa, Snowy, Stu, Percy, Gary, Lottie and Chester along the way, before the trail leads them to the Animal Park to meet the real thing.
The beauty of it is the freedom to roam — families can move between the Animal Park, Retail Village, gardens and adventure playground all day long, at their own pace. The Animal Park is included with every Castle and Gardens ticket, and upon completion of the trail, children can collect their free ice cream from Belvoir Farm Shop as their prize. Simple, physical, and the kind of day out that sticks in the memory long after the summer holidays end.
Belvoir Summer Safari is running now at Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire.
Tickets are £10 per adult, £6 per child and under 3’s go free!
https://www.belvoircastle.com/belvoir-summer-safari/tickets
For the best rates, book online via Belvoir Castle’s website to benefit from their Family Saver Offer

Ultimate Kylie Night - The Grange
2026-07-11 19:00 - 23:30 | The Grange, Asfordby Hill, Melton Mowbray, LE14 3QU, United Kingdom
A night all about Kylie, for £25 a ticket Carol Pax as Ultimate Kylie for one night only, includes nibbles and The Grange homemade sour dough pizzas.
The perfect girls night!
Doors open 7pm
Close at 11.30pm

Just The Tonic Comedy Show
2026-07-11 18:30 - 21:30 | Venue: Stockyard Melton Mowbray, LE13 0NP, United Kingdom
Finally, for July, Just The Tonic will be bringing the iconic Paul Sinha AKA ‘The Sinnerman’ from The Chase for a comedy show.
The Scotsman consider Paul Sinha as a comedian ‘well on his way to earning himself a place in the pantheon of comedy greats,’ so you can ensure a spectacular and hilarious show.
He will be alongside Sally-Anne Hayward, Jacob Hussey and Rob Rouse to ensure another great Just The Tonic night here at The Stockyard.
Just the Tonic have been a powerhouse in the comedy scene since 1994, as Johnny Vegas calls it ‘the best comedy club in the country.’ So, why not gather your friends and come and have a laugh with us.
Doors open: 6:30pm
Last Entry: 19:15pm
Starts 19.30pm

Belvoir Castle Flower and Garden Show
2026-07-11 09:30 - 2026-07-12 17:00
Famous faces from the UK’s favourite gardening programmes including – BBC Gardeners’ World presenter Adam Frost and ITV’s Love Your Garden’s David Domoney – will be taking to the stage at Belvoir Castle Flower and Garden Show, taking place 11-12 July 2026.
Adam Frost and David Domoney will be returning to the show for the second year to share design insights, gardening tips and share stories from their careers, as well as signing bookings for fans. These sessions are part of a jam-packed programme of events, taking place across the two-day show.
Now in its ninth year, Belvoir Castle’s Flower and Garden show has become one of the region’s most anticipated shows, attracting thousands of visitors who share a passion for gardening, design, and the natural world. Celebrating the beauty and creativity of horticulture, this year’s show promises a vibrant showcase of displays, garden design inspiration, hands-on workshops, and sustainable gardening innovations.
Throughout the two-day event there will be a programme of unmissable events including live demonstrations, Q&A sessions with talented horticulturalists Chelsea Flower Show Medallist Paula Routledge and experienced garden designer and journalist Karen Gimson. In addition to the programme of events, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy stalls selling plants, horticultural accessories and local artisan crafts. Food stalls selling delicious locally sourced food and beverages will be available throughout the show.
Early bird tickets for the Flower and Garden Show are now available from the Belvoir Castle website with prices starting from £13 for adults and £4 for children.

Carpe Diem Concert
2026-07-10 19:30 - 21:00 | St John’s Church, Thorpe End, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1RB, United Kingdom
Known across the region for blending rich harmonies, guitars, harmonica and bass to deliver an eclectic mix of classics and originals from laid-back tunes to upbeat favourites. They have something that defies definition and must just be experienced. “Carpe Diem” means “Seize the Day” so come along, do just that!
Tickets are £10 on the door or in advance from franceslevett@gmail.com / 07790 631635.
Refreshments available. Full disabled access. All proceeds to Friends of St John’s church to help pay for the new community hall.
