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Hop over to New Park for The Great Easter Egg Hunt!
Join us on Saturday, 4th April 2026, for a fun-filled family adventure! We are thrilled to welcome you to The Great Easter Egg Hunt at New Park. From 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, we’ve planned an unforgettable day for our local community, packed with surprises, treats, and plenty of Easter magic. What’s happening on the...
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Americana icon Bob Cheevers to break retirement for exclusive UK performance at Country On The Eye
The organisers of the Country On The Eye Festival, 12th to 13th June, have confirmed that Emmy-winning songwriter Bob Cheevers will return to the stage this summer for an exclusive, one-off European appearance. The performance marks Cheevers’ first time stepping out of retirement since he concluded his international touring career, coinciding with the 25th anniversary...
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Play at Country on the Eye: Acoustic Stage Sign-Ups Now Open!
Do you have what it takes to captivate a crowd with just a guitar and a microphone? We are delighted to announce that Country on the Eye is now accepting applications for artists and bands to join its inaugural line-up on the Acoustic Stage at Country on the Eye! Situated right in the heart of...
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The rhythm returns: Why we’re bringing Melton Ska Fest back for 2026
At Melton Mowbray Town Estate, we have always believed that our parks are more than just green spaces—they are the heart of our community. Last year, we took a leap of faith with the inaugural Melton Ska Fest, and the response blew us away. Seeing over 1,800 of you dancing together in Play Close Park...
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Country on the Eye: A New Music Festival Comes to Play Close Park
The Melton Mowbray Town Estate is proud to host the inaugural Country on the Eye festival in June 2026, bringing two days of country music to the historic setting of Play Close Park. Taking place on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June 2026, the festival celebrates original artists from the UK and the US, combining...
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Record Breaker! Melton Victorian Christmas Fair sells out to over 90 food and gift traders
The Melton Mowbray Town Estate is thrilled to announce a historic milestone for the Melton Victorian Christmas Fair: the market has officially sold out of all trader pitches! This achievement guarantees an incredible line-up for visitors and marks the biggest assembly of food and gift traders the town has seen since the pandemic. Set to...
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Melton Ska Fest shortlisted for national award.
Melton Ska Fest 2025 has been shortlisted for the National Outdoor Event Association (NOEA) Small Event of the Year Award! We want to take a moment to thank you, the bands, suppliers, and partners that made it possible. And most importantly, you, for all your support. Winners will be announced at the end of November…...
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Melton Mowbray Town Estate honoured with Leisure and Tourism Award at Melton BID Business Awards
The team at Melton Mowbray Town Estate is celebrating a significant achievement after winning the award for Leisure and Tourism. The team is incredibly proud to receive this honour, which recognises the Town Estate’s dynamic approach to making Melton Mowbray a premier destination for visitors. The award is a testament to a strategy that not...
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Get Ready for a Spooktacular Night at the Hell-oween Fire Fest!
Melton Mowbray Town Estate is thrilled to announce Hell-oween Fire Fest at Play Close Park on Friday, 31st October 2025. Prepare for an unforgettable evening that combines the thrills of Halloween with the magic of Bonfire Night, offering a fantastic night out for the whole community. Rock Out with Live Music Headlining our stage for...
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Melton Ska Fest 2026 Date Announced
The Melton Mowbray Town Estate is pleased to announce the date for the second annual Melton Ska Fest, which will take place on Saturday, 25th July 2026. Following a highly successful and well-received inaugural event in 2025, the festival will return to bring a full day of live music and entertainment to the town once...
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First Melton Ska Fest a huge success.
We’re Still Buzzing! A Huge Thank You for Making the First Melton Ska Fest Incredible! Wow. Just… wow. We’re still catching our breath and reflecting on what was an absolutely incredible Saturday at the first-ever Melton Ska Fest. From the moment the gates opened until the last note from our headliners, Gladness rang out across...
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Melton Pop Festival wraps up with family fun and stellar feedback
The inaugural Melton Pop Festival ended on a high note at Play Close Park, drawing families and music-lovers with top-tier tribute acts, vibrant entertainment, and glowing audience feedback. A dedicated festival-goer praised the event on Facebook, calling it “great fun” and applauding the music tributes as “excellent—well done to all involved.” The Melton Mowbray Town...
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