Council & civic — Loughborough
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Charnwood Love the Outdoors Photo Competition 2026
Charnwood Borough Council is calling for photo entries celebrating the borough's parks, nature reserves and wildlife. Winners receive shopping vouchers. De
Loughborough by the Sea returns August 17-23
Loughborough by the Sea expands to a full week (17-23 August) with free family attractions at Market Place, 10am-4pm daily.
Charnwood Council Awards £98,482 in Community Grants
Charnwood Borough Council has awarded nearly £100,000 to 17 community projects, including funding for a new play area in Woodhouse and support for Passion
Charnwood Council Leader Responds to Government Reorganisati
Government has decided Leicester will expand into parts of Charnwood from April 2028, with Loughborough positioned as the administrative centre for the out
Charnwood Council: Local Government Reorganisation 2028
Government confirms Charnwood will split between two new unitary councils from April 2028. Most areas join Leicestershire and Rutland council; Syston, Birs
Three Charnwood parks win Green Flag awards 2026
Rectory Wildlife Garden, Forest Road Greenbelt and Queen's Park have all achieved the prestigious Green Flag award for parks and green spaces.
Serco Leisure Takes Over Charnwood Leisure Centres
Serco Leisure and Leisure Solutions Community Trust have taken over operation of Charnwood's three leisure centres following Fusion Lifestyle's administrat
Loughborough In Bloom Welcomes East Midlands Judges
Loughborough in Bloom showcased its parks and community projects to East Midlands in Bloom judges on 3 July, hoping to secure its fifteenth gold award this
Summer Cinema Returns to Queen's Park Loughborough
Hundreds of people attended free outdoor film screenings at Queen's Park on 5 July, with Wall-E, The Lion King and Dirty Dancing plus live entertainment an
Charnwood Sports Awards 2026: Nominations Open
Charnwood Borough Council opens nominations for its 16th annual Sports Awards. Ten categories recognise athletes, coaches and volunteers. Deadline 27 Septe
Charnwood Council Housing Inspection: C2 Grade
Charnwood Borough Council has received a C2 grade from housing inspectors, the second highest rating. The council manages around 5,400 homes.