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Melton Ska Fest shortlisted for national award.

November 3, 2025 10:05 pm Published by Comments Off on 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...


Melton Mowbray Town Estate honoured with Leisure and Tourism Award at Melton BID Business Awards

September 29, 2025 5:14 pm Published by Comments Off on 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...


Get Ready for a Spooktacular Night at the Hell-oween Fire Fest!

September 7, 2025 8:00 am Published by Comments Off on 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...


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Melton Ska Fest 2026 Date Announced

August 19, 2025 10:49 am Published by Comments Off on 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...


First Melton Ska Fest a huge success.

August 11, 2025 4:53 pm Published by Comments Off on 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...


Melton Pop Festival wraps up with family fun and stellar feedback

July 8, 2025 12:52 pm Published by Comments Off on 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”...


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Weather Warning: Melton Popfest

June 18, 2025 10:22 am Published by Comments Off on Weather Warning: Melton Popfest

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued yellow weather alerts for most of England, with Melton Mowbray expected to hit up to 31° on5. In these weather conditions, UKHSA has warned that people with pre-existing health conditions and those...


Vintage Market and 1940s Weekend Bring Buzz to Melton Mowbray

May 15, 2025 10:51 am Published by Comments Off on Vintage Market and 1940s Weekend Bring Buzz to Melton Mowbray

Melton Mowbray was transported back in time on the weekend of 10th and 11th May as the town celebrated the ever-popular 1940s Melton Mowbray Weekend, with this year’s event bigger and better than ever, thanks to the addition of the...


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The Pavilion in the Park: Refreshments Return to Play Close

May 9, 2025 4:05 pm Published by Comments Off on The Pavilion in the Park: Refreshments Return to Play Close

Refreshments are back in Play Close Park, thanks to our new partnership with Connells Leisure & Outdoor Catering. It’s been two years since the original Pavilion Café was closed for safety, and we know how much visitors have missed having...


May Day Bank Holiday and VE Day celebrations a success

May 8, 2025 12:39 pm Published by Comments Off on May Day Bank Holiday and VE Day celebrations a success

We were delighted to host a joyful May Day Festival on Saturday, 3rd May 2025, celebrating spring, community, and local tradition in the heart of the town. Held in the Market Place, the event welcomed visitors of all ages with...


Melton Mowbray Town Estate unveils the new look Melton Town Market.

May 7, 2025 9:30 am Published by Comments Off on Melton Mowbray Town Estate unveils the new look Melton Town Market.

After months of planning and development, we were proud to unveil the refreshed Melton Town Market on Saturday, 4th May. With a new name and a bold new look, this project marks an exciting new chapter for our historic market....


What an Egg-cellent Day – Thank You, Melton!

April 25, 2025 9:05 am Published by Comments Off on What an Egg-cellent Day – Thank You, Melton!

Wow – we’re still buzzing from the success of our very first Great Melton Easter Egg Hunt! The event completely sold out all 200 tickets well before Easter Weekend, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible support from...